Free & Cheap Things to Do in Desert Hot Springs, CA

  • The list below includes 101 free or cheap things to do in or near Desert Hot Springs, California, including 81 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Movie Theaters.
  • From Wardman Park to Public Tennis Courts, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Desert Hot Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, Idyllwild and Palm Desert.
  • The list below includes 101 free or cheap things to do in or near Desert Hot Springs, California, including 81 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Movie Theaters.
  • From Wardman Park to Public Tennis Courts, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Desert Hot Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, Idyllwild and Palm Desert.
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49.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 5500 University Parkway, Cal State University, San Bernardino, CA 92407 MoreLess Info
The Coussoulis Arena is a sporting events facility that is also used as a center for the performing arts. The arena can be used for a variety of special occasions including graduations and basketball games.
49.3 Miles
92% 12 votes
Canyon Borrego Mountain Wash, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 MoreLess Info
Beginning with a narrow opening that might be a bit snug for larger visitors, Slot Canyon offers scenic hikes and remarkable views. The canyon is suitable for trail biking and rock climbing.
49.6 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.
49.9 Miles
76% 42 votes
History Museums 3580 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501 MoreLess Info
The Riverside Metropolitan Museum contains a variety of exhibits, including the 'Along the Santa Ana' exhibit. The location also features a Nature Lab and natural history, cultural, historical, and archival collections.
49.9 Miles
88% 17 votes
Race Tracks 12685 Holly Street, Riverside, CA 92509 MoreLess Info
Featuring five racing tracks on its property, Milestone Ranch MX Park provides visitors with tracks ranging from beginner to advanced levels. The park hosts a variety of amateur and professional motocross racing events that are open to the public.
50.0 Miles
74% 43 votes
Specialty Museums 3824 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92501 MoreLess Info
Affiliated with the University of California, Riverside, the California Museum of Photography offers rotating exhibits for visitors to enjoy. The site also contains a permanent collection of photographic works and tools that were used to create photographs.
50.0 Miles
64% 53 votes
Restaurants 3663 Main St., Riverside, CA 92501 MoreLess Info
The Gourmet Detective is a high-end, award-winning mystery dinner theatre. Themed characters, dressed to the nines, greet diners and present a night full of food, mystery and interactive fun.
50.0 Miles
89% 207 votes
History Museums 3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501 MoreLess Info
The Mission Inn Museum stands to preserve the culture and history of the Mission Inn, Riverside and the surrounding California communities. The museum highlights artifacts, photography and paintings from the areas artisans as well as a quaint gift shop.
50.0 Miles
80% 44 votes
Parks 2241 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501 MoreLess Info
Fairmount Park is a public park that offers a number of facilities and amenities for its guests to use. These include a playground, tennis courts, picnic areas, fishing access at local lakes, and a nine-hole golf course.
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