- The list below includes 47 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Maria, California, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Playgrounds.
- From Foxen Canyon Wine Trail to Waller Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Maria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pismo Beach, Lompoc, San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos.
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19.6 Miles
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2295 Purisima Road, Lompoc, CA 93436
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The nearly 2,000-acre La Purisima State Historical Park is home to 25 miles of hiking trails, livestock and the eleventh of 21 Spanish Missions established in Alta California. The site recreates life during the 1820's, where the residents engaged in blacksmithing, candle making, farming and weaving.
19.6 Miles
Central Coast Kayaks is a full-service kayak shop offering guided tours with trained professionals. They also have equipment rentals as well as many different classes to help make participants better paddlers.
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Jalama Road, Lompoc, CA 93436
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Housed on a 300-acre ranch, the Return to Freedom, American Wild Horse Sanctuary is dedicated to preserving the freedom, diversity and habitat of wild horses. The sanctuary cares for over 400 horses.
20.1 Miles
Views of the ocean and access to a mile and a half of sandy beach and tidepools are offered at Spyglass Park, which is spread along 4.5 acres. Facilities at the park include a children's playground, an open play grass space, and picnic tables.
20.6 Miles
With plenty of benches, a separate area for large and small dogs, and an escape-proof entry, Barkin Park is a safe an convenient way to make sure dogs are getting their exercise.
20.6 Miles
Situated on the Santa Ynez River, River Park provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, picnics, horseshoe, and volleyball. The park also features a 35 spot RV campground and 4 picnic pavilions.
20.7 Miles
With panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Ebb Tide Park offers visitors a beach for swimming and grass areas for general recreation. The beach is surrounded by cliffs where visitors can enjoy a picnic or simply take in the views.
20.9 Miles
River Park Paintball provides an affordable, fun atmosphere with a friendly staff that welcomes players who are ready to compete against one another in a paintball fight. Birthday parties, private parties, and special events can also be booked.
21.1 Miles
The Lompoc Aquatic Center is a large indoor recreation complex that features a pool with lap swim area, diving area, and shallow play area, as well as a play structure.
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The Artesia School Museum is a fully restored, historic one-room schoolhouse. It was used from 1876 to 1961 and saw students from first to eighth grades attend at the same time.