For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

Visit Julian to marvel at Daffodils on display and have any questions about daffodils answered by National Daffodil Society experts.

This events draws many entrants and has a strong youth entrance as well.

It will also feature Children's Art - Water Colors of Daffodils.

Springtime is a lovely time to visit the beautiful town in the mountains of San Diego.

With 265 acres to roam, we’re spreading our wings this summer when it comes to more outdoor offerings. Topping the list: Falconry officially takes flight under the instruction of experienced falconers. Get up close and interact with some of nature's top predators. Experience flying a trained bird of prey to your glove. Learn the history of falconry. Bond with the owls. Play field games with a hawk. A wonderland of exploration awaits.

Saturday morning’s 9:00am - 10:00am on the Aragon Lawn

$95 per person

Space is limited. Requires 24 hours advance reservation. Call 844.227.1886 to book! The minimum age for children is 6 years old. 

Private falconry group encounters are available based on request and require 72 hours advance notice. Please contact the Front Desk to inquire about private parties.

Explore one of the country’s best urban cultural parks on a private tour with a local guide. Balboa Park has a bit of everything, including grand architecture, diverse museums, cultural institutions and captivating gardens. You will visit spots that even locals don’t know about. Keep the camera handy for what might be the prettiest tour in town!

Tour Highlights

Discover the inspiring, quirky, and fascinating history of one of the nation’s largest urban cultural parks on a private tour
Uncover historical and architectural treasures hiding in plain sight
Explore a botanical garden’s vibrant collection of more than 2,100 plants
Learn about the early 20th-century expositions that shaped Balboa Park
Find the best spots to photograph Balboa Park’s beautiful Spanish colonial revival architecture