Free & Cheap Things to Do in Sanford, NC

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Sanford, North Carolina, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From San-Lee Park to San-Lee Recreation & Educational Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sanford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Apex, Southern Pines, Fuquay-Varina and Pittsboro.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Sanford, North Carolina, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From San-Lee Park to San-Lee Recreation & Educational Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sanford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Apex, Southern Pines, Fuquay-Varina and Pittsboro.
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46.1 Miles
98% 127 votes
Kayaking 9525 Capital Blvd, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Paddle Creek is a rafting and kayaking outfitter that offers guided kayak and raft trips. The trips are suitable for kayakers and rafters of all skill and ability levels, and feature experienced and trained guides.
46.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Visitor Centers 11405 Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center is a great place to start a visit to Wake Forest. The center offers exhibits on the local wildlife and recreation and offers several hiking trails leading from the center into forest, lake shore and fields.
46.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 6105 Riverside Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Following along the Neuse River for several miles, North Raleigh Trail is used for walking, running, and biking. The trail is also dog friendly and has a paved path with plenty of shade from trees.
48.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Running/Jogging 12098 New Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Spanning nearly 28 miles, Neuse River Greenway Trail extends from Falls Lake Dam to the Wake County Line. It can be used for walking, biking and wildlife viewing and features river crossings, trees, wetlands and bridges.
48.4 Miles
88% 60 votes
Historic Sites 5828 Old Oxford Highway, Durham, NC 27712 MoreLess Info
Offering guided tours of a plantation and its beautiful surroundings, Stagville State Historic Site is important to American history. There is also a welcome center and gift shop on the premises.
49.1 Miles
67% 6 votes
Skating Rinks 1839 S Main St, Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Wake Forest's Polar Ice House features two ice rinks that meet NHL regulations for size. The rinks host open skating with lights and music as well as hockey tournaments and league play.
49.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 1839 S Main St, Ste 400, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
The Factory is an outdoor recreational facility that features a polar icehouse, educational robotics facilities, a serendipity sweet shoppe, and a YMCA. The facility also has a dance institute and a tumble gym.
49.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Family Fun Center 1839 S Main St, Ste 600, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Zoosa's Family Fun center is an indoor recreational facility that features a miniature golf course, go-karts, a video game arcade, and a bungee trampoline. The facility is also available to rent for birthday parties.
49.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 3325 Rogers Rd, Ste 115, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Wine & Design Wake Forest offers customers the chance to spend two hours harnessing their talents and exploring their creativity by learning to paint. Wine and Design caters to all ages and talents and provides step-by-step instructions while painting.
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