- The list below includes 706 free or cheap things to do in or near San Mateo, California, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Running/Jogging.
- From The San Mateo Japanese Garden to Sawyer Camp Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Mateo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
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Diners dip veggies and bread into creamy cheese fondue and munch on fresh salads before cooking entrees fondue-style at the table
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Bay Trail
Oyster Point ,Genentech - Sierra Point, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Bay Trail provides easily accessible recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including hikers, joggers, bicyclists and skaters. It also offers a setting for wildlife viewing and environmental education and increases public respect and appreciation for the Bay.
8.4 Miles
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Hillside Blvd & School Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Paradise Valley Park is an outdoor recreational park that includes a baseball field, a basketball court, a playground, and a dog park. The dog park includes wide open grassy areas and trash receptacles.
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Stulsaft Park is a 42 acre park that is outfitted a variety of slides and playground equipment for all ages. The park also has a sprayground, picnic areas, barbecue pits, and wildlife viewing.
8.4 Miles
Located along regions of San Pedro Creek is San Pedro Valley Park. Hiking trails wind through the scenic park, offering stunning views of the Santa Crus Mountains. Other features include BBQ's, picnic areas, a visitors center and a nearby waterfall.
8.5 Miles
With 2 miles of trails, Sign Hill Park has 30 acres of open space ad is home to the endangered Mission Blue Butterfly. Other species of wildlife found on Sign Hill include gulls, egrets, and turns.
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1828 Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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Tour Half Moon Bay on horseback with a guided tour from Sea Horse Ranch & Friendly Acres. Riders must be at least seven years old and do not need prior equestrian experience. Sea Horse Ranch & Friendly Acres also offers weekend riding camps and horse boarding.
8.6 Miles
Situated on a hill, Sellick Park provides visitors with a walking path for jogging and a general purpose grass field. The playground has features like a cement cave; a rock, paper, scissors game; and multilevel climbing structures.
8.7 Miles
The beach features a sheltered cove surrounded by cliffs dropping into the Pacific Ocean. There is a steep trail that leads down to the beach, and a small picnic area.Gray whales can often be seen.
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While it serves mainly seafood dishes, the Miramar Beach Restaurant also has days when it presents its clients special menus. Grammy nominated Terry Disley creates the atmosphere from Thursday until Sunday.
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Pomponio State Beach is popular for its scenic beauty and gentle tides. Whales and dolphins are a regular sight enjoyed by those out for a quiet stroll along the coastline. The parking is slightly pricey but worth the experience.