Bates Nut Farm
Valley Center, CA
Located in Valley Center, CA, Bates Nut Farm operates on a 100‑acre ranch that includes a working farm, animal menagerie, and a processing facility where walnuts and other nuts are roasted and packaged on site. Visitors can observe the production of peanut butter and other nut products, sample a range of nuts and confectionery, and explore a gift shop that offers kitchenware, garden items, and seasonal merchandise. The farm also hosts seasonal events such as a pumpkin patch, arts and crafts fairs, and educational tours for groups of 15 or more.