Free & Cheap Things to Do in Dana Point, CA

  • The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Dana Point, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Paddleboarding and Hiking Trails.
  • From Salt Creek Beach to Dana Point Harbor, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dana Point and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach and San Clemente.
  • The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Dana Point, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Paddleboarding and Hiking Trails.
  • From Salt Creek Beach to Dana Point Harbor, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dana Point and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach and San Clemente.
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15.0 Miles
40% 322 votes
Fishing 309 Palm Ave., Suite F, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Newport Landing Sportfishing offers open party, charter, day fishing, and overnight fishing trips through the Catalina Island, San Clemente Island, Laguna Beach, and Long Beach areas. The location also sells fishing goods at its tackle shop.
15.0 Miles
82% 120 votes
Movie Theaters 4245 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.
15.3 Miles
96% 180 votes
Paddleboarding 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
Pirate Coast Paddle Company offers kids camps and private lessons for those who wish to learn the art of paddle boarding. The location also offers other adventures, including Yoga on the Water and 'Wild Wednesday Sup and Sip'.
15.3 Miles
92% 51 votes
Parks 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
William R. Mason Regional Park offers a wide range of recreational amenities. These include baseball fields, bicycle trails, model sail boating, playground and tot lot, family picnic area, a fitness/par course and an amphitheater.
15.4 Miles
88% 33 votes
Parks 600 Shellmaker Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
At Upper Newport Bay Regional Park, visitors can go riding, jogging, or skating. Not only is the site suitable for a picnic lunch, but the location also offers an opportunity to view migrating birds.
15.4 Miles
92% 63 votes
Bike Paths 600 Shellmaker Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
Newport Beach's Back Bay Loop Trail is a ten and a half mile hiking trail that offers scenic views. The trail is accessible from a number of points, many of which are connected with local sights and educational attractions.
15.6 Miles
94% 49 votes
Kayaking 100 N Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
At Southwind Kayak Center Rental Base, visitors can choose from single or double kayaks to take out to the bay. While paddling, visitors will receive views of the ocean and the yachts docked at nearby piers.
15.7 Miles
81% 32 votes
Movie Theaters 4626 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA MoreLess Info
Starplex cinemas in Irvine, California offer 11 movie screens and discount movie tickets. For those looking for a place to through a party, they also have rooms they rent out for kids parties.
15.7 Miles
98% 44 votes
Parks 20 Lake Road, Irvine, CA 92604 MoreLess Info
Woodbridge Community Park is approximately 22 acres and has an amphitheater, a multi-use building, ample picnic areas, barbecues, fountains and restrooms. Their sports facilities include lighted basketball and volleyball courts.
15.8 Miles
88% 411 votes
Movie Theaters 4626 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 MoreLess Info
As a discount theater, Woodbridge 5 offers two dollar tickets for movies playing on its second run. The concession stand serves refreshments and snacks, offering one free refill per drink.
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