- The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlsbad, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Beaches, Dog Park and Parks.
- From Carlsbad State Beach to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlsbad and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Escondido.
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37.9 Miles
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21131 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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While the Oso Lake Scout Camp caters mostly to Scout groups, the facility is still open for public rentals and camping. The lake offers catch-and-release bass fishing, rowing, and canoeing along with large open camping areas near the shore.
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Westridge Park is a popular outdoor space for people to walk their dogs while enjoying views of the nearby canyon. Standard park facilities like jungle gyms, swings, benches, and an open play area are also offered.
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Situated on 4.5 acres, Cherry Park features a basketball court and open turf areas suitable for picnics, sports and other recreational activities. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic tables, a paved walking path and barbeque grills.
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Pinecrest Park is an ideal place for those seeking a little bit of everything so that everyone in the family can have a great time in the outdoors. This park features sports fields, playgrounds, a wilderness area, trails, and more.
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Extensive beach fronts are featured within Silver Strand State Beach, including beaches along San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean. There is a large on-site parking lot, restrooms, and several pedestrian tunnels for those wanting to access different parts of the park.
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Crown Cove Aquatic Center of Southwestern College
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5000 State Hwy 75, Coronado, CA 92118
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Located on the campus of Southwestern College, Crown Cove Aquatic Center of Southwestern College features a wide range of aquatic activities, including stand up paddle boarding, surfing, and sailing. The facility offers and array of lessons and programs.
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Aliso Creek Bikeway, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Open to hikers and mountain bikers, Aliso Creek Regional Trail offers visitors a scenic nature trail with views of the surrounding hills. On the trail, visitors can spot wildlife like ducks, lizards, and rabbits.
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With walking paths and a children's area, Lakepoint Park offers views of Lake Elsinore. Facilities at the park include restrooms, picnic tables, barbeque areas, two softball fields, and a soccer field.
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1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista, CA
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Visitors of the Living Coast Discovery Center will be able to view a variety of animals, including reptiles, raptors, turtles, and sharks. The location also hosts day camps and overnight guest adventures.
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Open during Halloween season, Pumpkin Station has a pumpkin patch as well as children's attractions including a Ferris wheel, giant slide, mini slide, play center, train ride and petting zoo. They also offer 3 hour private parties.