- The list below includes 175 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Cruz, California, including 101 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, Fishing and Walking Trails.
- From West Cliff Drive to Wilder Ranch State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Cruz and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cupertino, Capitola, Aptos and Saratoga.
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Providing training services, Fremont Football League Inc offers workshops for tackle football, flag football, and cheer. Each season features 8 games per team, with a final playoffs game at the end.
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Featuring a Hawaiian cultural tradition, Kilohana Outrigger Canoe Club offers visitors of all skill levels coaching on how to canoe on an 6-man outrigger. The practices last two hours and introduces visitors to the basics of canoeing.
37.9 Miles
A comedy club and theater seating 42 people, Made Up Theater offers improvised comedy that includes audience participation. It also provides improvised comedy classes, games and a summer comedy camp and hosts private events.
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At Big Canyon Park, visitors can hike a nature trail that weaves in and out of the surrounding hills. The trail is narrow, but offers birds eye views of the canyons and hills in the region.
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Operated by the City of San Carlos, Crestview Park features a variety of amenities, including a playground with varied and elaborate play structures, a soccer field, basketball courts, and a walking and running trail.
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Measuring 1,161,691 square-feet, the NewPark Mall currently houses more than 140 stores and restaurants, plus several salons. In addition, it also hosts a regular farmers market and seasonal events for the entire family.
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Situated on a total of 6-acres of land, the Jerry Raber Ash Street Park is a recreational park that includes softball practice fields, a basketball court, and family picnic facilities. The park also has restrooms and a playground.
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Open between 8 am and sunset, Cowell Ranch Beach is a scenic beach with honey-colored sand and a cliff overlooking the water. The beach is home to a variety of birds and wildlife.
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To experience Oktoberfest right in California, Swiss Park offers a unique evening out. The restaurant and bar features waitresses dressed as traditional beer maids, while the menu includes German classics such as oversized pretzels and bratwurst.
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A multi-purpose facility, Burton Park provides activities for the entire family. Some features of the park include a kiddie playground with ample seating, tennis courts, bandstand, picnic area and bocce court.