- 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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307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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Whether it is for the 121 artists' works of art exhibited or for the special events it can host, Laguna Art Museum can prove to be a worthy destination for the Californian art enthusiasts.
36.8 Miles
SUP Fitness Laguna offers stand up paddleboat lessons for from one person to five. Most lessons are 60 minutes long, and include 50 minutes of time in the waters of Divers Cove and Fishermans Cove.
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A neighborhood park that spans roughly half an acre, Aegean Hills Park features some open green space as well as a playground with play structures designed for younger children. There are also benches for parents to sit on.
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31504 Avenida de Las Flores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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A sports complex, Trabuco Mesa Park features three tennis courts, four softball fields and a full basketball court. The park also has a children's playground and a picnic area with barbecue grills.
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Spring Valley Gymnasium is a 15,860 sq ft facility capable of hosting large tournaments, leagues, rentals or open play for basketball, volleyball, and indoor soccer. They offer league play for both adults and children.
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Coastline of Heisler Park, Laguna Beach, CA
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The Glenn E. Vedder Ecological Reserve - Underwater Park and Tidepool serves as a home for sea urchins and starfish. Visitors who are interested in ocean views and picnics may enjoy what this site has to offer.
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24001 Via Fabricante, Ste 1003, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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At Ocean's Tropical Fish, visitors can purchase fish care equipment, from tanks to fish food. The shop has a variety of saltwater and freshwater fish on display in its aquariums.
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Paddle Board Bliss was founded by several women who are expert paddle boarders. They offer lessons and rentals of paddleboards, as well as paddleboard yoga sessions.
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Located within the Rice Canyon Open Preserve, the Rice Canyon Trail is a 4 mile trail of mixed dirt surfaces. The mostly-level trail cuts through scattered ground cover and serves as an excellent fitness trail or beginning hiking excursion.
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10463 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91978
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Showcasing the history of Japanese Americans in the region, Japanese American Historical Society provides historical information with regular exhibits to the public. The society hosts community events such as swing nights, lectures, and craft classes.