- 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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Mexican eatery specializing in more than 30 styles of tortas; other Mexican staples include quesadillas, burritos, and tacos
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165 Denny Way, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Skate San Diego is a roller skating rink that offers open, public skating as well as roller hockey league play for both youth and adult players. The rink also hosts sprung hockey, and is home to the Tron Hosers team.
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As a micro brewery, Manzanita Brewing Company offers visitors a tasting room where they can sample a wide selection of brews, from IPA to pale ale. In addition to year round ales, the brewery offers seasonal ales like pumpkin ale.
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12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, CA 92019
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At the Water Conservation Garden, guests will be able to visit a butterfly pavilion, a meadow exhibit, a white garden, and an exhibit that features seven different types of turf. The location also offers self-guided visit tours, private guided tours, and special access tours.
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2951 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
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A movie theater featuring 15 auditoriums, Edwards Rancho San Diego Stadium 15 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Situated on 1.4 acres, Wells Park Dog Park offers fields of grass and gravel used for canine recreation and exercise. The park provides drinking water, benches, dog waste bags, shade trees and a separate small dog area.
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Wells Park is a recreational park that includes a dog park, baseball fields, restrooms, and a children's playground. The park also features an area to work out at as well as a barbecue area.
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1905 N. Marshall Ave, Hangar 6, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Supported by volunteers, Air Group One - Commemorative Air Force Museum focuses on World War II and also includes exhibits featuring other wars. The museum offers artwork, photographs, uniforms, model aircraft, medals and patches.
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The Santee Lakes are a popular spot for get-togethers and family picnics. The lakes offer a relaxing view and quiet surroundings and are also known for good fishing, hiking trails and bird watching.
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Located along the San Diego River, Mast Park is situated on 26 acres and features open green space along with walking trails. The park also offers basketball and volleyball courts, a children's playground, picnic areas and a dog park.
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Providing access to trails, East Fortuna Equestrian Staging Area offers numerous amenities for horseback riders. Besides ample parking, visitors have access to both picnic facilities and horse corrals. Bicycling and hiking is also permitted here.