Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Rafael, CA

  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
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24.6 Miles
93% 80 votes
Parks Sharp Park Golf Crse & Moris Point Road, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
The wetland based Mori Point offers 32 acres of revived native habitat along the rugged coastline. The terrain itself is varied, and there are multiple trails ranging from a simple half-mile walk to a more challenging mile and a half hike.
24.6 Miles
67% 15 votes
Bike Paths Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 MoreLess Info
Running along a canal, Contra Costa Canal Trail is a horseshoe-shaped, paved trail measuring 13.8 miles. It intersects other regional trails and can be used for biking, walking, horseback riding and viewing of wildlife that frequent the canal.
24.8 Miles
75% 8 votes
Parks 480 St. Marys Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
The Lafayette Community Park features both a soccer field and a baseball field for groups that wish to play a game. The location also contains a playground and a picnic area.
24.8 Miles
88% 82 votes
Hiking Trails Sneath Ln & Amador Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
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.
24.8 Miles
89% 18 votes
Walking Trails Crystal Springs Road, Skyline Blvd, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
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.
24.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Mori Point Road, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Sharp Park/Mori Point is a 2-mile trail that is family friendly and dog friendly that can be used for running, walking, or mountain biking. Mori Point is an overlook that sits above Sharp Park Beach.
24.9 Miles
88% 56 votes
Children's Play Area 544 San Mateo Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
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.
24.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Swimming Pool 468 Boyd Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 MoreLess Info
With seven lanes to choose from, Pleasant Hill Aquatics offers visitors a lap pool for swimming laps and cooling off in the sun. Visitors can reserve the patio for private events like birthday parties.
25.0 Miles
88% 259 votes
Natural History Museums 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek, CA MoreLess Info
Not only a monument of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, Lindsay Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek, California provides an interactive experience for all visitors. With over 25 live animal presentations, historical exhibits, and children's classes, it is a wonderful learning experience.
25.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Cherry Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
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.
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