Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lancaster, CA

  • The list below includes 43 free or cheap things to do in or near Lancaster, California, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Parks, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve to Apollo Community Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lancaster and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palmdale and Santa Clarita.
  • The list below includes 43 free or cheap things to do in or near Lancaster, California, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Parks, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve to Apollo Community Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lancaster and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palmdale and Santa Clarita.
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32.6 Miles
73% 22 votes
Hiking Trails Chaney Trail Road, Altadena, CA 91003 MoreLess Info
The Dawn Mine Hike is a 4.4 mile loop trail that contains a waterfall and its level or exertion is moderate. The trail allows mountain biking and dogs as well.
32.9 Miles
97% 90 votes
Hiking Trails Cobb Estate, Lake Ave & E Loma Alta Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Offering a challenging hike for both beginners and advanced hikers, trails lead to Inspiration Point where there are great mountain views. Along with hikers, the trail is also suitable for mountain bikers.
32.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
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Mt Lowe

Hiking Trails Mt. Lowe Railway Trl, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
The scenic tourist line, Mt Lowe, was created as a way for visitors to see Mt Lowe and Echo Mountain. Along the trail, visitors can read the historical markers that tell the story of the rail line.
32.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mountains Mount Lowe Railway Trail, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Echo Mountain is a hiking destination that spans a total of 6-miles in length and includes free parking. The area has opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, walking, running, and wildlife viewing.
33.4 Miles
90% 236 votes
Hiking Trails E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
A historic but deserted mountain resort is the end goal of Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail. The trail itself steadily climbs up the east slope of Los Flores Canyon until reaching the resort ruins that features many historic plaques and wide sweeping views of the area.
33.4 Miles
100% 14 votes
Hiking Trails E Loma Alta Dr At Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
At 5 miles round trip, Echo Mountain Via The Ridgeline Trail offers visitors a historic trail with ruins of a resort and railroads to explore. The trail is lined with native vegetation including the California poppy.
33.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails Lake Ave & Loma Alta Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Originally opened in 1893, the Mt Lowe Railway Trail is a hiking trail that offers access to Echo Mountain as well as the Alpine Tavern. The trail inclines up Rubio Canyon to an Echo mountain house.
33.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hiking Trails Rubio Vista Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Known for its double waterfall, Rubio Canyon Trail takes visitors on a journey through a scenic canyon. The trail is 1.3 miles total and leads visitors past a stream to the waterfall.
33.6 Miles
86% 56 votes
Specialty Museums 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Los Angeles, CA MoreLess Info
Established in the late 1790's, Mission San Fernando is a popular historic landmark. The Mission has been recently restored and maintains an active church, a museum and beautiful surrounding gardens. Its most significant feature is the colonnade along San Fernando Boulevard.
33.6 Miles
63% 8 votes
Parks 568 E Mount Curve Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Farnsworth Park includes both a historic building used as a banquet hall and community room and an outdoor amphitheater for concerts and plays. The park has picnic areas, baseball fields, and basketball and tennis courts.
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