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Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch

Valley Center, California

Opens Sep 17Opens Sep 17

Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026Last checked Jul 14, 2026

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Family-friendlyActivities for a family day out

About this place

Bates Nut Farm has run a family pumpkin patch in Valley Center since 1963, with tractor hayrides, a straw maze, pony rides, a petting corral, a corn pit, and a year-round farm zoo. The confirmed 2026 season runs September 17 through October 31, and leashed dogs are welcome.

Planning details

Season
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Hours
Sept: 9am-5pm daily; Oct weekdays 9am-5:30pm; Oct weekends 8:30am-6pm
Price
Check official site for current pricing
Address
15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082
Last checked
Jul 14, 2026

At a glance

What families can expect

Pumpkin patches

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Hayrides

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Farm parks

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Activities

  • Pumpkin patches
  • Hayrides
  • Farm parks

Facilities

  • Pumpkin patch
  • Hayrides
  • Straw maze
  • Pony rides
  • Petting zoo
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Tickets & access

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Hours & pricing

Opening hours

Sept: 9am-5pm daily; Oct weekdays 9am-5:30pm; Oct weekends 8:30am-6pm

Season
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Last checked
Jul 14, 2026

Tickets & pricing

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Directions & location

Address15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082

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Last checked Jul 14, 2026

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