- The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
- From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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A small park distinguished by a creek running along its edge, Valle Verde Park features sports fields, a playground for younger kids with play structures and swings, and picnic and cookout areas.
23.9 Miles
Spanning 700 acres, Blue Sky Ecological Reserve is located in a canyon blanketed in oak trees. The reserve is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species, and features a network of hiking trails.
24.0 Miles
Located on a 78-acre plot of land, the Dos Picos Co Park is a public park that offers a number of scenic mountain views to its visitors. Other amenities include a picnic area, a playground, and a nearby pond.
26.0 Miles
Take a memorable horseback ride though the vineyards with Vineyard Trail Rides. Guests enjoy a scenic, hour-and-a-half ride through Milagro Farm, then are offered wine tastings and chocolates upon completion.
26.5 Miles
Queen Califa's Magical Circle is the only project of this kind in America. It has 10 sculptures, without the benches which are also sculpted. Inside of it there are planted native shrubs, maintaining the tone of the site.
26.9 Miles
Velocity Paintball Park provides 14 playing fields with a variety of terrain and obstacles for paintball. They offer separate walk-on games for beginner and advanced players and host a variety of private groups such as family outings and birthday parties.
26.9 Miles
Hosting racing events, Barona Speedway hosts sprint cars, dwarfs, stock cars, and a variety of other race cars competing against each other. The concession stand serves favorites like nachos, churros, hamburgers, and more.
27.0 Miles
At the Willow Creek Stables, guests will be able to sign up for a hunter / jumper lesson program that is suitable for guests of all ages. The location also features a large rec room with a kitchen, television, free Wi-Fi and outdoor BBQ.
27.2 Miles
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215 West K Street, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Founded in 1920, the Self-Realization Fellowship Hermitage and Meditation Gardens offer guests the opportunity to attend Sunday services or take a lecture tour. The location also offers Sunday School and How-to-Live Summer Youth Programs.
27.6 Miles
Swami's Beach is a well-renowned surf spot that is overseen by the Self-Realization Fellowship ashram. The location becomes a major destination during the winter months due to its swells and standout right point break.