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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Painting & Vino 105 Main Street, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Professional artists give step-by-step instructions that teach guests how to recreate works of art while enjoying wine or cocktails
3.8 Miles
86% 22 votes
Hiking Trails 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
Those in search of a well-maintained trail system with stunning views will enjoy Oso Creek Trail. Hikers can take in the fresh air and fragrances from the plant life while getting a great workout from the 5.5 miles of trails.
3.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 27241 La Paz Road, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
A public park, Oso Viejo Community Park features a wide variety of playground equipment, including tube slides, climbing structures, and swings, as well as benches, covered picnic pavilions, and walking trails. The park also has sports fields.
3.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Camping Site 21131 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
While the Oso Lake Scout Camp caters mostly to Scout groups, the facility is still open for public rentals and camping. The lake offers catch-and-release bass fishing, rowing, and canoeing along with large open camping areas near the shore.
3.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Featuring a prehistoric themed playground, Fossil Reef Park is littered with dinosaur fossil climbing structures for kids to play on. The playground has a three story slide that extends from a climbing structure.
3.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 29 Santa Barbara Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
The Aliso Viejo Aquatics Center has multiple swimming pools including a 25 yard lap pool, a recreation pool and one for toddlers to wade in. They hold many swimming classes for both adults and children.
3.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 26361 Cedarbrook, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
Aliso Viejo's Hummingbird Park is a community park that rests slightly below street level, giving the feel of a hidden alcove. The park has a variety of play structures with a sand floor.
4.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Swimming Pool 21601 Via Regressos, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by trees, Solana Park features a basketball court and two fields that can be used for baseball or open-field sports like soccer. It also has a walking trail, children's playground, covered picnic areas and a private access pool.
4.0 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks Oak View Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
Westridge Park is a popular outdoor space for people to walk their dogs while enjoying views of the nearby canyon. Standard park facilities like jungle gyms, swings, benches, and an open play area are also offered.
4.1 Miles
52% 31 votes
Bowling 25402 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
Saddleback Lanes is a bowling alley that also features a lounge, coffee shop, and pro shop. It's open 7 days a week, offering fun to children and adults of all ages, with specials regularly offered as well.
4.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Aliso Creek Riding & Hiking Trl, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Sheep Hills Park is a beautiful community park located in California's Laguna Hills. The park features rolling green hills and winding walking trails, as well as a small children's playground, picnic areas, large open play fields, including soccer and baseball.
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