- 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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11.4 Miles
93%
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2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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The Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserves offers wildlife viewing, bicycling, hiking, and horseback riding opportunities. During the migrating season, up to 35,000 birds can be seen from this location, including endangered species.
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With seven miles of coastal bluffs, Salt Creek Beach is a prime spot for surfing. The beach sees over 2 million visitors every year who enjoy the unparalleled waves and body surfing opportunities.
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187 votes
33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Dinner and entertainment are combined in one venue at the Coach House Concert Hall. Guests can enjoy dinner with live music from a variety of artists, both local and national.
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The Coach House
33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Offering premier entertainment in the San Juan Capistrano area, The Coach House plays host to a variety of shows. The casual atmosphere allows guests to feel laid back when enjoying dinner, drinks and a concert by a touring headliner or local band.
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Designed for use by kids of all ages, Sea Canyon Park features lots of playground equipment. This includes a sand box, swings, ladder, slides and a climbing rock that is suitable for older kids.
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For an entertaining night of shoving, skating, and a little bit of violence, guests check out the Orange County Roller Girls. With strategic manhandling and a halftime music performance to boot, visitors are sure to experience a unique event.
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Located within a quiet and peaceful residential area, Mission Bell Park is a park featuring a number of amenities for guests to enjoy. These amenities include a playground structure, a large open area, and a lot of shade.
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76%
49 votes
611 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Named after its creator, Isamu Noguchi, California Scenario - The Noguchi Garden is an outdoor sculpture oasis commissioned by Henry Segerstrom in 1972. The garden is meant to symbolize the whole of California.
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The California Scenario is a sculpture garden that features seven different scenarios gardens for guests to enjoy and explore. The location's Forest Walk offers guests the chance to view the plaza from a distance.
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96%
180 votes
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Pirate Coast Paddle Company offers kids camps and private lessons for those who wish to learn the art of paddle boarding. The location also offers other adventures, including Yoga on the Water and 'Wild Wednesday Sup and Sip'.