# Free things to do with kids in Encinitas

Parks, playgrounds and other things to do in Encinitas that are free to get into. 5 listed.

Last updated 2026-09-28, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [Cottonwood Creek Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/cottonwood-creek-park-encinitas) (playground, Encinitas). A climbing wall, a creekside path and a play area. Has: free to enter.
2. [Olympus Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/olympus-park-encinitas) (playground, Encinitas). A zipline, a climbing cube and a tandem swing. For the kid who needs to properly wear themselves out. Has: free to enter.
3. [Scott Valley Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/scott-valley-park-encinitas) (playground, Encinitas). An inclusive play structure, so kids with different mobility and sensory needs can play right alongside each other. Has: free to enter.
4. [Encinitas Community Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/encinitas-community-park-encinitas) (playground, Encinitas). A big play space with lawns and paths around it, enough room to make a whole morning of it. Has: free to enter.
5. [Moonlight State Beach Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/moonlight-state-beach-playground-encinitas) (playground, Encinitas). An ocean-themed playground with slides and climbers, on the grass right next to the sand. Has: free to enter.

## About this list

Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) A list needs at least three places to exist.

Page: https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/encinitas/free-to-visit. All of Encinitas: https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/encinitas