Carlsbad in San Diego County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

El Camino Real Bell

Photographed by Adam Margolis, March 11, 2022

1. El Camino Real Bell Marker

Inscription. El Camino Real began in San Diego and followed a coastal route later named Highway 101. In the early 1900s, bells were placed on this route to guide travelers to nearby Spanish Missions. This is an exact replica of the original bell and is considered a significant historical symbol.

Erected by Carlsbad Historic Preservation Commission.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Hispanic Americans • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list.

Location. 33° 9.647′ N, 117° 20.988′ W. Marker is in Carlsbad, California, in San Diego County. It is at the intersection of State Street and Grand Avenue, on the left when traveling north on State Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2897 State Street, Carlsbad CA 92008, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in California’s Peninsular Ranges.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Carlsbad Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Carlsbad Santa Fe Depot (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Capt. John A. Frazier (about 800 feet away); Twin Inns (approx. 0.2 miles away); Carlsbad by the Sea Retirement Community

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(approx. 0.2 miles away); St. Michael's By-the-Sea Episcopal Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Carlsbad's First Firehouse (approx. 0.2 miles away); North County Vietnam Veterans Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Carlsbad.

El Camino Real Bell and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Adam Margolis, March 11, 2022

2. El Camino Real Bell and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 16, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 12, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 652 times since then and 78 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 12, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.