Free & Cheap Things to Do in Poway, CA

  • The list below includes 288 free or cheap things to do in or near Poway, California, including 91 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Walking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Mount Woodson Trail to Old Poway Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Poway and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego and Santee.
  • The list below includes 288 free or cheap things to do in or near Poway, California, including 91 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Walking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Mount Woodson Trail to Old Poway Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Poway and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego and Santee.
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39.1 Miles
87% 70 votes
Movie Theaters 26463 Ynez Road, Temecula, CA 92591 MoreLess Info
Temecula’s Temeku Cinemas is part of the Tristone Cinema chain of discount movie theaters. The theater shows a combination of second-run Hollywood films and classic movies, and is available for group rentals.
39.4 Miles
52% 109 votes
Movie Theaters 40750 Winchester Road, Temecula, CA 92591 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an IMAX 3D auditorium, Edwards Temecula Stadium 15 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, mobile ticketing and a snack bar with food and drinks.
40.2 Miles
69% 32 votes
Race Tracks 41810 Mcalby Court, Murrieta, CA 92562 MoreLess Info
The Pole Position Raceway accommodates competitive go-kart racers of all ages. The facilities are state-of-the-art and fume free. Walk-in visitors are welcome, in addition to reserved birthday parties, team building, and other private events.
40.7 Miles
100% 35 votes
Walking Trails San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
Considered to be one of the most prominent rail-trails in the area, the San Clemente Beach Trail hugs the ocean shoreline and is situated next to the Amtrak rail line. The trail has a boardwalk-style bridge over sensitive beach habitat near the Pier Bowl trailhead.
41.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Co Hwy S22, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 MoreLess Info
Despite its somewhat unsettling name, Hellhole Canyon is actually a quite scenic hiking destination. A six mile round trip hike, the trail through Hellhole Canyon culminates at a 24 foot waterfall, an anomaly in this desert setting.
41.6 Miles
60% 5 votes
Playgrounds Corner of Murrieta Hot Springs Rd & Whitewood Road, Murrieta, CA 92562 MoreLess Info
Firefighters Park offers a variety of recreational activities including two half basketball courts that are slanted. There is a sand volleyball court, an open field that is often used for pee-wee football and freeze-tag along with a mini-water park.
41.8 Miles
98% 589 votes
National & State Parks 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 MoreLess Info
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a great place to explore the desert and all the amazing rock formations. The park has many interesting hiking trails and a visitor center with its informative exhibits and helpful staff. Camping is available at the parking with RVs, hook-ups or tents.
42.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mountains Borrego Springs, CA MoreLess Info
Granite Mountain area includes a few old gold mines that you can explore. Great paths for 4x vehicles.
42.0 Miles
55% 11 votes
Waterfalls Cleveland Forest Rd, Murrieta, CA MoreLess Info
At Tenaja Falls, travelers can go day hiking or horse riding through a scenic location. The half-hour trail offers views of the waterfall, but hikers should be wary of the nearby poison oak.
42.1 Miles
83% 12 votes
Walking Trails Borrego Springs, CA MoreLess Info
The Yaqui Well is a scenic desert site that features a well-marked trail and nearby camp grounds. The site is a popular destination for bird watching, and is purportedly home to the legendary Ghost Dancers.
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