- The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlsbad, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Beaches, Dog Park and Parks.
- From Carlsbad State Beach to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlsbad and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Escondido.
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30.2 Miles
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40440 California Oaks Road, Murrieta, CA 92562
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Visitors can enjoy a bowling center with 40 lanes and widescreen scoring monitors at Brunswick Cal Oaks Bowl. The bowling alley also has a pro shop, 2 billiard tables, a snack bar, video games, and a lounge.
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Designed for use by kids of all ages, Sea Canyon Park features lots of playground equipment. This includes a sand box, swings, ladder, slides and a climbing rock that is suitable for older kids.
30.4 Miles
Located within the bounds of Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain is a popular hiking destination. It features a three mile out and back hiking trail of moderate difficulty level.
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31441 Avenida De La Vis, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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The Dana Smith Show Team is an equestrian company that offers horseback riding lessons to people of all ages and abilities. The company also has riding lessons and show training programs.
30.4 Miles
Surrounded by beach front properties, Capistrano Beach is a public beach with volleyball courts, basketball courts, and a walking path. During low tide, there are opportunities for wading, body boarding, and skim boarding.
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Sea Terrace Dog Park is an off-leash dog park with separate fenced sections for dogs of different sizes. Dogs have ample room to run and play while their owners socialize.
30.5 Miles
A multipurpose community park, Town Center Community Park features sports fields including soccer and baseball, a system of hiking and running trails, and an outdoor stage that hosts a variety of concerts.
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32401 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Offering a unique movie-watching experience, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is an executive theater with a full bar. Guests will be able to enjoy fully-reclining leather seats as well as waiter service, deluxe food menus and all of the latest new releases.
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Bridges Equestrian features 3 covered arenas, 10 other arenas and miles of trails. They offer private riding lessons and group lessons for both beginners and advanced riders and tailor lesson programs for each student's equestrian experience.
30.7 Miles
Equestricise is an equestrian facility that has the goal of increasing poise, balance, self-awareness, dedication, and motivation in clients. The company offers hour long horseback riding lessons as well as horse training services.