Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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38.5 Miles
50% 12 votes
Tennis 22921 Ridge Route Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Lake Forest Beach & Tennis Club offers a range of recreational activities in addition to 6 fully fenced tennis courts. Amenities include 2 basketball courts, a volleyball court, a gym equipped with the basics, adults only pool and family pool.
38.6 Miles
80% 82 votes
Trampoline Parks 23251 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Big Air Trampoline Park is an indoor trampoline recreational facility. Along with a standard main court of wall to wall trampolines, the site has a climbing wall over a foam pit, dodgeball courts, and a play area specifically for toddlers.
38.6 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 21701 Pittsford Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Pittsford Park is a neighborhood park with amenities such as a covered picnic shelter and playground equipment. Other features include rolling green hills, a volleyball court, a walking/jogging path, and tennis courts.
38.6 Miles
65% 100 votes
Movie Theaters 3050 Plaza Bonita Road, National City, CA 91950 MoreLess Info
AMC Plaza Bonita 14 is a movie theater that has amenities including stadium seating, theatre rentals, and digital projection. The cinema also has closed captioning, assisted listening devices, and wheelchair access.
38.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Walking Trails Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA MoreLess Info
Outdoor time is on the menu at Serrano Creek Community Park. Located on the Serrano Creek trail, visitors enjoy walking, running and horseback riding. Tall trees provide shade for a picnic and being at one with nature.
38.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
Batting Cages 23200 Del Lago, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
Whether guests are part of a team or they just want some private practice, Pitch N' Hit Sports has the equipment needed with over 7,000 square feet of batting cages and a number of 3 Iron Mike pitching machines.
38.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 22201-22249 Barbera, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 MoreLess Info
The Santa Vittoria Park is a recreational outdoor park that features a tot lot, a sand volleyball court, and a handball court. The park also has walkways that can be used for running, walking, or biking.
39.0 Miles
60% 68 votes
Bowling 22771 Centre Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Forest Lanes is a bowling alley and lounge that offers open lanes for all ages. Daytime bowling is family friendly, while nights have live entertainment, cosmic bowling, or karaoke.
39.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 25550 Commercentre Dr, Ste 100, Lake Forest, CA 92630 MoreLess Info
Lake Forest Sports Park is a large 86 acre park with 57 acres dedicated to sports fields and a multi-functional center. Attractions include baseball diamonds, soccer fields, a recreation center, basketball courts, hiking trails, playgrounds, and a picnic area.
39.1 Miles
94% 995 votes
National & State Parks 8471 Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
In the Crystal Cove State Park, the visitor can either choose the trails from the 2,400 inland acres, or the 3,2 miles of shoreline for scuba-diving. The area is also popular among surfers.
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