Free & Cheap Things to Do in El Monte, CA

  • The list below includes 1139 free or cheap things to do in or near El Monte, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Badminton, Bike Paths and Billiards/Pool Halls.
  • From Gibson Mariposa Park to San Gabriel River Bike Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Monte and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
  • The list below includes 1139 free or cheap things to do in or near El Monte, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Badminton, Bike Paths and Billiards/Pool Halls.
  • From Gibson Mariposa Park to San Gabriel River Bike Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Monte and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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45.8 Miles
77% 140 votes
Historic Sites 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
The Ocean Institute features 61 immersion-style programs that offer guests the chance to learn about marine science and the environment. The location offers access to a gift shop for those who wish to purchase souvenirs.
45.8 Miles
72% 29 votes
Beaches Dana Point Harbor, 34551 Puerto Place, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Located along the Dana Point Harbor, the Baby Beach of Dana Point is a waveless beach designated for swimming. Visitors also commonly enjoy using paddle boards, kayaks, or having picnics at the beach.
45.8 Miles
65% 20 votes
Trampoline Parks 1101 California Street, Redlands, CA 92374 MoreLess Info
Offering 17,000-square-feet of jumping space, Big Air Trampoline Park provides trampoline-related activities including slam dunk basketball, dodgeball, foam pits and open jump. The park has a restaurant with televisions, a rock climbing wall and party facilities.
45.9 Miles
63% 52 votes
National & State Parks 14651 Cedar Circle, Hesperia, CA MoreLess Info
The Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area features hiking trails, swimming beaches and designated areas for fishing, water-skiing and boating. In addition, there are also picnic spots as well as a marina with a store and equipment rentals.
45.9 Miles
86% 14 votes
Paddleboarding 34451 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1987, Westwind Sailing works in partnership with the Orange County Sailing & Event Center to teach safe and responsible boating and sailing techniques to the public. The group offers a variety of sailing classes.
45.9 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.
45.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Architectural Buildings 10177 Baldy Lane, Hesperia, CA 92345 MoreLess Info
Cal Earth Homes are a group of prototype structures designed for environmental harmony that together constitute an architectural wonder. People can only visit during monthly open houses or via reserved personal tour.
46.0 Miles
66% 439 votes
National & State Parks Del Obispo and Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
At Doheny State Beach, visitors can go swimming, surfing, hiking, biking, fishing, and geocaching. The location also offers access to interpretive exhibits, a visitor center, exhibits, and a picnic area.
46.0 Miles
89% 61 votes
National & State Parks 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
Spread over 8,000 acres, the Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park is situated within the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park offers a Nature Center, bike trails, horseback riding trails, children's playground, and hiking trails.
46.0 Miles
Enjoyed by both adults and kids, the San Bernardino Country Museum features an array of exhibits focused on natural history and California culture. The museums exhibits include a live animal discovery center, a fossil exhibit and the Gerald A. Smith Hall of Anthropology.
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