Free & Cheap Things to Do in Montecito, CA

  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Montecito, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Butterfly Beach to Miramar Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Montecito and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai.
  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Montecito, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Butterfly Beach to Miramar Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Montecito and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai.
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47.3 Miles
74% 38 votes
Dog Park 1350 Avenida de Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 MoreLess Info
Built in 2001 the 3.5 acre Conejo Creek Dog Park is a special park designed for dogs and their owners. The parks two sections offer playing and running areas for large or small dogs.
47.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Playgrounds 1379 E Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 MoreLess Info
Two ponds which are connected by a recirculating stream is at the heart of Conejo Creek North Park. The site is also home to the local Teen Center, Main Library branch, and Senior Center.
47.7 Miles
97% 295 votes
National & State Parks 2295 Purisima Road, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
The nearly 2,000-acre La Purisima State Historical Park is home to 25 miles of hiking trails, livestock and the eleventh of 21 Spanish Missions established in Alta California. The site recreates life during the 1820's, where the residents engaged in blacksmithing, candle making, farming and weaving.
47.9 Miles
95% 2320 votes
Libraries 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93065 MoreLess Info
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum is a place to rediscover the late great leader's values and determination. Exhibits include Reagan's Air Force One, interactive displays, and hundreds of artifacts from his life and term in office.
47.9 Miles
90% 20 votes
Hiking Trails Malibu, CA MoreLess Info
The Backbone Trail offers hikers with the chance to take in views of the Santa Monica Mountains. The trail moves through the Santa Monica Preserve and features hurdles of varying difficulties.
48.0 Miles
100% 5 votes
Paintball 2 River Park Road, Lompoc, CA MoreLess Info
River Park Paintball provides an affordable, fun atmosphere with a friendly staff that welcomes players who are ready to compete against one another in a paintball fight. Birthday parties, private parties, and special events can also be booked.
48.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds E Olive Avenue, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Consisting of 50 acres, Beattie Park is a community park with amenities like a multipurpose grass field, lookout gazebo, forest preserve, and more. The park has varying levels of elevation, with views of Pacific Ocean visible from the some locations.
48.2 Miles
85% 233 votes
Gardens 2001 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 MoreLess Info
Privately owned and operated cultural garden site, The Gardens of the World offer a glimpse into international agriculture. Gardens featured on the property include an authentic Japanese garden, The Italian garden, The French garden and waters, and the Bandstand, paying tribute to American gardens.
48.2 Miles
86% 192 votes
Beaches 35000 W Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of 1.5 miles along the coast, Leo Carrillo State Beach is a public beach commonly visited by locals and guests alike. Those at the beach commonly enjoy swimming, surfing, or windsurfing when the weather is nice.
48.2 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks Hwy 246 & Sweeney Road, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Situated on the Santa Ynez River, River Park provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, picnics, horseshoe, and volleyball. The park also features a 35 spot RV campground and 4 picnic pavilions.
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