Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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35.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Other Entertainment 3893 54th Street, Lions Hall, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra normally plays big band music as a 19-piece ensemble which includes vocalists. The orchestra performs at three venues regularly and can be booked for private events.
35.3 Miles
100% 8 votes
Mountains Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 MoreLess Info
The Cleveland National Forest is a wildlife preserve that is home to over 3 million animals. The park features a target shooting area and is home to the Cedar Creek Falls permit area.
35.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Lat 33.61228 Lon -117.42643, Lake Elsinore, CA MoreLess Info
Suitable for both walking and hiking, Bear Canyon Loop Trail goes through the national forest. It covers over six miles of terrain and provides views of the river and local mountains.
35.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 29715 Avenida de Las Banderas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Arroyo Vista Park is a community park that features a heated Junior Olympic sized swimming pool. The park also has a playground, sand volley court, tennis courts, covered picnic and barbecue areas, and variety of athletic fields.
35.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 23082 Avenida Empressa, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Tijeras Creek Park is a city park featuring three multipurpose athletic fields (used primarily for baseball.) The park also offers a playground, open fields, a tot lot, and public restrooms.
35.6 Miles
46% 13 votes
Lake W Lakeshore Dr & Davis Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532 MoreLess Info
At Lake Elsinore, visitors can explore a 3,000 acre lake by jet ski, boat, and kayak. The lake has several public beaches with picnic areas, as well as several trails that circle it.
35.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Baseball Fields 23031 Arroya Vista, Ste A, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
The OC Xtreme Training Academy is a baseball training facility that strives to increase its students' performance in the sport of baseball. Summer camps, sports clinics, and private training lessons are among the services provided.
35.8 Miles
81% 37 votes
Paddleboarding 1099 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
Stand Up Paddle Company gives lessons to beginner and intermediate paddleboarders. Lessons are on the beautiful and popular Laguna Beach.
35.8 Miles
39% 23 votes
Skating Rinks 9 Journey, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
The Aliso Viejo Ice Palace is a sports facility that supports activities such as ice hockey, figure skating, and broomball. The facility is available for birthday parties and has a full service snack bar.
35.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Soccer Field Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
One of the biggest city parks in the area is the Aliso Viejo Community Park, which features multiple baseball diamonds, a fenced-in toddler play area, and a shaded playground structure. Other facilities of the park include a dedicated parking lot, picnic tables, and public restrooms.
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