Parks
65 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Gabriella Park1.7 mi from downtown
- Fontana Park4.5 mi from downtown
- Sierra Crest II Park5.7 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Fontana
4 kinds of free outings in and around Fontana.
Good days out in Fontana don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Fontana Lewis Library And Technology Center8437 Sierra Avenue
- Kaiser Branch Library11155 Almond Ave.
- Summit Branch Library15551 Summit Avenue
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- San Bernardino National Forest10 mi east
- Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail19 mi southeast
- North Shore (Ca)19 mi northeast
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- San Bernardino National Forest10 mi east
- Prado Dam18 mi southwest
- Fishermans Group21 mi northeast
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What are free things to do in Fontana?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Fontana this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.