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    Mountain Valley Ranch

    4.3 (101 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Great selection of different types & sizes of pumpkins. Even Black Cats!
    Lara G.

    Happened upon this sweet pumpkin patch by accident & so glad that we did! My husband & I enjoyed our time here. We've been to numerous pumpkin patches in the county, and this one has been the best experience. I loved seeing pumpkins growing from the vine & picking one from them. The spooky decor is a nice addition. Ample, free parking. We left with 5 pumpkins. We'll definitely be back next year & for their Christmas tree farm.

    AMarie D.

    What a beautiful ranch. Beautiful animals. Friendly and helpful staff What a fun family friendly pumpkin patch. Kids enjoyed the pony rides. We enjoyed all the photo ops. As a homeschool fam we took time to learn about all the animals featured at the ranch super cool to see a bison upclose. We really loved our time here. We appreciate Mountain valley ranch for making this avail to the public with affordable prices. I love my new candle it smells delicious and it's non toxic. I got a nice top for hubby to support this amazing ranch. We'll definitely be back again next time. I def recommend checking this ranch out and supporting

    Marcus F.

    Pumpkin Patch. While driving to Julian we noticed a long line of cars trying to enter a Pumpkin Patch. So on the way back home we stopped by. Free parking and basically a free experience. They do charge for the corn maze and the corn cannon. The best attraction was the Bison in the petting zoo. - Just pumpkin for sale here, no shops or market. - Because the parking lots consist of soft dirt, a ton of dust will be kicked up in the air. Don't wash your car before coming here.

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    Myphuong L.

    Every year for the last couple of years, we have been visiting different pumpkin patches around town and haven't repeated. I have learned to stick to a "farm" not "station". With that said, Mountain Valley is a farm/ranch and you see the pumpkin growing on the ground attached to the vines. It's about 25 minutes from Poway heading towards Julian. Entrance would be on the left and it's all dirt. No real restrooms but yes portable restrooms in the parking lot. This place is free and you pay extra for activities. This place is not as big as Bates or Oma but it does have: -Corn maze $5 -Petting zoo -Hay ride $5 -Corn cannon $1 for 2 -Pony rides $5 -Food truck -Snack bar Lots of photo opportunities. There's so much to do for the family and kids. I saw people bringing their dogs. There's an area with picnic tables that you can bring your own food and just chill. There's a food truck that sells tacos and hamburgers. Also a snack bar that sells water ($2) and dipping dot ice cream. As well as corn in a cup. It can get really hot inland so bring a hot, put on sun screen, and bring water.

    Neat place... Mountain Valley Ranch has a cool pumpkin patch that has a lot activities for the whole family... corn maze, corn cannon, a animal petting zone, and hayrides. The barn was decorated for the season with animatronics among a myriad of pumpkins and gourds. Prices are very reasonable for the cravable squash we love to place on our porches. Overall , a fun and ghoulish visit.

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    Felicitas L.

    This makes for a fun day trip & can easily be coupled with a quick visit into Julian for some delish apple cider & pie! A perfect stop to bring younger kids & dogs. Lots of open space. However, if you're with an older group, such as all adults or teenagers, I'd recommend a larger pumpkin patch with food & rides like Bates Nut Farm. FYI- there are 2 dogs that roam freely around this pumpkin patch (super friendly & chill) but if anyone in your group isn't comfortable around dogs, just be aware. +PROS: -Dog friendly! We brought our 20lb terrier mix here on leash the whole time & she had a great time! -Goat maze (yes, there are goats on the farm!) -Other animals- pigs, bison, chicken, horses to see -Fun, tall corn maze with some Halloween decor throughout -Corn cannon where you can shoot corn out of a cannon...awesome -Friendly staff -Lots of cute areas for pics -No parking or admission fee (we came on a weekday) -CONS: -I don't think you can feed the animals -Pumpkin patch was sparse...not a lot of pumpkins laid out -Small pumpkins available in the indoor space -No food/drinks available for sale -Not much outdoor seating -No hay rides

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    Linda M.

    A cute small pumpkin farm. They have plenty of pumpkins for sale. They have a corn maze, corn shooting and pony rides. Bring ear plugs or some noise canceling headphones if you plan on doing the corn shooting. So many animals to see: goats, bison, turkeys, peacocks, sheep and more. I love the cute goat maze they have set up!

    The best low-key pumpkin patch
    Shawnee B.

