- The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Dana Point, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Paddleboarding and Hiking Trails.
- From Salt Creek Beach to Dana Point Harbor, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dana Point and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach and San Clemente.
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7.4 Miles
72%
106 votes
Off Interstate 5 at Basilone Road, Oceanside, CA 92055
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Spanning over 3,000 acres, the San Onofre State Beach is a popular destination for sunbathing, kite flying, shell collecting, camping, hiking and nature photography. Fire pits and campsites are available for reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.
7.5 Miles
Located at the north end of Laguna Beach, Heisler Park offers beautiful views of the Pacific as well as occasional sightings of marine life. Having been recently remodeled, the park has artistic touches in places, is dog-friendly and has some great restaurants.
7.5 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.
7.6 Miles
The completely fenced-in Grand Park has several playground structures for children in addition to paved walking paths for joggers or even dog walkers. The outdoor recreational area also features a small amphitheater where concerts are held during the summer.
7.6 Miles
Within Springdale Park, guests can enjoy a large grassy area that is available for open play such as casual frisbee or football games. The recreational park also has a children's playground structure, basketball court, and several picnic tables.
7.6 Miles
With 12 acres to explore, Canyon View Park is also the start of the Wood Canyon Trail. Facilities at the park include a playground, biking paths, swings, a zip line, and shaded areas to relax in.
7.6 Miles
The Aliso Viejo Little League is home at the Woodfield Park baseball diamonds. Along with these fields, the park offers permanent restrooms, paved walking paths, and an on-site parking area.
7.7 Miles
92%
13 votes
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.
7.7 Miles
63%
90 votes
26701 Aliso Creek Road, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
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A movie theater featuring an IMAX auditorium, Edwards Aliso Viejo Stadium 20 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a concession area.
7.7 Miles
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.