- The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Joshua Tree, California, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Art Gallery, Art Museum and Specialty Museums.
- From Joshua Tree Adventures - Day Tours to Carey's Castle, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Joshua Tree and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Cathedral City.
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Known as the first California museum to be founded by Native Americans, Malki Museum Inc. provides learning opportunities for those who wish to know more about Southern California Indian cultures. The location's collection includes art and historical artifacts.
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130 N San Gorgonio Avenue, Banning, CA 92220
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The Banning Center For The Arts is a fine arts center and gallery that features rotating exhibits of art from its permanent collection as well as visiting exhibits. The center also hosts a variety of classes.
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At the Fox Cineplex Theatres, guests can enjoy the latest movie releases on Sony Digital Cinema 4K Projection screens. The location is known for its intimate setting and affordable ticket prices.
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Big Bear Marina is a public marina that rents out fishing boats and pontoon boats that can accommodate up to 12 people at a time. The company sits next to Big Bear Lake, which stretches 7-miles in length.
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800 Wildrose Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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Open in both the warmer and cooler months, Alpine Slide At Magic Mountain provides visitors with a fun and memorable bobsled experience. Guests are chairlifted to the top of the slide and slide down the exciting quarter mile track.
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40375 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy three hours of lake time aboard tournament style bass boats or pontoons (for catching rainbow trout) with licensed, experienced guides through Big Bear Charter Fishing. Drinks, snacks and all fishing gear are provided.
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Riverside County Playground Drive off 243 Highway, Idyllwild, CA
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Featuring forest terrain, Idyllwild County Park is situated on 202 acres and offers visitors access to a nature center as well as hiking and biking trails. The park has picnic areas, an amphitheater and 88 campsites with fire rings.
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Idyllwild Park
54000 Riverside County Playground Rd., Idyllwild, CA 92549
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With over 200 acres of forests and open space, Idyllwild Park has areas for both day use and camping. The park offers scenic views, hiking on five trails, and rock climbing on enormous granite boulders.
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40101 Mill Creek Rd, San Bernardino National Forest, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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At Aspen Glen Picnic Area, visitors can enjoy a scenic picnic among the pine trees with views of the surrounding mountain. During the winter, the picnic area becomes a prime sledding location for visitors.
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26375 State Hwy 243, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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Situated on 50 acres of wilderness, Idyllwild Pines Camp & Conference Center hosts a Christian camp for kids of all ages. Campers get to sleep in a cabin and go through activities in the recreation area.