We like the Bates Nut Farm and visit every time we're in the area camping. We've been there in October when they do the Pumpkin event. That's a lot of fun for young kids. It has an "old-time, community type of feel." Don't expect Disneyland, but do come and enjoy. But this time I'm writing about a stop we did... More

Gorgeous site, great pistachios and the chocolate pecan fudge is out of this world! More

I have been to the Bate's Nut Farm pumpkin patch two years in a row. My young niece and nephew love it. They have a fantastic selection of pumpkins, a petting zoo, pony rides, and a hayride. To visit the pumpkin patch it's free. It is only a couple of dollars to enjoy the other activities on the farm. Valley... More

I have been going out to the bates nut farm for years. It is fun to go out to the 'country' and see real plants growing out of the ground. acres and acres of wide opened land for kids to run free. lots of stuff to do, good food, and the prices aren't very high in my opinion either. More

We live in Santee and had heard so many things about this place that we decided to make the drive. When we pulled in we saw all the cars and thought this must be something big. We were all disappointed. Even my nephew who is 4 was asking what else we could do. On the Web site for this place... More

My Family has been visiting Bates Nut Farm my whole life. It is a family tradition to visit their pumpkin patch each year in October. This is a great place to bring kids. They have a petting zoo, picnic area and even some shops. Beware of the crowds in October (try and go during the week). More