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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42.2 Miles
51% 308 votes
Parks Irvine, CA MoreLess Info
Orange County Great Park has a carousel and a number of other attractions for children. A place to spend some time with the family.
42.2 Miles
80% 129 votes
Specialty Museums 2201 South 'A' Street, P.O. Box 548, Perris, CA 92572 MoreLess Info
Preserving railroad history since 1956, the Orange Empire Railway Museum contains more than 200 train cars. Visitors can explore the 90 acres of trams, trains, and trolley's that helped shape the nation's history.
42.2 Miles
95% 59 votes
Beaches Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
Little Corona Del Mar Beach features rocky reefs on both sides that provide ample diving off points for snorkelers and scuba divers. The beach is also attractive for swimmers, joggers, picnickers and spear fishers.
42.2 Miles
86% 14 votes
Parks 1381 E Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913 MoreLess Info
Situated on 10.1 acres, Heritage Park features a recreation center along with a duck pond and facilities for basketball and soccer. The park also offers grass fields, a skate park, a children's playground and picnic areas.
42.3 Miles
90% 10 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932 MoreLess Info
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve has several hiking trails and also offers guided nature and bird walks. Their visitors center features nature exhibits and a gift shop, and guests can borrow binoculars there.
42.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Skate Parks 425 Imperial Beach Blvd, Imperial Beach, CA 91932 MoreLess Info
Open to the public for recreational activities, Imperial Beach Sports Park has amenities like multipurpose fields, barbecues, playgrounds, and more. The park has its own concrete skate park with bowls and ramps to skate.
42.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skate Parks 425 Imperial Beach Blvd, Imperial Beach, CA 91932 MoreLess Info
As a concrete skate park, Imperial Beach Skatepark has a variety of obstacles to skate on, from ramps to stairs. The park is situated next to a multipurpose grass field.
42.5 Miles
96% 141 votes
Parks Ocean Blvd & Heliotrope Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663 MoreLess Info
Inspiration Point offers a relaxing and tranquil place to watch boat traffic in the harbor and is a place to see high surf at the Wedge while enjoying a picnic or viewing the sunset.
42.6 Miles
33% 6 votes
Baseball Fields 2155 Trumble Road, Perris, CA 92571 MoreLess Info
A soccer and softball complex, Big League Dreams features replica fields including Yankee Stadium, Dodger Stadium, Fenway Park and Angel Stadium. The facility offers batting cages, a children's playground, bleacher seating, a restaurant and a concession stand.
42.7 Miles
81% 48 votes
Lake 2615 Angler Drive, Hemet, CA 92545 MoreLess Info
Diamond Valley Lake is one of the newest as well as the largest reservoirs in Southern California. The area is popular for its seasonal wildflower trail and the 13,500 acres of open space that is home at least 16 endangered or threatened native California bird, plant and animal species.
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