- The list below includes 182 free or cheap things to do in or near Petaluma, California, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Specialty Shops and Hiking Trails.
- From Helen Putnam Park to Shollenberger Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Petaluma and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bodega Bay, Novato, San Rafael and Vallejo.
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With its 1,200 foot summit, Sweeney Ridge is a popular hiking and mountain biking location with a paved road and many features to explore off-trail. The area is home to wildlife including hawks, deer and even mountain lions.
43.5 Miles
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Crystal Springs Road, Skyline Blvd, San Bruno, CA 94066
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The Crystal Springs Walking Trail is a part of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail designated for hikers, joggers and equestrians. The trail offers views of the Upper Crystal Springs Reservoir and connects several other trails in the area.
43.5 Miles
Thrasher Park is a community park that includes six barbecue pits, six picnic tables, a tot lot, trash receptacles, and a softball field. The park also is the home of a skateboarding park and a historical railway society building.
43.5 Miles
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35 votes
Lundy Way & Rifle Range Road, Pacifica, CA 94044
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With San Francisco Archers, visitors can learn the basic techniques behind the sport of archery. The organization also hosts tournaments and yearly competitions where experienced archers work to hit challenging targets.
43.6 Miles
Las Trampas Stables offers equestrian boarding, training, and lessons for ages 5 to adult at their full service stables. Birthday parties, day camps, and group-classes are available. Staffed by live-in ranch-hands the stable offers all needed amenities for stabling.
43.7 Miles
As an indoor playground, Diddalidoo offers children slides, mats, inflatable balls, and other obstacles to climb over. The gym regularly hosts music and play sessions for children, as well as parenting workshops.
43.7 Miles
87%
68 votes
18012 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94583
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Managed by the East Bay Parks District, Las Trampas Regional Wildnerness caters mainly to hikers and horseback riders with its over 5,000 acres of marked and unmarked trails. The site also features picnic areas and a stable for boarding horses.
43.7 Miles
Rockaway Beach is a plaza that includes stores such as gift shops, professional offices, a gas station, and several restaurants. The area also has a UPS store, workout facilities, and a tire service area.
43.8 Miles
Grundy Park is named after San Bruno's first Mayor. The park features a large open lawn area, two play areas, one picnic site available for reservation as well as a public restroom.
43.8 Miles
82%
61 votes
North end of Neptune Drive, San Leandro, CA 94577
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The Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline is a community park that is home to wildlife such as Marsh Hawks, Red-tailed hawks, and shorebirds. The park supports activities such as picnicking, walking, running, and biking.