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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23.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
Race Tracks 6161 Lincoln Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620 MoreLess Info
The Buena Park Raceway is an indoor racing facility that is available for private birthday parties, corporate outings, and special group rentals. The racetrack hosts drag races, wing car competitions, and slot car contests.
23.2 Miles
53% 114 votes
Bowling 4191 Chino Hills Parkway, Chino Hills, CA 91709 MoreLess Info
Featuring 32 USBC certified lanes, Chaparral 300 offers open and league bowling. The center provides a full bar with 40 draft beers, live music, karaoke, pool tables, arcade games, dartboards, high-definition televisions and a restaurant with food and drinks.
23.3 Miles
Aviation Museums 7000 Merrill Avenue #17, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
Historical aircraft and people who dedicated their lives to flight are the focus of the Planes of Fame Air Museum, which is independently operated. Along with exhibits, group tours are led on a daily basis and the facility can be rented for private use.
23.3 Miles
Aviation Museums 7000 Merrill Avenue A270 #35, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
The collection that is the basis of the Yanks Air Museum originally started with just one airplane purchased in 1973. The collection has since grown to include more than 160 aircraft displayed within the Chino airport.
23.3 Miles
85% 228 votes
Other Entertainment 3035 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA MoreLess Info
Opened in 1964 with a single screen, the Van Buren Drive-In Theatre has become a favorited weekend destination for locals. Featuring the latest movies on multiple screens, the drive-in is a fun way to mix modern entertainment with a classic experience.
23.3 Miles
96% 27 votes
Visitor Centers 6601 Beach Boulevard Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90622 MoreLess Info
The California Welcome Center of Orange County is a highly organized establishment with a friendly staff and access to information on attractions throughout the state. The center can help visitors find things to do, places to stay and arrange outings.
23.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Tennis 3900 Lampson Avenue, Seal Beach, CA 90740 MoreLess Info
Located near the California Coast and the waters of Seal Beach, the Seal Beach Tennis Center offers tennis court rentals to the public seven days a week. Home to sixteen courts, the center also offers Pickleball and a fitness center.
23.4 Miles
94% 16 votes
Aviation Museums 7000 Merrill Ave, Ste 35-A270, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
Yanks Air Museum houses exhibits dedicated to American aircraft and artifacts, including those from World War II. Supervised public access is permitted to the restoration hangar, where historic aircraft in the process of being restored can be viewed.
23.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 5131 Ball Road, Cypress, CA 90630 MoreLess Info
Basic park amenities like a few children's playground structures and equipment over sand are offered at Darrell Essex Park. Visitors are also able to enjoy a grass volleyball court with a permanent net.
23.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 777 Skyler Way, Brea, CA 92821 MoreLess Info
Brea's Founder's Park is a public park that features a playground with climbing structures, a rock climbing wall, and other equipment. The park also features a play table with sand.
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