- The list below includes 224 free or cheap things to do in or near San Diego, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bus Tours and Movie Theaters.
- From Fort Rosecrans Cemetery to Torrey Pines State Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Diego and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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The Hollandia Dog Park is an off-leash recreational dog park that features two separate areas for big and small dogs. The park has benches, bowls of water, and a fence that surrounds the park.
31.0 Miles
Aloha Stand Up Paddle offers tradition surf and paddleboard lessons. But what's more, they have a photographer who takes action shots of surfers.
31.0 Miles
West Coast Stand Up Paddle takes trips to regional lakes for paddleboard lessons. They claim that they can teach almost anyone to paddleboard.
31.3 Miles
A small, quiet park, Buena Vista park features a duck pond and multiple hiking trails. Visitors can view wildlife, use picnic facilities, and walk or bike on trails of varying widths and difficulty levels.
31.4 Miles
Dixon Lake is available for hiking, camping and, of course, fishing. It also has lodging possibilities and it is the host of several festivals each year.
31.6 Miles
Home to stately shady trees, lush green grass land and picnic tables is Mayflower Dog Park. The park offers a safe, fenced in area for dogs to run and play off leash.
31.7 Miles
A broad, clean white sand beach, Tamarack State Beach is a good destination for a family outing. The beach offers ample parking, and visitors are allowed to build fires if they bring their own pits.
32.1 Miles
Maintained and operated by the City of San Marcos, Walnut Grove Park spans 39 acres. The park features two horse arenas, picnic areas with covered seating, and the Williams Barn, which can be rented for functions.
32.5 Miles
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4796 votes
Carlsbad Blvd. and Hwy 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Camping enthusiasts love the Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad, California. The park includes extensive camping facilities with individual sites, token-operated showers and restrooms with running water. Carlsbad State Beach is also open to day visitors.
32.6 Miles
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36 votes
Roosevelt Street & Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92018
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Visit Carlsbad Village Farmers Market and visit the fine vendors peddling organic produce, arts and crafts, prepared foods, flowers and baked goods. While there, enjoy live entertainment or learn about other happenings in the village.