- The list below includes 1128 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey Park, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Maze, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
- From Barnes Park to Heritage Park AKA Cascades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001
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A historic but deserted mountain resort is the end goal of Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail. The trail itself steadily climbs up the east slope of Los Flores Canyon until reaching the resort ruins that features many historic plaques and wide sweeping views of the area.
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E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001
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At 5 miles round trip, Echo Mountain Via The Ridgeline Trail offers visitors a historic trail with ruins of a resort and railroads to explore. The trail is lined with native vegetation including the California poppy.
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Originally opened in 1893, the Mt Lowe Railway Trail is a hiking trail that offers access to Echo Mountain as well as the Alpine Tavern. The trail inclines up Rubio Canyon to an Echo mountain house.
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Robert White Park is a public neighborhood park offering a number of amenities for those who visit. These amenities include a large playground structure, basketball courts, and a campsite nearby.
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700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037
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The largest hands-on science center on the West Coast, the California Science Center features interactive exhibits, educational facilities, and resources for teachers. Highlights include the space shuttle Endeavor, an IMAX theater, and nearly 400 plant and animal species.
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Many nature-based activities and outdoor adventures are available within the Wilderness Park. It is actually situated in the San Gabriel Mountains and has a pond, on-site nature center, and multiple walking trails.
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Situated on 2.5 acres, Anaconda Park features two half basketball courts along with a perimeter walking path and grassy areas. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic tables, shade trees, fitness stations and restroom facilities.
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Columbia Memorial Space Center is a hands-on educational experience for children of all ages with many exhibits. Some of their permanent exhibits include the robotics lab, astronaut's suit, shuttle simulator and gravity well.
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Baseball fields and tennis courts are on offer at Independence Park. Make use of the barbeque grills and picnic tables for an outdoor lunch. A playground is available for children, and shade trees line the walking path.
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At Discovery Sports Complex, visitors can explore 11 acres of soccer and baseball fields. The park is open until 10 p.m., with the fields lighted at night, and can be reserved for private events.