- The list below includes 472 free or cheap things to do in or near Rancho Santa Margarita, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Movie Theaters and Camping Site.
- From Rancho Santa Margarita Central Park to Lago Santa Margarita, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rancho Santa Margarita and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Orange, Irvine and San Clemente.
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Offering ocean views, Lantern Bay Park features a wedding ceremony area and open green space alongside patches of trees. The park provides paved paths, picnic tables, barbecue grills, a children's playground, a basketball court and restroom facilities.
13.3 Miles
Named for the calm waters, Baby Beach offers a no wake zone with buoys marking the protected swim area. Kayaking and paddle boarding are popular activities. Lifeguards are seasonal. Parking is free.
13.3 Miles
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Bluff Top Trail
Santa Clara Ave, Violet Lantern to Amber Lantern St, Dana Point, CA 92629
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A three mile trail, Bluff Top Trail Runs between Walk On Beach and Gualala Point Regional Park. Along this trail lies the remnants of the Dana Point Inn and sea cliffs and views for birding and whale-watching.
13.3 Miles
Visitors of Pines Park can go snorkeling, scuba diving, wind surfing, fishing, geocaching, and wildlife viewing. Not only does the location offer access to bike trails, but it also contains a picnic area.
13.3 Miles
Surrounded by scenic cliffs, Crescent Bay Beach provides visitors with opportunities for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, and more. During low tide, visitors can walk out to tide pools to view sea anemones and other creatures.
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Heritage Park lies along the ocean shore, sitting atop a small bluff and offering scenic views along with picnic areas. The park also features a dog park area and hosts a summer concert series each year.
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Karting fans experience a whole new level of fun and excitement at Boomers! Irvine. Boomers features extra-fast adult go karts, a separate children's track, a video arcade, batting cages and a laser tag arena.
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At Dana Point Harbor, tourists can visit a variety of shopping destinations, including coffee and tea shops, clothing stores, and artisan chocolate shops. The location's restaurants include Jon's Fish Market, which offers live music.
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Located at the Ocean Institute, The Pilgrim is a full-size replica of the ship that was featured in Richard Henry Dana, Jr.'s Two Years Before the Mast. The location hosts theatrical and musical performances during the summer season.
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Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.