- The list below includes 67 free or cheap things to do in or near Modesto, California, including 62 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Parks and Family Fun Center.
- From Yosemite National Park to Graceada Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Modesto and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Turlock, Oakdale, Manteca and Tracy.
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48.3 Miles
14%
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Emerald Glen Park, 4201 Central Parkway, Dublin, CA 94568
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An annual festival celebrating local food, wine, and art, the Splatter Wine & Food Event features a tasting pavilion with vendors from a wide array of restaurants and live music. The event also features wine tasting and art on display.
48.4 Miles
Traditional features of an urban park like fishing and picnic areas are combined in the Ed Levin County Park with a complex wilderness trail system. Situated along 1,541 acres of land, the park even has an adjoining 18-hole golf course.
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19245 Malaguerra Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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Home to the largest reservoir in Santa Clara County, Anderson Lake County Park spans 3,144 acres and offers boating and fishing on the lake. There is a trail for hiking, biking and skating as well as picnic and barbeque facilities.
48.4 Miles
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Malaguerra & Morning Star Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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Coyote Creek Trail & Bike Path is a 15 mile paved trail. The trail is relatively flat with a few areas with slight gains in elevation. Those interested in bike riding, hiking, and scenic views may enjoy Coyote Creek Trail.
48.5 Miles
Emerald Glen Park offers various activities. There are two playgrounds, one for bigger children and the other for smaller kids. The park provides a skate park, basketball courts and a water park. There are also picnic areas and benches.
48.6 Miles
In addition to the locally grown tree-ripened fruit, Andry's Orchard also offers gourmet food items, confections, nuts and custom gift baskets. They also host seasonal events, including pumpkin patches and visits from Santa Claus.
48.6 Miles
The Chaparral Ranch is an equestrian farm that provides boarding services, horseback riding lessons, camps, and training. The facility offers trail rides that can last up to 2 hours long.
48.6 Miles
Located on the San Joaquin River, Lauritzen Yacht Harbor provides a 100 ft. long launch ramp for visitors to launch their boat from. The facilities includes a fish cleaning station, dry storage, and a security station.
48.7 Miles
Guests can enjoy a haunted theme park with 6 haunted attractions at Pirates of Emerson. The attractions consist of haunted mazes and houses, and the park also offers special events and other nightly entertainment.
48.7 Miles
A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Deer Valley 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, independent films, a game room and a snack bar with food and drinks.