Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store

Reviews

• JC

  Jerry Cuellar

  Apr 4, 2026
  5.0
  Great prices and selection
• EJ

  E J

  Mar 9, 2026
  4.0
  GO WITH A PASS ONLY (OR ON SENIOR TUESDAYS OR IF YOU'RE MILITARY) Men's, women's and kid's clothing, shoes and accessories are available at this Columbia Employee store, which is also available to the public WITH A PASS. We get the pass through my employer or at the Prana Carlsbad Outlet store. (Just ask when you make a purchase). If you're a senior you can go on Tuesdays or the military has access year round with proof of affiliation. BRANDS AVAILABLE Brands that are on offer are: Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and SOREL. Items offered are anything from women's workout wear to fleece jackets, puffer jackets, jeans, hiking/travel pants, shirts, vests, T-shirts, beanie hats, socks, blankets, yoga mats and more. LOCATION The store is located in a business park setting with free parking. They're open 10am-7pm every day of the week. CHECK-IN FIRST You first check-in with the front desk where they will check your pass and then you're free to wander the store which is a large warehouse type setting. Fitting rooms are available to try things on. Restrooms are located at the front near check-in. REDUCED PRICES, BUT NOT DIRT CHEAP We've typically been going a few times a year over the last 5 years or so. It's hit and miss -- sometimes we spend a few hundred and other times walk out with nothing. Size selections vary. Stock does change, but I also see the same staples there all the time. The merchandise is discounted, but is still pricey due to the fact the brands on offer are pricey brands to begin with. (i.e. these are not TJMaxx kind of prices!) WHO SHOULD GO? If you're into the outdoors, camping, hiking, traveling, working out and you can get your hands on a pass (or go Senior Tuesdays or are in the military) check this store out! Note: The store is always freezing cold, so go prepared!
• SW

  Steve W.

  Feb 25, 2026
  2.0
  Columbia makes great, quality gear, and there is a decent selection of said gear here, but the prices at this store are absurd. Yes, the appeal and hook here is that most of the items have deep discounts to be taken off at checkout, but the "original" or "tag prices" are just stupidly and obviously padded to make up for that supposed discount. Came here a couple years ago and was the same thing, tried to give it another chance, wont be a third visit.
• MM

  MJR

  Feb 19, 2026
  5.0
  Great store with friendly, helpful staff!
• MG

  Manny G

  Jan 19, 2026
  5.0
  Great experience at the Columbia employee store. The selection was excellent with plenty of options for outdoor and everyday wear. The staff were friendly helpful and knowledgeable which made shopping easy and enjoyable. The store was clean well organized and had great deals on quality gear. I found exactly what I needed and left very satisfied. Highly recommend this store to anyone looking for great products and great service.

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