- The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
- From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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There are always fun, family-friendly things to do at The Pier at Oceanside. Fishing and boating are popular throughout the year, and team sports facilities are available. Picnics are also popular.
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A 16-screen movie theater, Regal Oceanside Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room, mobile ticketing and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
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A lively beach located near restaurants and shops, Oceanside Beach features soft, clean white sand and clear water. The beach also has a pier, public restrooms and showers, and a lifeguard tower.
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Celebrating both art and culture, Oceanside Art Museum features the works of regional artists in the modern and contemporary genre. Special events such as concerts and fundraisers are also held at this venue.
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2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058
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San Diego Humane Society & SPCA Dog Park offers two sections for dogs to play in, depending on the activity level of the dog. The park is covered with turf instead of grass and has a hill for the dogs.
39.8 Miles
Guajome Count Park has a lot to offer. Besides its scenic beauty and a network of easy hiking trails, the park also has a beautiful lake, well-maintained campsites equipped with restroom and shower facilities and a sandy beach nearby.
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Popular among local nature enthusiasts, K Q Ranch is a camping resort filled with numerous amenities and facilities for campers to enjoy. These amenities include a heated swimming pool, clubhouse, amphitheater, fully-stocked fishing lake, and full hook-up RV services.
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An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.