Free & Cheap Things to Do in Dana Point, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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Wing Chun, a Chinese martial art practiced by Bruce Lee, teaches self-defense, discipline, and respect
6.7 Miles
50% 70 votes
Movie Theaters 27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA MoreLess Info
The Edwards Kaleidoscope Theatre offers all of the latest film releases. In addition, the facility also offers a full-service concession stand, plush seating in all of the theaters and multiple high-definition movie screens.
6.7 Miles
74% 38 votes
Children's Play Area 27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 MoreLess Info
Jump 'n Jammin is an interactive playground featuring several multilevel play structures. These structures contain tubes, web crawls, slides, and climbing structures. Several games are also available, such as an obstacle course and interactive targets.
6.7 Miles
43% 14 votes
Dog Park 301 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
The San Clemente Dog Park is also known by its full name Baron Von Willard Memorial Dog Park which allows dogs to freely run off their leashes. The park is segmented into two areas with one for small dogs while the larger area is for big dogs.
6.7 Miles
60% 5 votes
Skate Parks 247 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
The Richard Steed Memorial Park is a recreational park that features a baseball field, a children’s play area, and three batting cages. The park also ha s a skateboarding park and picnic tables.
6.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
Hiking Trails Calle Ameno & Avenue San Pablo, San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
Rancho San Clemente Ridgeline Trail is a 3.5 mile path for pedestrians, bicycles and leashed dogs that offers nearly 600 ft of elevation if fully hiked. The trail surface is primarily asphalt with some natural soil segments.
6.8 Miles
57% 7 votes
Skate Parks 241 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92673 MoreLess Info
The San Clemente Skate Park is a public concrete skate park situated high on a grassy hill. The skate park is an expansive 12,000 sq. ft. and offers surfaces and bowls for varying challenge levels.
6.9 Miles
90% 21 votes
Beaches 275 Avenida Califia, San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
Calafia State Beach is a stretch of beach that offers hiking and biking trails along with picnic areas. The beach area is also good for swimming, surfing, fishing, and scuba diving.
7.0 Miles
94% 33 votes
Food Tours Forest Ave & Mermaid, Laguna Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Explore Laguna beach by taking part in a food tasting and historical walking tour with Flavors of Laguna. They offer you the opportunity to try out various local dishes and learn about the history along the way.
7.0 Miles
100% 62 votes
Parks 3299 Alta Laguna Blvd, Laguna Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Offering scenic views of Great Park and Laguna Beach, Alta Laguna PArk is a public park location commonly visited by those who love being in nature. Playground climbing structures, white sand, and nearby hiking trails are among the park's amenities.
7.0 Miles
86% 272 votes
Beaches I-5 (Basilone Road), San Clemente, CA MoreLess Info
At the San Clemente State Beach, you can access the location's interpretive exhibits and special programs, visitor center, and family programs. Not only can visitors camp overnight at this site, but it also offers scuba diving and swimming opportunities.
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