- The list below includes 732 free or cheap things to do in or near San Carlos, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Trampoline Parks, Aviation Museums and Children's Play Area.
- From Burton Park to Laurel Street Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Carlos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
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5.9 Miles
At over 6 miles, Sawyer Camp Trail is a favorite for locals to enjoy scenic views or a bit of exercise. The paved rolling path is perfect for joggers and bikers, as well as those interested in breath-taking photo opportunities.
5.9 Miles
96%
26 votes
Skyline Blvd & Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94096
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The Sawyer Camp Trail is a segment of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail and is designated for bicyclists, hikers, joggers and equestrians. The best known trail in San Mateo County, Sawyer Camp is about six miles in length.
5.9 Miles
91%
272 votes
Crystal Springs Rd & Skyline Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401
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A popular paved trail wide enough for two-way traffic, Sawyer Camp Trail at Crystal Springs Reservoir is designed for hikers, joggers, and bicyclists, and horseback riders. The trail features restrooms at either end as well as picnic areas.
6.3 Miles
87%
252 votes
1961 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401
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Visitors enjoy picnicking, swimming, bicycling, and boating at Coyote Point Recreation Area. The Magic Mountain Playground is a castle theme with a large dragon feature, making it one of the most fun playgrounds in the country!
6.4 Miles
Allied Arts Guild is an event space and botanical gardens, with beautiful architecture and many art shops as well. The venue is a popular wedding destination and there are docent-led garden tours almost daily.
6.4 Miles
Highlighted by a natural wooded area and picturesque lake, Sharon Park offers visitors a place to play and relax. The nearly 10-acre facility features a picnic area, playground, walking path and shaded seating areas.
6.4 Miles
Offering recreation for both humans and dogs, Willow Oaks Park features an open play field, tennis court and playground. An off-leash dog park offers dogs and their owners an opportunity for socialization and exercise.
6.5 Miles
Outside of the Half Moon Bay store you will find the Dinosaurs of Spanish Town. A collection of large metal dinosaur sculptures that are perfect for a photo op with the children.
6.5 Miles
90%
881 votes
680 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304
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Palo Alto's finest mall is The Stanford Shopping Center. The complex includes major clothing retailers, sourvenir shops, department stores, a hair salon and a variety of restaurants in its food court.
6.5 Miles
85%
33 votes
80 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
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Visitors can enjoy a self-guided walking tour at Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens. Complete with hundreds of different trees, flowers and plants, this facility is where the editors and staff of the magazine test out of all their revolutionary gardening ideas.