- TripBuzz found 232 things to do with kids in or near San Marcos, California, including 215 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poway, Carlsbad, La Jolla and Santee.
- From Invasion Laser Tag to Liz Bolton Stables, the San Marcos area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Dog Park, Golf and Horseback Riding.
- Situated along Lake San Marcos, the city of San Marcos, California is an inland city in the states southern region. A tourist destination for lake activities and local attractions, its also popular for it's close proximity to beachside cities such as Carlsbad and Encinitas. The city is known for serving up some of the best cuisine in the county along Old California Restaurant Row.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.
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This 6-mile trail is not ideal for children or dogs due to the terrain, but Cedar Creek Falls will provide you with a challenging hike and the opportunity to visit the waterfall, dependent on the time of year.
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Slides, gold panning and trains with a 1 mile-long track make the Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine popular among the children.
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Historically significant for its gold rush in the 1800s, the Cuyamaca Mountains now provide hiking opportunities for visitors, with trails for many experience and age levels.
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28 Big Pinnacle Branch Rd, Julian, CA 25529
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In close proximity to the Little Coal River Campground, Hatfield & McCoy Trail Little Coal River features a trail system and a visitors center. The trails are suitable for use by ATVs, bikers, horse riders and hikers.
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820 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672
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Surfboard Rentals & Surf Lessons San Clemente is a surfing company that sells and rents softboards, epoxy boards, and fiberglass surfboards. The company also offers private surfing lessons to people of all abilities.
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An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
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Specializing in horse training, Integrity Stables offers visitors 90 minute horseback riding lessons where they can learn the basics of riding and horse care. The stables feature child friendly horses that are calm and patient.
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Pacific Coast Highway and Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA
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The San Clemente North Beach provides a variety of amenities such as lifeguards, a food stand, playground, snorkel/boogey board rentals, showers, and volleyball. The beach is accessible via the Amtrak/Metro station and has a paid parking lot.