Free & Cheap Things to Do in Borrego Springs, CA

  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Borrego Springs, California, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Off Road & ATV, Canyon and Mountains.
  • From Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to Slot Canyon, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Borrego Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Julian.
  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Borrego Springs, California, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Off Road & ATV, Canyon and Mountains.
  • From Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to Slot Canyon, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Borrego Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Julian.
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37.8 Miles
94% 68 votes
National & State Parks Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
With plenty of hiking trails, a thriving desert vegetation, a visitor centre offering various recreational activities, Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are worth a visit. To avoid heat, it is best to visit during fall or spring.
37.8 Miles
30% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 34491 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234 MoreLess Info
A discount movie theater, Cinemark Movies 10 displays second-run movies in ten auditoriums using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers self-service ticketing, arcade games and a concession area with food and drinks.
37.9 Miles
90% 73 votes
Hiking Trails Valley Center Road, Escondido, CA MoreLess Info
With 20 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians, Daley Ranch comprises several natural habitats including grassland, coastal sage scrub, and oak woodlands, alongside historical buildings and views of Escondido.
38.3 Miles
96% 28 votes
Farms & Ranches 15602 Olde Highway 80, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Summers Past Farms is a privately owned herbal garden, gift shop and nursery. The grounds are well manicured and certified as a wildlife habitat. A Sweet Pea maze is featured and allows guests to walk amongst the blooms.
38.4 Miles
100% 9 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 26800 Saunders Meadow Road, Idyllwild, CA 92549 MoreLess Info
Idyllwild's AstroCamp offers one and two week programs that let kids learn about and experience some aspects of astronaut training. The camps are also focused on science education, allowing campers to look through powerful telescopes and participate in hands-on activities.
38.6 Miles
89% 19 votes
Dog Park 3450 E Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027 MoreLess Info
Home to stately shady trees, lush green grass land and picnic tables is Mayflower Dog Park. The park offers a safe, fenced in area for dogs to run and play off leash.
38.7 Miles
53% 118 votes
Landmarks Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 MoreLess Info
The Palm Springs Walk of Stars can be described as the desert version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Apart from the huge Marilyn Monroe statue which is the chief attraction of the place, there are also many restaurants and shops, both antique and new.
38.8 Miles
68% 22 votes
Parks 4365 Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
Demuth park is great for families and individuals alike. Many acres for picnicking, biking, birding, and relaxing.
38.9 Miles
77% 291 votes
Botanical Gardens 1701 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 MoreLess Info
Specializing in desert plants, Moorten Botanical Gardens houses over 3000 varieties of cactus, with plants grouped by geographical region.
38.9 Miles
95% 263 votes
Hiking Trails 14847-14909 California Hwy 67, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
A popular location for hiking in Poway, Iron Mountain is favorited by locals and their dogs. The mountain offers a moderate hiking trail with a steep incline that takes to you to the summit.
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