San Clemente · Orange County, CA
Free things to do in San Clemente
Scout analyzed 36 San Clemente places and surfaced the ones that actually fit free.
Places analyzed
36
Matches
9
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.5 hr
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Outdoors
San Onofre State Beach
Prominent surfing beach known for multiple surf breaks, plus areas for camping, biking & swimming.

Outdoors
Heritage Park
Green space & dog park with a path to a landscaped area overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Sports & Recreation
Talega Golf Club

Family
Salty Turf

Capistrano Beach
Pines Park
Scenic green space overlooking the ocean features open fields, trees, walking paths & benches.

Outdoors
Calafia Beach Park
Picturesque beachfront park providing swimming, surfing & open recreational space with bluff views.

Outdoors
San Clemente State Beach
State park featuring a mile-long beach, picnic areas & campsites, plus biking & hiking trails.

Outdoors
Linda Lane Park
City park featuring a fish-themed playground, green spaces, seating areas & more.

Arts & Culture
Los Rios Street Historic District
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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