Free & Cheap Things to Do in El Cajon, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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27.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
Farms & Ranches 17550 Harrison Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
Kenner Horse Ranch offers horseback rides for one to two hours, either on the trails of their 200 acre ranch or elsewhere during multi-day riding trips. Deer, bobcats, turkeys, hawks and owls can be spotted on their ranch.
27.7 Miles
92% 132 votes
Parks 4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
William Heise State Park covers 929 acres and has on its site 103 campsites, two playgrounds, and wilderness cabins, among others. Wildlife and bird watchers have plenty of opportunities of spotting the local fauna.
27.8 Miles
82% 126 votes
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Cinepolis

Movie Theaters 6941 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009 MoreLess Info
Cinepolis is a luxury theater in Carlsbad. Enjoy a relaxing dinner in their dining area, and watch a movie in their comfortable sofa chairs.
27.8 Miles
57% 426 votes
Movie Theaters 6941 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009 MoreLess Info
Featuring a number of luxury amenities, the Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is a movie theater that provides a comfortable and memorable movie viewing experience. The theater offers leather reclining seats, full-service in-theater dining, and a full bar menu.
27.9 Miles
56% 16 votes
Dog Park San Marcos, CA 92069 MoreLess Info
The Hollandia Dog Park is an off-leash recreational dog park that features two separate areas for big and small dogs. The park has benches, bowls of water, and a fence that surrounds the park.
28.1 Miles
76% 62 votes
Dog Park 6565 Alicante Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009 MoreLess Info
Located on 32 acres, Alga Norte Community Park features baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, a dog park and an aquatic center. The park also provides shaded picnic areas, barbecue grills, a skate park and paved walking paths.
28.1 Miles
95% 22 votes
Beaches 1700 Neptune Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by cliffs, Grandview Beach is a local surfing spot with opportunities for volleyball, picnics, and body boarding. It has a wooden overlook where visitors can take in views of the ocean and beach below.
28.3 Miles
83% 35 votes
Parks 3337 La Mirada Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078 MoreLess Info
Situated on 19 acres, Sunset Park - San Marcos features open green space along with facilities for volleyball, basketball, soccer and football. The park also provides a dog park, picnic areas, children's playgrounds, walking trails and an amphitheater.
28.5 Miles
100% 14 votes
Horseback Riding Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
28.6 Miles
57% 21 votes
Historic Sites 2129 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
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