- 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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Visitors can enjoy horseback riding on miles on scenic trails at Sycamore Trails Stables. The stable also provides instruction and training and features three lighted jumping areas with one area for beginners.
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A dog park with separate fenced areas for large dogs and small dogs, Laguna Niguel Dog Park offers large spaces for playing and socializing. Floored with wood chips rather than grass, the park offers water fountains, as well.
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With seven miles of coastal bluffs, Salt Creek Beach is a prime spot for surfing. The beach sees over 2 million visitors every year who enjoy the unparalleled waves and body surfing opportunities.
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There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.
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This 6-mile trail is not ideal for children or dogs due to the terrain, but Cedar Creek Falls will provide you with a challenging hike and the opportunity to visit the waterfall, dependent on the time of year.
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Slides, gold panning and trains with a 1 mile-long track make the Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine popular among the children.
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Historically significant for its gold rush in the 1800s, the Cuyamaca Mountains now provide hiking opportunities for visitors, with trails for many experience and age levels.
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28 Big Pinnacle Branch Rd, Julian, CA 25529
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In close proximity to the Little Coal River Campground, Hatfield & McCoy Trail Little Coal River features a trail system and a visitors center. The trails are suitable for use by ATVs, bikers, horse riders and hikers.