65 Fun Things To Do Outside When You’re Alone

Looking for a fun list of things to do outside when you’re by yourself?

Whether it’s in your backyard, your neighbourhood or somewhere further afield, I have a big list of ideas for some quality outdoor alone time.

You’ll find inspiration to try new things so you can fully enjoy being with Mother Nature.

65 Things To Do Outdoors When You’re By Yourself

I am so incredibly grateful that spring is here, which means it’s time to spend much more time outdoors!

In your neighbourhood:

So often we go to the same places in our neighbourhoods, time and time again. We forget to look up and notice things.

So use these ideas as inspiration to explore your area more.

1. Visit a local farmers’ market and make sure to check out some vendors you’ve never bought from.

2. Take a long bike ride and enjoy the breeze on your face.

3. Have a beach day or even just sit on the beach for a while and take in the fresh air and sound of the waves.

4. Go for a long walk and slowly take in everything around you.

5. Try yoga or Tai Chi in the park.

6. Swim at a local pool – the perfect way to cool off on a hot day.

7. Visit some community gardens and check out the veggie patches and gardens.

8. Watch the sunrise or sunset.

9. Go to a cafe and sit on the patio – think of it as the perfect solo date!

10. Visit a local festival – depending on where you live, there can be so many options – festivals for food, different cultures, the arts, etc.

11. Attend an outdoor concert – many of these can also be found at local festivals.

12. Visit a botanical garden

13. Check out an outdoor art exhibit – many times you’ll discover these when you’re just walking around.

14. See a play in the park – Shakespeare in the Park is popular where I live.

15. Hit up some local garage/yard sales – this is a great way to meet/chat to neighbors too.

16. Workout at a local outdoor gym.

17. Take a gratitude walk – the perfect way to reconnect with what’s important to you.

18. Go ice skating.

19. Visit a scenic point and take in the views.

20. Visit a garden centre and check out the in-season plants.

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Things To Do Alone In Your Backyard:

21. Plant a garden – herbs, veggies, flowers, whatever makes you happy.

22. Water your garden – such a peaceful, meditative experience.

23. Read under a tree – lay a blanket out with a pillow, a great book, and a cold drink.

24. Write in your journal – this is the perfect way to start or end the day.

25. Have a picnic and spend time simply relaxing.

26. Lie in the grass and watch the trees sway in the wind.

27. Nap in a hammock – which feels like a perfect tight hug wrapped around you.

28. Have your morning coffee or tea outside.

29. Work outside – great if you work from home.

30. Eat outside as much as possible when the weather is nice.

31. Pick some flowers and make a flower arrangement.

32. Do some morning meditation.

33. Build a bonfire and make s’mores.

34. Have a BBQ.

35. Fill a mini pool and cool off.

36. Feed the birds and enjoy watching them.

Try a New Outdoor Hobby:

“Time spent amongst trees is never wasted time.”

– Katrina Mayer

37. Nature photography

38. Collect leaves and flowers to press and make into art

39. Stargazing

40. Go birdwatching

41. Foraging for herbs, fruits, and veg

42. Try horseback riding

43. Nature sketching and drawing

44. Kayaking

45. Paddleboarding

Chores

(Sorry – sometimes we gotta do this stuff!)

46. Sweep the patio or porch

47. Wash the car

48. Wash the outdoor windows

49. Rake leaves

50. Pull weeds

51. Prune trees

53. Cut the lawn

54. Shovel snow

55. Clean out the garage

56. Have a garage sale/yard sale

More Things To Do Outside When You’re By Yourself

57. Hit some hiking trails

58. Go berry picking or apple picking

59. Explore a new neighbourhood

60. Take a scenic drive with all the windows rolled down

61. Go camping

62. Visit a big tourist spot – Niagara Falls?

63. Play for the day at an amusement park

64. Visit a spa with outdoor therapeutic waters

65. Take a double-decker tourist bus around your own city

What’s Your Favorite Outdoor Activity When You’re Alone?

Share in the comments below to inspire others. 

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