Free & Cheap Things to Do in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

  • The list below includes 472 free or cheap things to do in or near Rancho Santa Margarita, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Movie Theaters and Camping Site.
  • From Rancho Santa Margarita Central Park to Lago Santa Margarita, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rancho Santa Margarita and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Irvine and San Clemente.
  • The list below includes 472 free or cheap things to do in or near Rancho Santa Margarita, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Movie Theaters and Camping Site.
  • From Rancho Santa Margarita Central Park to Lago Santa Margarita, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rancho Santa Margarita and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Irvine and San Clemente.
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13.6 Miles
100% 7 votes
Bowling 2405 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 92782 MoreLess Info
Luxury-centered ten-pin bowling is offered at Bowlmor Lanes. In addition to a full service sports bar and restaurant, guests in the bowling area can access gourmet cuisine with semi-private banquette seating.
13.6 Miles
54% 175 votes
Bowling 3415 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 40 lane bowling center with automatic scoring and bumpers at Irvine Lanes. The bowling alley hosts birthday parties and special events and also features bowling leagues.
13.6 Miles
57% 7 votes
Skate Parks 241 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92673 MoreLess Info
The San Clemente Skate Park is a public concrete skate park situated high on a grassy hill. The skate park is an expansive 12,000 sq. ft. and offers surfaces and bowls for varying challenge levels.
13.6 Miles
88% 51 votes
Beaches Dana Strand Road, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
A small, clean white sand beach, Dana Strand Beach offers impressive views, often of the dolphins who live in the nearby waters. The beach is a popular surfing spot, and is patrolled by lifeguards.
13.6 Miles
72% 29 votes
Beaches Dana Point Harbor, 34551 Puerto Place, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Located along the Dana Point Harbor, the Baby Beach of Dana Point is a waveless beach designated for swimming. Visitors also commonly enjoy using paddle boards, kayaks, or having picnics at the beach.
13.7 Miles
77% 140 votes
Historic Sites 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
The Ocean Institute features 61 immersion-style programs that offer guests the chance to learn about marine science and the environment. The location offers access to a gift shop for those who wish to purchase souvenirs.
13.7 Miles
86% 14 votes
Paddleboarding 34451 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1987, Westwind Sailing works in partnership with the Orange County Sailing & Event Center to teach safe and responsible boating and sailing techniques to the public. The group offers a variety of sailing classes.
13.8 Miles
100% 35 votes
Paddleboarding 24707 Dana Drive, Dana Point, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
SUP Fitness Laguna offers paddle boarding lessons for those who wish to get on the water. Those who are interested in learning how to properly paddle across the waters may appreciate what this site has to offer.
13.9 Miles
92% 290 votes
National & State Parks 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92862 MoreLess Info
In addition to picnic areas with built-in barbecues, sinks and tables, the Irvine Regional Park offers paved bicycle and walking trails. Furthermore, the park also features a children's playground, four softball fields, two horseshoe pits and a lake.
13.9 Miles
89% 19 votes
Hiking Trails Skyline Drive, Corona, CA 92882 MoreLess Info
As a moderately challenging hike, Skyline Drive Trails is a 9.8 mile trail open from late summer to fall. Near the top of the trail, there is an abandoned car nestled between the canyon walls.
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