Free & Cheap Things to Do in Encinitas, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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44.9 Miles
92% 106 votes
Hiking Trails Alta Laguna Blvd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
With views of the ocean and Catalina island, Top of the World Park has a 3 mile trail that can be complete by hikers of all skill levels. The Car Wreck Trail has an old car wreck by it.
44.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Magic Shows Menifee, CA 92586 MoreLess Info
Featuring the magical stylings of Mr. Porkpie, Remnet Magical Entertainment offers a combination of magic, comedy, and theatrical performance for kids' parties and other special events. Mr. Porkpie is a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
45.0 Miles
87% 338 votes
Beaches Laguna Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Main Beach is the largest beach in Laguna. While fishing is prohibited, there are plenty of entertainment opportunities, such as volleyball or jogging. Swimming is also permitted, but only in certain areas and months of the year.
45.0 Miles
97% 154 votes
Walking Tours Pacific Coast Hwy and Ocean Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
Enjoy a two-hour guided tour of Laguna Beach courtesy of Laguna Beach Walks, a small firm founded and run by lifetime area residents. All tours are led by guides with decades of experience.
45.0 Miles
86% 14 votes
Recreation Centers 27341 Trabuco Circle, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
The Mission Viejo Family YMCA is a fitness and recreation center offering a number of amenities and facilities for its guests to enjoy. Basketball courts, exercise equipment, pools, and a soccer arena are among the many amenities available.
45.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Featuring a prehistoric themed playground, Fossil Reef Park is littered with dinosaur fossil climbing structures for kids to play on. The playground has a three story slide that extends from a climbing structure.
45.0 Miles
86% 76 votes
National & State Parks Laguna Beach, CA 92652 MoreLess Info
Crystal Cove State Park: El Moro Canyon is a natural attraction inside the Crystal Cove State Park that includes a bridge, campfire sites, and restrooms. The park can be used for camping, picnicking, and mountain biking.
45.1 Miles
94% 643 votes
Beaches Laguna Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Named after the adjacent town, Laguna Beach is one of California's most popular beaches for swimming, fishing and surfing. The town also attracts many visitors with its unique restaurants, exclusive shops and temperate climate.
45.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Mission Viejo, CA 92691 MoreLess Info
The Cox Sports Park is large park featuring several lighted baseball, softball, and soccer fields. The park also offers a playground and picnic area, as well as a snack bar.
45.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 25081 Velasquez Rd Laguna Hills, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Once a historic fossil site, Costeau Park is a community park with open fields and sports courts for recreational activities. The park also has a playground, walking paths, and scattered picnic tables with grills for barbecuing.
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