- The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near El Cajon, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Go Karts.
- From The Water Conservation Garden to Wells Park Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Cajon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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A popular location for hiking in Poway, Iron Mountain is favorited by locals and their dogs. The mountain offers a moderate hiking trail with a steep incline that takes to you to the summit.
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A neighborhood park, Hilleary Park features soccer fields along with tennis and basketball courts. The park also offers two children's playgrounds, restroom facilities, paved walking paths, picnic tables, shade trees and picnic shelters.
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Poway Fun Bowl offers typical aged bowling alley, without high end bar, good-looking staff, hipsters, or high-end pool tables for use. But, it has cheap beer and drinks, karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights in the bar, and the hourly pool tables in the arcade for those with minors.
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1055 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
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As a concert venue, House Of Blues features live entertainment from nationally recognized musicians to local performers. The venue also host a Sunday Gospel Brunch featuring Southern food and gospel music.
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As a railroad museum, National City Depot features both indoor and outdoor exhibits displaying artifacts like rail cars, miniature trains, and more. Visitors can also explore the interior of a vintage streetcar.
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A residential park, Starridge Park features a basketball court and open field areas that can be used for sports like football and soccer. The park also provides a playground, picnic tables and barbeque grills.
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A peninsula bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Point Loma is the heart of the San Diego Bay. As the first landing point of European discoverers, there is plenty to see and learn about the history of our country.
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Guests can see life as it once was in the early 20th century at Old Poway Park. This destination features multiple historic buildings, train rides, a heritage museum and a park that if often used for picnics.
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Enjoyed by both adults and children, the Poway-Midland Railroad is a railway that takes guests through Old Poway Park. Guests board a vintage train that rides along antique railing equipment that offers a traditional locomotive experience.
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785 E Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913
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A multipurpose athletics and fitness facility, Veteran's Park Recreation Center offers a variety of programs and classes, including youth sports, senior programs, aerobics, dance, and arts and crafts. The center has a variety of sports facilities.