Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carson, CA

  • The list below includes 943 free or cheap things to do in or near Carson, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Playgrounds, Specialty Museums and Aquariums.
  • From Anderson Park to Dominguez Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Lakewood, Long Beach and Cerritos.
  • The list below includes 943 free or cheap things to do in or near Carson, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Playgrounds, Specialty Museums and Aquariums.
  • From Anderson Park to Dominguez Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Lakewood, Long Beach and Cerritos.
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42.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 31504 Avenida de Las Flores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
A sports complex, Trabuco Mesa Park features three tennis courts, four softball fields and a full basketball court. The park also has a children's playground and a picnic area with barbecue grills.
42.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 34400 Old Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Heritage Park lies along the ocean shore, sitting atop a small bluff and offering scenic views along with picnic areas. The park also features a dog park area and hosts a summer concert series each year.
42.2 Miles
Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates the early culture of Orange County, California and the Native American inhabitants. The mission offers guided tours and hands-on activities that include basket weaving, koi feedings, adobe brick making and gold panning.
42.2 Miles
83% 12 votes
Historic Homes 31831 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA MoreLess Info
Built in the late 1800's the O'Neill Museum is a historic piece of San Juan Capistrano history. The house museum acts as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society Headquarters and houses the towns prominent documents, maps, photos and more.
42.2 Miles
74% 246 votes
Movie Theaters 166 W Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy luxury seating, including select seating for those ages 21 and over along with an in house bar and restaurant at Muvico Theaters. The theater also has access to the mall, an arcade, and sideshow attractions.
42.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 1833 Corona Avenue, Norco, CA 92860 MoreLess Info
Featuring an equestrian training facility, Star Brite Riding Academy offers clinics and lessons for visitors wishing to learn the basics of horseback riding. The facility consists of jumping arenas, stalls, outdoor arenas, and a quarter mile track.
42.3 Miles
94% 105 votes
National & State Parks 401 West Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 MoreLess Info
The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area offers unique California experiences throughout the vast mountain range. Visitors traveling through the areas 500 miles of trails can access Malibu's beaches, cultural sites, Native American centers and more.
42.3 Miles
100% 35 votes
Paddleboarding 24707 Dana Drive, Dana Point, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
SUP Fitness Laguna offers paddle boarding lessons for those who wish to get on the water. Those who are interested in learning how to properly paddle across the waters may appreciate what this site has to offer.
42.3 Miles
81% 73 votes
Movie Theaters 26762 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
A cinema multiplex with a number of amenities, Regency Theatres in San Juan Capistrano is most notable for Rick's Cafe, a bar and restaurant on the premises. It shows first-run movies and offers specials and matinees.
42.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bike Paths San Juan Capistrano, CA MoreLess Info
San Juan Creek Trail is a multi-use hiking and biking trail open year round. The 6 mile trail offers both paved and more challenging dirt paths with hills and variable terrain, and runs past the town and alongside beachfront areas.
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