Mayor Matt Hall Hill

A Place To Taste Nature

Visit the Mayor Matt Hall Hill

Mayor Matt Hall Hill (MMHH) offers stunning views of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and the surrounding landscape. With bright-colored umbrellas to provide a cool shady spot and six comfortable picnic tables to enjoy a snack or activity outdoors, the Carlsbad community is thankful to have this safe place in nature for all.

Games and Education

Matt loves to spend his time playing games with his granddaughters like Rummikub, dominos, and checkers. In keeping with his passion, MMHH features games for visitors to enjoy such as life-size Connect 4, Jenga, Cup Pong, and more! This hillside exhibit also includes an interactive water table.


*Please note MMHH will be closed during field trip hours.

The Peace Poll Project

A Peace Pole is an internationally recognized symbol of the hopes and dreams of the entire human family, standing vigil in silent prayer for peace on earth. Each Peace Pole bears the message May Peace Prevail on Earth in different languages on each of its four or six sides. There are an estimated 250,000 Peace Poles in every country in the world dedicated as monuments to peace.

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The Rotary Club of Carlsbad installed its first Peace Poll overlooking Mayor Matt Hall Hill at the Discovery Campus on October 19, 2023 highlighting both the Rotary's 84th anniversary and the peace that AHLF brings to the Carlsbad Community. 

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Learn more about the Peace Poll Project and the location of other polls across the world here: https://www.peacepoleproject.org/plantpeacepolemap/

The Namesake

Matt's Lagoon

Born and raised in Vista, Matt Hall spent his youth swimming, snorkeling, and fishing in the
waters of Agua Hedionda Lagoon. As a kid, he fished for seabass and octopus with homemade spears and later learned to water ski, experiencing the thrill of skiing through red tide at night. His deep connection to the lagoon fueled a lifelong passion for preserving its beauty.

A Legacy of Stewardship

In 1985, Matt was appointed by the City Council to help manage growth in Carlsbad, ensuring nearly 40% of the city's open space was protected, including parts of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. His leadership played a key role in moving the Aviara Sales Center to become the Discovery Center and in securing the lagoon as a cherished natural resource. Matt’s decades of service, including his tenure as Mayor, left a lasting impact on Carlsbad’s landscape and community.

Mayor Matt Hall Hill

Now retired, Matt enjoys the tranquil views of the lagoon with his wife, Phyllis, from their condo. To honor his legacy, the Carlsbad community has created Mayor Matt Hall Hill (MMHH), a beautiful space overlooking the lagoon. Equipped with shaded picnic tables and games like life- size Connect 4 and Jenga, MMHH offers a place for families to gather, play, and enjoy nature—reflecting Matt’s vision for a community connected to its environment.

Invest in Your Community: The Legacy Campaign

Invest in Your Community: The Legacy Campaign

The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation is excited to continue our summer camp program through 2025, specifically designed for middle school-aged children from underserved areas in North County. This initiative has already educated 55 students. We would like to continue the effort to educate 12 students each week, providing them with unique learning opportunities and experiences.

What’s in Store?

  1. Educational Experiences: Our summer camp immerses students in an interactive STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Each day highlights a different STEAM element, fostering both creativity and critical thinking.
  2. Partnership with Habitat for Humanity: Students actively participate in building playhouses, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to a meaningful cause. This partnership also supports Habitat for Humanity’s mission to provide playhouses for families in need.
  3. Scholarships and Accessibility: Through the Brick walkway continued Campaign, scholarships will cover all costs, including transportation to the Discovery Campus. This ensures that financial constraints do not hinder these students from tasting nature with hands-on curriculum.

Build a Legacy: Make a Difference in Your Community

Everyone can play a part in creating this impactful legacy through our brick walkway to Mayor Matt Hall Hill. Your support will be a cornerstone in:

  • Enhancing Educational Opportunities: Provide underserved students with access to a transformative STEAM education that fosters creativity and critical thinking.
  • Supporting Community Projects: Contribute to vital initiatives, including building playhouses for families in need and constructing a beautiful trail for future generations.


Join us in shaping a brighter future. Invest in your community today and leave a legacy for our youth and families.

Investment Options

We’ve designed the program to accommodate various budgets:

  • One-Time Payments: Contribute the full amount upfront.
  • Monthly or Quarterly Payments: Spread your contribution over 1 or 2 years to fit your financial planning.
  • Buddy Bricks: Share your brick with another donor 


Contact: Lisa.Rodman@AguaHedionda.org or call/text at (760) 271-1356 to reserve your brick today!

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