Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lake Forest, CA

  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
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Sandwiches and plates piled with sliced beef brisket, tender pork ribs, and spicy cheddar sausages slow-smoked in-house
10.1 Miles
Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates the early culture of Orange County, California and the Native American inhabitants. The mission offers guided tours and hands-on activities that include basket weaving, koi feedings, adobe brick making and gold panning.
10.1 Miles
88% 121 votes
Beaches Newport Beach, CA 92663 MoreLess Info
Crystal Cove State Beach features three beach areas with access to coves and a 3.25 mile trail. Visitors can run, walk, jog and bike, and other activities include swimming, diving, fishing and enjoying the many tide pools.
10.1 Miles
84% 93 votes
Beaches Laguna Beach, CA 92652 MoreLess Info
El Moro Trails & Crystal Cove State Beach includes 3.5 miles of beach and trails ranging from 3 to 9 miles. The beach is popular with boarders, fisherman and kayakers while there are trails for novice and advanced hikers.
10.1 Miles
79% 67 votes
Parks 31131 S Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
Aliso Beach offers a range of water activities including swimming, skimboarding, surfing, skin diving and paddle boarding. The beach also features tidepool exploration as well as a tot lot for children.
10.2 Miles
83% 12 votes
Historic Homes 31831 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA MoreLess Info
Built in the late 1800's the O'Neill Museum is a historic piece of San Juan Capistrano history. The house museum acts as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society Headquarters and houses the towns prominent documents, maps, photos and more.
10.2 Miles
81% 73 votes
Movie Theaters 26762 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
A cinema multiplex with a number of amenities, Regency Theatres in San Juan Capistrano is most notable for Rick's Cafe, a bar and restaurant on the premises. It shows first-run movies and offers specials and matinees.
10.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bike Paths San Juan Capistrano, CA MoreLess Info
San Juan Creek Trail is a multi-use hiking and biking trail open year round. The 6 mile trail offers both paved and more challenging dirt paths with hills and variable terrain, and runs past the town and alongside beachfront areas.
10.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 28411 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
Ivy Gate Farm is a premium hunter/jumper boarding and training facility. They offer individually-tailored programs for clients and their horses whether their preference is riding for pleasure or competing in the show ring.
10.2 Miles
88% 17 votes
Hiking Trails 22105 Paseo Del Sur, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
A moderately challenging hiking trail that leads hikers among the mansions of South Laguna Beach, the Valido Trail offers several stunning vistas and provides a brief but vigorous hiking workout.
10.2 Miles
100% 10 votes
Parks 31671 Isle Vista, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
More a trail than a park, Badlands Park is located atop a mountain and the walk offers views of beaches and the Pacific Ocean. The sandy hike can be undertaken with just sandals and is dog friendly.
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