- The list below includes 237 free or cheap things to do in or near La Mesa, California, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arts & Crafts Classes, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
- From Mt Helix Park to Lake Murray, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in La Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Chula Vista, Poway and San Diego.
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14.6 Miles
Twin Peaks Trail offers a short, easy hike to the residents of Poway. The trail is set in a desert landscape and features tall trees, mountain views and a bridge.
14.6 Miles
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Bayshore Bikeway
1201 1st St, Coronado Ferry Landing, Imperial Beach, CA 92118
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Traveling along the San Diego Bay, Bayshore Bikeway offers a safe route through the city. With views of many attractions including the skyline, the route also passes many of the city's most popular social spots.
14.6 Miles
90%
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301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
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Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve has several hiking trails and also offers guided nature and bird walks. Their visitors center features nature exhibits and a gift shop, and guests can borrow binoculars there.
14.7 Miles
84%
359 votes
2216 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037
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With Hike Bike Kayak San Diego, visitors can tour native coastline by kayak with experienced ecological guides that work professionally as biologists. During the tour, visitors have the opportunity to kayak by seals, dolphins, and whales.
14.7 Miles
Silverset Neighborhood Park is a public park tucked into a residential neighborhood that offers a playground and softball field for local resident use. The park also has a popular running and walking track that circuits one section of the area.
14.8 Miles
With La Jolla Kayak, visitors can join kayaking excursions to explore the region's caves, spot ocean life like whales and leopard sharks, or enjoy the sunset from the sea. Each kayak trip includes a quick lesson for operating the kayak.
14.8 Miles
93%
244 votes
2164 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037
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With La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks, visitors can explore the region's coastal sea caves with an experienced guide. During the tour, visitors will encounter coastal wildlife like seals, pelicans, and bat rays.
14.9 Miles
La Jolla Shores is arguably the most scenic spot in the San Diego area. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a morning jog on these miles of coastline.
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Birch Aquarium
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Affiliated with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the University of California at San Diego, Birch Aquarium features a wide array of exhibits centering on ocean life. The aquarium also hosts many educational programs.
14.9 Miles
An equestrian facility and show barn, Elite Show Stables offers training for both horse and rider in a competitive, focused environment. The stable offers care and coaching both under show circumstances and otherwise.