Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Marcos, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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44.7 Miles
98% 589 votes
National & State Parks 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 MoreLess Info
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a great place to explore the desert and all the amazing rock formations. The park has many interesting hiking trails and a visitor center with its informative exhibits and helpful staff. Camping is available at the parking with RVs, hook-ups or tents.
44.8 Miles
50% 6 votes
Parks 25420 Jeronimo Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
El Toro Park is a neighborhood park with a focus on fitness. The park has a walking and jogging path, tennis courts, outdoor exercise stations, and playground equipment for all ages.
44.9 Miles
94% 33 votes
Food Tours Forest Ave & Mermaid, Laguna Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Explore Laguna beach by taking part in a food tasting and historical walking tour with Flavors of Laguna. They offer you the opportunity to try out various local dishes and learn about the history along the way.
44.9 Miles
57% 49 votes
Movie Theaters 24155 Laguna Hills Mall Road, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Two screens offering a combination of popular first-run movies and independent films are available at Laguna Hills Mall Cinema. The facilities keep with a traditional movie theater experience and have a standard concession stand for movie-goers.
44.9 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 901 W Esplanade Avenue, San Jacinto, CA 92582 MoreLess Info
Providing for an array of outdoor activities, Valley Wide Recreation is equipped with a spacious playground along with soccer fields and both basketball and volleyball courts. The facility further offers lighted baseball fields for community competitions.
44.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 26361 Cedarbrook, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MoreLess Info
Aliso Viejo's Hummingbird Park is a community park that rests slightly below street level, giving the feel of a hidden alcove. The park has a variety of play structures with a sand floor.
45.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mountains Borrego Springs, CA MoreLess Info
Granite Mountain area includes a few old gold mines that you can explore. Great paths for 4x vehicles.
45.0 Miles
83% 12 votes
Walking Trails Borrego Springs, CA MoreLess Info
The Yaqui Well is a scenic desert site that features a well-marked trail and nearby camp grounds. The site is a popular destination for bird watching, and is purportedly home to the legendary Ghost Dancers.
45.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Situated on 4.5 acres, Cherry Park features a basketball court and open turf areas suitable for picnics, sports and other recreational activities. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic tables, a paved walking path and barbeque grills.
45.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Running/Jogging Aliso Creek Bikeway, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Open to hikers and mountain bikers, Aliso Creek Regional Trail offers visitors a scenic nature trail with views of the surrounding hills. On the trail, visitors can spot wildlife like ducks, lizards, and rabbits.
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