- The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near Imperial Beach, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Skate Parks, Bike Paths and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Bayshore Bikeway to Imperial Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Imperial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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The surf is up at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside! This museum is dedicated to the important role surfing plays in the state's history and culture. Free for kids 11 and under, $5 for adults, or $3 for students, seniors or military (ID required).
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corner Coast Highway & Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA
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Open only on Thursdays, the Oceanside Farmer's Market is a tremendous resource for fresh, local produce. Enjoy beautiful, expansive ocean views and a wide variety of vendors that changes weekly.
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Desert View Park is a small attraction that overlooks the Anza Borrego Desert State Park, one of the largest state parks in California. There is a stone monument announcing its location amongst a grouping of crosses.
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Celebrating both art and culture, Oceanside Art Museum features the works of regional artists in the modern and contemporary genre. Special events such as concerts and fundraisers are also held at this venue.
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Vista Sports Park features a variety of well-maintained, state of the art sports fields, including football fields, soccer fields, and little league baseball fields. The park also has a walking track that circles it.
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An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
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This 6-mile trail is not ideal for children or dogs due to the terrain, but Cedar Creek Falls will provide you with a challenging hike and the opportunity to visit the waterfall, dependent on the time of year.
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There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
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Santa Ysabel Mission was founded in 1818. It has on its site the old church with a modernized interior and a small museum covering the area's history and how it was shaped by the mission.
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Slides, gold panning and trains with a 1 mile-long track make the Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine popular among the children.