Free & Cheap Things to Do in Pismo Beach, CA

  • The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Pismo Beach, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • From Margo Dodd Park to Monarch Grove, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pismo Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Atascadero and Santa Maria.
  • The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Pismo Beach, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • From Margo Dodd Park to Monarch Grove, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pismo Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Atascadero and Santa Maria.
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14.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Breweries 2200 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 93453 MoreLess Info
Featuring a clean, relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, Dunbar Brewery is a great place to spend time with friends while enjoying a variety of refreshing beers. Offerings include English Style Ale, India Pale Ale, Scottish Heavy, and more.
15.8 Miles
97% 39 votes
Hiking Trails San Luis Obispo, CA MoreLess Info
Valencia Peak is one of the most striking mountains in the Montana de Oro State Park with the Valencia Peak Trail being the primary method for reaching the summit. It is actually the shortest and most direct route to the top.
15.9 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hiking Trails San Luis Obispo, CA MoreLess Info
Islay Creek Trail is good for running or hiking. It is fairly flat, and it takes you along a canyon and a stream.
15.9 Miles
50% 4 votes
Parks 330 Hidden Pines Way, Santa Maria, CA 93458 MoreLess Info
Known as the town's largest park, Preisker Park is a 40-acre park that offers a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include two playgrounds, picnic and barbecue areas, and a large perimeter walking trail.
16.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 1307 N Western Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of four acres, Oakley Park is a public neighborhood park offering a number of facilities available for use. A baseball diamond, playground structure, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are among the amenities at the park.
16.8 Miles
90% 29 votes
Bowling 128 E. Donovan Rd., Santa Maria, CA 93454 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling alley, a family-friendly restaurant and a night-time bar and lounge make up Rancho Bowl. The restaurant is known for its Santa Maria Style BBQ sandwich, and there's a banquet room available for private events.
16.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 1660 North McClelland Street, Santa Maria, CA MoreLess Info
Committed to bringing live theater and the arts to the community, Santa Maria Civic Theater provides exposure for local and aspiring actors. The theater also features educational classes and workshops for youth interested in the dramatic arts.
16.9 Miles
82% 11 votes
Scenic Walks Morro Bay, CA 93402 MoreLess Info
Los Osos Elfin Forest is a 90 acre nature area populated by brackish marsh, pygmy oak, chaparral, and coastal dune scrub. Visitors will find a 4/5 mile looping boardwalk, as well as a wide variety of plant and wildlife.
17.6 Miles
98% 40 votes
Scenic Drives Santa Maria, CA MoreLess Info
For those looking for a stretch of land that features multiple quality wineries, the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is a must see. The trail features a mix of full-bodied varietals on the south end and winds its way into the warmer, inland areas where Syrah's and Grenaches are found.
17.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 412 S McClelland Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454 MoreLess Info
The Natural History Museum Santa Maria is a non-profit organization that has the goal of providing natural history enrichment for public schools. The museum displays a T-Rex Skull that was purchased from an anthropologist.
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