Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lake Forest, CA

  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
  • The list below includes 547 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Forest, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Running/Jogging and Bowling.
  • From Pittsford Park to Baker Ranch Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Forest and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Garden Grove and Irvine.
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39.5 Miles
41% 46 votes
Dog Park 2nd Ave & Colorado Blvd, Arcadia, CA 91066 MoreLess Info
A part of the Eisenhower Community Park, Arcadia's Dog Park is a leash free dog park that spans 3/4 acre. The park offers separate fenced areas for small dogs and large dogs.
39.5 Miles
29% 7 votes
Children's Play Area 400 S Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
An indoor play area with separate zones for toddlers and for older children, the Westfield Family Play Area features large climbing and play structures. The play area is sanitized daily.
39.5 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 601 N. 2nd Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91006 MoreLess Info
Consisting of multipurpose fields, Eisenhower Memorial Park offers visitors opportunities for baseball, soccer, basketball, and more. There are several picnic areas and a bridge that leads to a dog park.
39.5 Miles
43% 7 votes
Dog Park Cawston Avenue, Hemet, CA 92545 MoreLess Info
Primarily a dirt and grass field, Oltman Dog Park provides a single fenced area for canine recreation. The park features a double-gated entrance, benches along the perimeter and a gazebo in the center of the park.
39.6 Miles
90% 231 votes
Mini Golf 10 Island Plaza, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Located right in the middle of town, Golf Gardens Miniature Golf is an entertaining as well as challenging course to play. It is well-maintained and has a variety of holes such as par 2, par 3 and par 5. They charge reasonable prices for playing.
39.6 Miles
Live horse racing is frequently held during the active season at the Santa Anita Race Park which offers free entry. There are also 11 on-site eateries including bars and a guided Seabiscuit tour.
39.6 Miles
81% 48 votes
Lake 2615 Angler Drive, Hemet, CA 92545 MoreLess Info
Diamond Valley Lake is one of the newest as well as the largest reservoirs in Southern California. The area is popular for its seasonal wildflower trail and the 13,500 acres of open space that is home at least 16 endangered or threatened native California bird, plant and animal species.
39.7 Miles
94% 71 votes
National & State Parks 701 N. Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 MoreLess Info
Contained within the extensive Angeles National Forest are scenic natural environments, campgrounds, picnic tables, fishing areas, hiking trails, and ski trails. The forest also holds the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.
39.8 Miles
100% 30 votes
Beaches 101 Tamarack Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
A broad, clean white sand beach, Tamarack State Beach is a good destination for a family outing. The beach offers ample parking, and visitors are allowed to build fires if they bring their own pits.
39.8 Miles
96% 112 votes
Hiking Trails Park Place Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Visitors can utilize a variety of trails that are good for hiking, running, biking, and equestrians at Del Cerro Park. The park is dog friendly and there is also a large grass area for gatherings and picnics.
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