- The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
- From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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37.9 Miles
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Dana Point Harbor, 34551 Puerto Place, Dana Point, CA 92629
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Located along the Dana Point Harbor, the Baby Beach of Dana Point is a waveless beach designated for swimming. Visitors also commonly enjoy using paddle boards, kayaks, or having picnics at the beach.
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Bluff Top Trail
Santa Clara Ave, Violet Lantern to Amber Lantern St, Dana Point, CA 92629
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A three mile trail, Bluff Top Trail Runs between Walk On Beach and Gualala Point Regional Park. Along this trail lies the remnants of the Dana Point Inn and sea cliffs and views for birding and whale-watching.
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Ivy Gate Farm
28411 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Ivy Gate Farm is a premium hunter/jumper boarding and training facility. They offer individually-tailored programs for clients and their horses whether their preference is riding for pleasure or competing in the show ring.
38.2 Miles
A surfing instructional camp, TheCaliCamp offers weeklong intensive surfing instruction sessions led by experienced and knowledgeable guides. The camp offers lodging for students, and provides and sells a variety of equipment and apparel.
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36700 Ruth Ellen Way, Murrieta, CA 92563
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The Los Alamos Hills Sports Park provides large areas and fields for visitors to view and play sports in. Facilities at the site include football fields, soccer fields, baseball fields, and a playground.
38.3 Miles
Cook's Park is a quiet community park that offers lush green grass and sports fields. The park features full court basketball, a volleyball net, baseball diamond and multiple soccer fields.
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28432 Calle Arroyo, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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An equestrian facility, Mission Trails Stables of San Juan Capistrano offers horse boarding services of various kinds. The stables also offers training, riding lessons for learners of all levels, and guided trail rides.
38.3 Miles
A small, clean white sand beach, Dana Strand Beach offers impressive views, often of the dolphins who live in the nearby waters. The beach is a popular surfing spot, and is patrolled by lifeguards.
38.3 Miles
With Susie Q Ranch, visitors can learn how to horseback ride on gentle horses with experienced trainers. Visitors are welcome to explore the farm and feed the horses after the lesson.
38.6 Miles
26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates the early culture of Orange County, California and the Native American inhabitants. The mission offers guided tours and hands-on activities that include basket weaving, koi feedings, adobe brick making and gold panning.