- The list below includes 989 free or cheap things to do in or near Orange, California, including 134 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, National & State Parks and Skate Parks.
- From Irvine Regional Park to Santiago Oaks Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Orange and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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12.4 Miles
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21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
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Huntington Beach State Park is a 2 mile-long recreational area, popular for bird watchers, since in here nests the Californian least tern. Surfing and surf fishing can also be practiced, while on the beach itself are plenty of fire-rings.
12.4 Miles
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147 votes
21601 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
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Huntington State Beach is a 121 acre state beach that offers a range of recreational activities. Huntington features places to surf, swim or fish and also has volleyball courts, basketball courts, fire-rings for bonfires and a multi-use trail.
12.4 Miles
Sunshine Park is 2.5 acres and features playground equipment, a baseball field, basketball court, jogging and exercise course and a picnic shelter with tables and barbeques. The park is staffed during the summer.
12.5 Miles
With locations nationwide, Starplex Cinema is a popular and premier theater destination for patrons of the La Mirada area. The theater offers a discount on popular films on its seven state-of-the-art movie screens.
12.5 Miles
The Wedge is a surfing spot that provides visitors with the chance to go skim boarding, bodysurfing, body boarding, and surfing. The location has been featured in songs by the likes of Dick Dale and All Time Low.
12.5 Miles
Billing itself as Surf City USA, Huntington Beach in some ways epitomizes Orange County. It is a beachside vacation destination with miles of coastline, prime surfing conditions, and a variety of hotels and restaurants.
12.6 Miles
A beach only for dogs. As dogs aren't allowed on normal beaches, Huntington Dog Beach is the place to let them play in the sand, the water and the grass.
12.6 Miles
The small, 2.5 acre Brookhaven Park is a neighborhood park with sporting facilities and playground equipment. The park features a half-court basketball court, a volleyball court, picnic tables, and a water fountain.
12.7 Miles
Popular for surf and bare-handed fishing, the Bolsa Chica State Beach is also suited for RV camping, basketball games and bicycle riding, among others. It is also a popular place for wildlife and bird watching.
12.7 Miles
The man-made Balboa Island features a wide variety of upscale shops and restaurants. This quaint area also boasts charming scenery, including real estate, waterfront views, wildflowers and a fully-functional harbor.