California Watersports

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California Watersports operates on the north shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon in Carlsbad at Harrison Street, renting motorized and human-powered watercraft on the protected tidal waters near Carlsbad Lagoon. The fleet includes WaveRunners, open-bow power boats, pontoon boats, CraigCat two-person mini pontoons, and electric Funcat pontoons alongside single and tandem kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, aqua cycles, and pedal boats — a watercraft diversity that extends the water-safety skills families develop through programs at Noonan Family Swim School. Motorized craft rentals require operators to be 21 or older, while paddleboard and kayak rentals accommodate all ages on the lagoon's calm, sheltered water. The facility maintains private beach spaces, a deck, and a beach hut available for corporate events and birthday parties, each outfitted with picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, and BBQ grills. Vacationing families from nearby Tamarack Beach Resort & Hotel on Carlsbad Boulevard make up a significant share of the weekend rental traffic. The lagoon's three-section layout separates motorized traffic into the northern zone, while non-motorized craft follow the eastern perimeter channel to reach the open southern basin and connecting tidal channels.