- The list below includes 884 free or cheap things to do in or near Altadena, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bike Paths and Mountains.
- From Inspiration Point via Castle Canyon to Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Altadena and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale and Cerritos.
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The Deukmejian Wilderness Park is a rugged 709-acre site that is home to chaparral, sage scrub and secluded woodlands that are home to various species of wildlife. The area is relatively undisturbed except for the designated picnic spots and walking paths.
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With 13 developed acres, Monrovia Library Park is a sizeable place to spend a sunny afternoon. The park features a band shell performance area for local events and ADA approved drinking fountains.
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With more than 40 miles of hiking land, the Big Santa Anita Canyon features many waterfalls and peaks that provide scenic views. Hikers often get to see packs of animals as well as large patches of wildflowers.
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The 7.9-acre Fremont Park features a basketball court, volleyball court, 8 tennis courts, 4 horseshoes courts, picnic areas, a playground and wading pool. The park is also a popular spot for playing chess and cards.
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410 S Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
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With LFX, digital 3DX, and regular screen options, guests at Krikorian Premiere Theatres Monrovia Cinema can choose their screening experience. The theater offers the most popular blockbusters and even select independent films.
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Accessible by mountain road, Trask Scout Reservation is a campground with a dining hall, pool, outdoor amphitheater, and archery range. The camp is nestled in the San Gabriel Mountains and provides visitors with a scenic view of the wilderness.
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Considered to be the largest park in the city, Rosemead Park offers three playground areas, a swimming pool, several picnic shelters with barbeque grills, baseball fields, and restroom facilities. The park is also home to a well-used half-mile walking trail.
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Monrovia Canyon Park was first opened in 1911 and offers three trail heads that are open year-round and lead to Monrovia Falls. There is also a renovated cabin that provides 1,200 square feet of private event space.
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Located within the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Monrovia Falls is a two-tiered waterfall that was once about 30 ft. in height. Visitors commonly enjoy walking through the park's nature trails when seeing the falls.
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9155 E Mission Drive, Rosemead, CA 91770
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Open in the summer for public swim, Rosemead Aquatic Center Pool offers day passes to those visiting the area. The pool features picnic accommodations, water slides, interactive water play and an indoor locker room and shower facility.