Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Rafael, CA

  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
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31.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 1891 Woolner Ave, Ste A, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
Offering a wide variety of sports programs and instructional clinics, the Fairfield Indoor Sports Cultural Center hosts soccer, gymnastics, and other sports. The center hosts leagues for both kids and adults.
31.6 Miles
84% 44 votes
Parks 18627 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 1.5 acre swimming lagoon with a sandy beach and lifeguard service at Cull Canyon. The recreation area also features picnic areas and offers access to hiking trails.
31.7 Miles
27% 11 votes
Parks 1905 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Carlos Bee Park's picnic tables and barbeque pits provide the suitable facilities for a group or family outing. The play area also contains a jungle gym for children to climb.
31.8 Miles
89% 18 votes
Beaches Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 MoreLess Info
Tide pools, ample sand, and scenic views are among the characteristics that make Moss Beach a popular location to visit. Visitors have the opportunity to view a large variety of marine life that washes up on the shoreline as well.
31.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Farms & Ranches 8018 Crow Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552 MoreLess Info
As an equestrian care facility, Canyon Creek Ranch offers visitors horse boarding and training services. The facility consists of barns and two arenas for training; one outdoors and one indoors.
31.9 Miles
92% 75 votes
Walking Trails San Mateo, CA MoreLess Info
At over 6 miles, Sawyer Camp Trail is a favorite for locals to enjoy scenic views or a bit of exercise. The paved rolling path is perfect for joggers and bikers, as well as those interested in breath-taking photo opportunities.
31.9 Miles
88% 104 votes
Gardens 22373 N 3rd Street, Hayward, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
The oldest Japanese gardens in California, the Hayward Japanese Gardens are designed to be a space of tranquility and peace. Spanning over three acres, the gardens are designed in traditional Japanese style, and include a koi pond.
31.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
History Museums 22380 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541 MoreLess Info
At HAHS Center for History & Culture, visitors can browse a museum dedicated to documenting the regional culture and history. The center features an exhibit that depicts the stories of local residents with artifacts and photographs.
31.9 Miles
96% 26 votes
Hiking Trails Skyline Blvd & Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94096 MoreLess Info
The Sawyer Camp Trail is a segment of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail and is designated for bicyclists, hikers, joggers and equestrians. The best known trail in San Mateo County, Sawyer Camp is about six miles in length.
31.9 Miles
91% 272 votes
Hiking Trails Crystal Springs Rd & Skyline Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
A popular paved trail wide enough for two-way traffic, Sawyer Camp Trail at Crystal Springs Reservoir is designed for hikers, joggers, and bicyclists, and horseback riders. The trail features restrooms at either end as well as picnic areas.
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