- The list below includes 201 free or cheap things to do in or near San Marcos, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Horseback Riding and Bowling.
- From Double Peak Park to Sunset Park - San Marcos, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Marcos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Santee and Carlsbad.
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30.3 Miles
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36700 Ruth Ellen Way, Murrieta, CA 92563
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The Los Alamos Hills Sports Park provides large areas and fields for visitors to view and play sports in. Facilities at the site include football fields, soccer fields, baseball fields, and a playground.
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With Susie Q Ranch, visitors can learn how to horseback ride on gentle horses with experienced trainers. Visitors are welcome to explore the farm and feed the horses after the lesson.
30.5 Miles
Located in a private community, Hartfield Park offers many amenities. Along with a clubhouse for social events and gatherings, the park is equipped with basketball courts, an outdoor pool, tennis courts and playground.
30.7 Miles
72%
106 votes
Off Interstate 5 at Basilone Road, Oceanside, CA 92055
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Spanning over 3,000 acres, the San Onofre State Beach is a popular destination for sunbathing, kite flying, shell collecting, camping, hiking and nature photography. Fire pits and campsites are available for reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.
30.7 Miles
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68 votes
12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, CA 92019
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At the Water Conservation Garden, guests will be able to visit a butterfly pavilion, a meadow exhibit, a white garden, and an exhibit that features seven different types of turf. The location also offers self-guided visit tours, private guided tours, and special access tours.
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Overlooking San Diego Bay, Centennial Park offers trails for walking, biking, and jogging along with benches for sitting and enjoying the scenery. The park is also a very popular spot for photography and wedding events.
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Breakers Beach
Naval Air Station North Island Coronado, Bldg 764 Midway Landing, Coronado, CA 92155
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Home to the Breakers Beach Naval Air Station, Breakers Beach offers clean white sands and good waves for surfing. The beach features a volleyball net, a bonfire pit, and public bathrooms and showers.
30.8 Miles
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100 votes
2951 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
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A movie theater featuring 15 auditoriums, Edwards Rancho San Diego Stadium 15 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Bike & Kayak Tours, Inc. serve their area by offering biking, kayaking and snorkeling tours that can last anywhere from 1 to 7 hours, and some tours offer a combination of these activities. They also rent equipment like paddleboards.
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10463 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91978
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Showcasing the history of Japanese Americans in the region, Japanese American Historical Society provides historical information with regular exhibits to the public. The society hosts community events such as swing nights, lectures, and craft classes.