- 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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39.7 Miles
44%
59 votes
14881 Temescal Canyon Road, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532
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Jungle Island Paintball is a large paintball and airsoft facility featuring eleven paintball fields and three airsoft fields. Each field has a separate unique theme with themes ranging from World War 2 to Somalia.
39.9 Miles
69%
13 votes
25821 Atlantic Ocean Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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The Lake Forest Ice Palace is an ice-rink that hosts adult and youth hockey leagues, figure skating, public skates, and broom ball. Open Stick time is available for hockey practice. Open skating times are on Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.
39.9 Miles
Willow Creek Springs is a beautiful nursery and botanical garden in Perris. The garden specializes in producing organic beauty and skincare products and specialty gifts, as well as offering organic gardening classes.
40.2 Miles
Crystal Cove State Beach features three beach areas with access to coves and a 3.25 mile trail. Visitors can run, walk, jog and bike, and other activities include swimming, diving, fishing and enjoying the many tide pools.
40.2 Miles
Visitors can hike through the San Miguel Mountain Trailhead to receive panoramic views of the San Diego desert landscape. The trail is 4.7 miles round trip and is suited for beginner to advanced hikers.
40.2 Miles
Chula Vista's Mount San Miguel Park features baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, an off leash dog park, ample green space, and playgrounds with an array of climbing structures and play equipment. The park also features picnic areas.
40.3 Miles
Pretend City is a children's museum, for children between 1 and 8 years of age. It is a place where children learn by playing, through educational programs and through role playing under the guidance of professional staff.
40.3 Miles
50%
128 votes
8800 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618
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Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is currently Orange County's largest amphitheatre with its 16,085 capacity. It has hosted concerts from celebrities like Michael Jackson and The Offspring.
40.3 Miles
Not only does Pretend City Children's Museum contain an Imagination Playground, the site also offers interactive amphitheater, art studio, and bank and ATM exhibits. The location, which sells souvenirs in its gift shop, also hosts birthday parties.
40.4 Miles
100%
3 votes
26380 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Nestled in the hills, Baker Ranch Community Park provides the community with an expansive playground with climbing walls, slides, and bridges. The park also has a basketball court, bike path, and picnic area for families to enjoy.