Free & Cheap Things to Do in Encinitas, CA

  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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13.9 Miles
36% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 3485 N Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 MoreLess Info
Camulos Farm offers a wide range of services for both horse and rider. Camulos provides lessons and amenities for beginners to the most advanced riders and features BBQ's and Barn Days for all patrons.
14.1 Miles
88% 17 votes
Bike Paths College Blvd & N River Road, Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
San Luis Rey River Trail is a 7.2 mile bicycle trail that is also open to pedestrians including hikers, runners, dog walkers and roller-bladers. The trail is free of stop signs and traffic lights and separate from motor traffic.
14.3 Miles
96% 346 votes
Beaches 6800 Neptune Place, La Jolla, CA 92083 MoreLess Info
Windansea Beach often has great surfing conditions. Therefore, it often serves as the homeport for some of surfers very best athletes including Joey Cabell, Pat Curren, Mike Diffenderfer, Chris O'Rourke, Mickey Munoz and Butch Van Artsdalen. Swimmers can swim in the lifeguard protected area.
14.3 Miles
33% 3 votes
Parks Valle Verde & Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
A small park distinguished by a creek running along its edge, Valle Verde Park features sports fields, a playground for younger kids with play structures and swings, and picnic and cookout areas.
14.4 Miles
49% 65 votes
Movie Theaters 431 College Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
Oceanside's Carmike Cinemas is a branch of the Carmike Cinemas movie theater franchise. It screens first-run Hollywood movies in theaters with digital video and sound, and offers a variety of promotions and specials.
14.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 14795 Silverset Street, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Silverset Neighborhood Park is a public park tucked into a residential neighborhood that offers a playground and softball field for local resident use. The park also has a popular running and walking track that circuits one section of the area.
14.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks Carriage Road, Poway, CA 92067 MoreLess Info
A residential park, Starridge Park features a basketball court and open field areas that can be used for sports like football and soccer. The park also provides a playground, picnic tables and barbeque grills.
15.2 Miles
54% 37 votes
Dog Park 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Nearly two acres of land are available at the Poway Dog Park. The site has three individual fenced-in areas that lets dogs run and play freely off their leashes along with a water faucet for the dogs and picnic tables.
15.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Poway's Community Park features large green spaces and two good sized playgrounds with a variety of play equipment for kids. The park also features picnic tables and restrooms that are open to the public.
15.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails Twin Peaks Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Twin Peaks Trail offers a short, easy hike to the residents of Poway. The trail is set in a desert landscape and features tall trees, mountain views and a bridge.
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