- The list below includes 1139 free or cheap things to do in or near El Monte, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Badminton, Bike Paths and Billiards/Pool Halls.
- From Gibson Mariposa Park to San Gabriel River Bike Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Monte and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001
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A historic but deserted mountain resort is the end goal of Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail. The trail itself steadily climbs up the east slope of Los Flores Canyon until reaching the resort ruins that features many historic plaques and wide sweeping views of the area.
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E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001
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At 5 miles round trip, Echo Mountain Via The Ridgeline Trail offers visitors a historic trail with ruins of a resort and railroads to explore. The trail is lined with native vegetation including the California poppy.
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Originally opened in 1893, the Mt Lowe Railway Trail is a hiking trail that offers access to Echo Mountain as well as the Alpine Tavern. The trail inclines up Rubio Canyon to an Echo mountain house.
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Regal Cinemas has comfortable seating in a clean environment, as well as plenty of food and drinks to choose from to enjoy during a movie. The friendly staff is also helpful and welcoming.
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Las Lomas Park features 2.2 acres of open space. Visitors can use the playground, picnic areas, walking course, barbecues, and more while taking in the fresh air and beautiful scneery.
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8630 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, CA 90280
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Featuring RealD 3D technology, Edwards South Gate Stadium 20 shows the latest films in auditoriums with stadium seating. The theater has ticket kiosks with touch screens for visitors wanting to skip the line at the ticket stand.
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Situated in a lightly wooded area, Snow Creek Park offers many shaded walking paths which permit on-leash dog walking. The park also has a small children's playground and a multi-use open space field for sports recreation.
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The Eagle Rock neighborhood in Los Angeles is named for a large rock outcropping resembling an eagle's head. The area features many historic homes, and is a popular film location.
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Cobb Estate, Lake Ave & E Loma Alta Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
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Offering a challenging hike for both beginners and advanced hikers, trails lead to Inspiration Point where there are great mountain views. Along with hikers, the trail is also suitable for mountain bikers.