    This is our go to pumpkin patch! They have everything you could want and then some. It's never overcrowded here like most patches during the season and is really big. There's a ton of photo opps, a corn maze, and a corn shooter. They provide wagons for your pumpkins too that are so charming! We always make a whole day date out of it since they are so close to Julian.

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    Hollyann B.

    Dog-friendly and so much for humans to love, too! The bestest boy, Knox, and I visited this week to get him in the Halloween spirit, and we had a blast!

    Jeffrey C.

    A bit different than years past, no corn gun for us and just a quick run through the fields, but love MVR! Looking forward to making it out one Friday night next Fall to see their roping competitions!

    There are lots of cool car and other farm vehicles!

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    I love this pumpkin patch! Good prices and a huge variety. Corn maze, animals, friendly dogs running around, and my fav: the corn cannon.

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    Nice area away from the city, must do the corn cannon!! Andy is amazing and funny and made the experience memorable!!

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    Family, friendly filled with love. Fill your holiday needs and wishes, fill your kids need for fresh air. Love MVR!

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    Ask the Community - Mountain Valley Ranch

    Do you take cash only?

    We take cash and card. There is a service fee on cards. Thank you!

    Are dogs allowed at the pumpkin patch?

    Are there special hours for the petting zoo, or is it open anytime the patch is open?

    Do they have little carts to take with you as you go to choose your pumpkin, or do you have to bring your own?

    Yes. We have wagons for you to use.

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    They have a variety of different pumpkins to choose from and the corn maze is $5 per person.

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    Happy Hens

    4.7
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    A local farm that sells farm fresh chicken eggs of different varieties. They also sell hay. I…read moreappreciated the punny signs along the road that help point to the farm as well as the punny signs around the farm and within the shop. They even have a drive through! I saw petting zoo was 10$ admission and you can pet goats, chickens, cows. Service was also friendly. Eggs tastes great. The egg white is much fluffier compared to store brought eggs. If you're passing by, I'd highly recommend to stop by, support the locals, and grab some eggs. 10/10

    Happy Hens is a small farm that sells fresh, organic, free‑range eggs, and you can also tour the…read moreproperty, check out the petting zoo/playground, stay on the farm, or attend their local events. We stopped by as part of our Ramona trip to see the animals and pick up some fresh goods. There's plenty of parking, and the barn is covered in egg‑cellent egg pun signs, which definitely adds to the charm. We came on a Saturday around 11 and it was fairly empty. The "petting zoo," however, is a bit misleading. You can only pet the goats -- which are beautiful -- but many of the other animals were either not visible or behind fencing that made it hard to interact or feed them. You pay for admission and then pay again for different animal foods, which felt pricey given the limited access. The person at the front seemed confused and wasn't able to answer basic questions about the egg products, which made the experience feel a little unorganized. No one was unfriendly, but no one was particularly helpful either. I expected a warmer, more guided experience. Also, keep in mind the only bathroom available was a porta‑potty, so plan accordingly. That said, it's still a fun quick stop if you're already in Ramona and want to grab fresh eggs or see a few animals like a bunny, two goats, chickens, a horse, and some sheep. Just go in with the right expectations.

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    SoCal Mini Pigs is not just a petting zoo. It's a special place where visitors can interact with…read moremini pigs, from petting to feeding and even adopting. Visits are by appointment only, so my husband and I booked a session on Valentine's Day. This was hands down the best animal experience we've had, thanks to the amazing staff and adorable animals. The animals were friendly, engaging, and active, which is a testament to how happy and well cared for they are. Each party is given a complimentary bucket of lettuce to feed the animals, with more available for purchase. We got to pet and feed not only mini pigs, but also goats, ducks, chickens, and even a large, handsome turkey. And because it was Valentine's Day, the staff passed around glasses of sparkling wine for guests, which was an extra special touch. The setting is tucked away in a mountainous area, making it feel like a hidden gem off the beaten path. It was the perfect stop on our way to San Diego. We're definitely looking forward to returning again next time!

    To label Disneyland as the happiest place on earth feels wrong after visiting with So Cal Mini…read morePigs. Not only were the owners extremely kind, friendly and big hearted, the experience made for the most heart warming time I could ever ask for on my birthday with my boyfriend. This place is absolutely wonderful and I had the best time ever. My heart feels happier than ever. Book an experience with them asap and go play, cuddle and share love with the animals!

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