Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lake Forest, CA

  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
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42.2 Miles
56% 154 votes
History Museums 6115 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 MoreLess Info
Green Dragon Tavern & Museum is a museum that also has a restaurant and tavern, a private event space, a coffeehouse, and a bookstore. Exhibits include original newspapers from the founding days of the United States and signatures of John Hancock, Sam Adams, and John Adams.
42.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 19070-19562 Gilman Springs Road, San Jacinto, CA 92583 MoreLess Info
Known for its challenging hiking path, Massacre Canyon is a 2.7 trail that weaves through desert canyon walls. The canyon has a stream that empties into a 12 foot waterfall off the trail.
42.2 Miles
50% 4 votes
Parks 815 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
At Orange Grove Park, visitors can bring their children to the playground or enjoy a picnic at the covered gazebo. The park has several multipurpose sports fields, as well as maintained tennis courts.
42.2 Miles
75% 156 votes
Hiking Trails Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91066 MoreLess Info
Hermit Falls is a waterfall that features a hiking path the leads to the actual falls. The trail leads downhill from the parking lot to the falls and there are two cliff-jumping spots that vary in height.
42.2 Miles
70% 166 votes
Dog Park 300 Flagler Ln, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 MoreLess Info
Located on the north end of Dominguez Park, Redondo Beach Dog Park offers three acres of play space with separate areas for large and small dogs. The park offers benches and water fountains for both dogs and humans.
42.3 Miles
86% 29 votes
Walking Tours 113 Crescent, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Icons of Avalon gives historical and cultural tours, pointing out details you might have missed. Topics include architecture, important local figures, and famous influences.
42.3 Miles
70% 83 votes
Arcades 225 Crescent Ave., Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Located on Catalina Island, Three Palms Avalon Arcade is a family owned entertainment center, opened year-round. Opened in 2011, they are showcasing new games, 4 bowling lanes, a Sports zone and an electronic shooting gallery.
42.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bars 110 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014 MoreLess Info
Small and inviting, The Association LA offers traditional and new cocktails. The lounge is both low-key and stylish.
42.3 Miles
98% 5593 votes
Ziplines 1 Descanso Canyon Rd, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Daredevils and adrenaline junkies flock to Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour, an adventure tour company in California. The firm's most popular tour package is a five-line zip tour covering a scant mile above Avalon. Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour also offers guided driving tours.
42.3 Miles
82% 3356 votes
Beaches #1 Descanso Canyon Road, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Avalon's Descanso Beach is a pristine waterfront strip that is the perfect setting for weddings, social events and relaxing after a busy day. One of the beach's most popular features is the Decanso Beach Club, a seaside bar that serves cocktails and delicious meals.
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