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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16.2 Miles
82% 39 votes
Walking Trails 14644 Lake Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Originally founded as a recreational site in 1972, Lake Poway Park focuses mostly on water-based activities in the lake like boating and fishing. The surrounding mountain areas in the park also feature hiking trails, picnic tables, and an archery range.
16.2 Miles
93% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 1204 Little Gopher Canyon Road, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
Quail Haven Farm is an equestrian facility that offers lessons and training in hunter / jumper riding for all ages and experience levels. The farm features both horses and ponies.
16.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 1204 Little Gopher Canyon Road, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
At Regency Show Stables, visitors can receive personalized instruction from an experienced horse trainer to learn how to care for and ride horses. The stables are home to horses suitable for riders of all skill levels.
16.5 Miles
65% 63 votes
Lake 1700 La Honda Drive, Escondido, CA 92027 MoreLess Info
Dixon Lake is available for hiking, camping and, of course, fishing. It also has lodging possibilities and it is the host of several festivals each year.
16.9 Miles
64% 76 votes
Paintball Camp Pendleton, 1700 Vandegrift Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92055 MoreLess Info
The Paintball Park at Camp Pendleton is a paintball facility that is open for walk-on games every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The park is open 7 days a week and can be rented for private parties and corporate events.
17.3 Miles
46% 57 votes
Bowling Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Poway Fun Bowl offers typical aged bowling alley, without high end bar, good-looking staff, hipsters, or high-end pool tables for use. But, it has cheap beer and drinks, karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights in the bar, and the hourly pool tables in the arcade for those with minors.
17.3 Miles
89% 19 votes
Dog Park 3450 E Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027 MoreLess Info
Home to stately shady trees, lush green grass land and picnic tables is Mayflower Dog Park. The park offers a safe, fenced in area for dogs to run and play off leash.
18.3 Miles
87% 1912 votes
Beaches Mission Boulevard at Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109 MoreLess Info
With a unique SoCal vibe, Mission Beach is called the west coast's Atlantic City. The area has hot dog stands, surfing, plenty of clean sand, street performance, and a lively night scene.
18.4 Miles
90% 73 votes
Hiking Trails Valley Center Road, Escondido, CA MoreLess Info
With 20 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians, Daley Ranch comprises several natural habitats including grassland, coastal sage scrub, and oak woodlands, alongside historical buildings and views of Escondido.
18.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 15015 Lucidi Farms Way, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility and show barn, Elite Show Stables offers training for both horse and rider in a competitive, focused environment. The stable offers care and coaching both under show circumstances and otherwise.
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