- The list below includes 175 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Cruz, California, including 101 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, Fishing and Walking Trails.
- From West Cliff Drive to Wilder Ranch State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Cruz and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cupertino, Capitola, Aptos and Saratoga.
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San Mateo's Beresford Park is a municipal park that offers a variety of amenities. The park has baseball, basketball, and tennis facilities, public restrooms, a playground, a skating area, and a community garden.
42.2 Miles
Located on a 153-acre campus, the College of San Mateo is a higher education facility that features more than 20 student clubs and serves 10,000 students. The college also provides transfer services, cultural activities, and employment assistance.
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4525 Dyer Street, Union City, CA 94587
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Providing recreational opportunities, Veteran's Memorial Park - Hall Ranch has tennis courts, baseball fields, and walking paths for the community to enjoy. The park hosts festivals and other community events on a yearly basis.
42.3 Miles
A somewhat secluded white sand beach, Roosevelt Beach State Beach features scenic views of the Pacific as well as surfing and swimming opportunities. The beach has picnic tables and rest room facilities.
42.3 Miles
Union City's Contempo Park features a variety of amenities, including two baseball fields with bleachers for seating, a basketball court, and playground areas with climbing structures. The park also has picnic areas.
42.5 Miles
The historic Old Coast Road begins in Monterey and officially ends in Morro Bay. It is a popular scenic driving route for those wanting to see the variations along the coast and has recently become an adventurous biking trail.
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Serving as a small park in a quiet residential neighborhood, Union Landing Park has two playgrounds with one for toddlers and the other for older children. There are also six picnic tables with adjoining barbeque grills.
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Marsh Hawk Rd At Dowe Avenue, Union City, CA 94587
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William Cann Neighborhood Park offers a range of recreational activities including a skate park. The park also features basketball, a lagoon, play area with a small tot play structure, swings, a hanging balance beam and ample grass areas for picnics.
42.5 Miles
A shady neighborhood park with grassy open areas and picnic areas with barbecue grills, Mariner Park also features a playground with play structures, a basketball court, and fitness training stations.
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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.