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Things to do

when visiting 
KEYS CREEK

COMMUNIITY

Take in the area and find a new place to explore.
There are several places in driving distance.

Location:
Located 27 mi from McClellan-Palomar Airport, the property is close to attractions such as San Diego Zoo Safari Park (20 mi) and Legoland California (27 mi). Free on-site parking is provided.

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Lavender Farm

Hit the trails and explore Henley Beach. Trailblazers of all levels are able to head off on a tangent to explore eucalypt forests brimming with animal and bird life, or traverse terrain with some of the more advanced treks.

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The Yellow Deli

Located just off the main road, you don't want to miss this hidden spot.. The best fresh juice you'll find in the area. Be sure to grab a few to go!

 

32011 Lilac Road
Valley Center, CA 92082
United States

Pala

Pala Casino 

offers a luxurious retreat with a full-service spa, casino, and resort amenities. The spa features 14 treatment rooms and two spa suites for couples, offering a variety of services like massages, body treatments, and facials. Guests can also enjoy the casino, multiple dining options, a pool area with a bar, and entertainment venues. 

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pechanga
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is a large casino resort in Temecula, California, owned and operated by the Pechanga Band of Indians. It features a 200,000 square foot casino with a wide array of gaming options, a luxurious 1,100-room hotel, multiple dining and entertainment venues, a spa, and the Journey at Pechanga golf course. Pechanga is known for its AAA Four Diamond Award-winning status and its recognition as the "Best Casino in the West" by USA Today's 10Best. 

San Diego Zoo
Safari Park

Experience the unique and immersive wildlife offerings of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, featuring expansive habitats, up-close encounters, and a strong commitment to conservation.

  • Visit the popular San Diego Zoo Safari Park with over 2,600 animals from more than 300 species

  • See amazing exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna

  • Take one of the guided trams in the park to meet animals in proximity and take photos up close

  • Visit protected native species habitats like the Lion Camp to have a close encounter with wild animals

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Bates Nut Farm

Bates Nut Farm is a charming, century-old San Diego farm, nestled in the scenic hills of Valley Center, CA. Experience the farm-fresh flavor of our nuts—roasted and packaged right here on-site for quality you can taste and love in every bite.

While you're here, meet our friendly farm animals, relax and unwind in our lovely open space, and enjoy a picnic underneath a shady tree.

Dogs on leashes are welcome here too!

Bates Farm Zoo

Farm Zoo is open daily from 9am - 5pm. Visit with mini-donkeys, goats, sheep, alpacas, emus, chickens, peacocks, ducks, geese, a tortoise & more! The animals love visitors, and will eat from your hands. Bags of animal feed can be purchased for $0.75; admission is free, $10.00 parking on October weekends. Open year round

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Legoland

​Legoland California resort offers more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, and is an interactive, hands-on theme park experience for families with children. The park is also home to Sea Life Aquarium and the world's first Legoland Water Park. Even if your kids aren't hardcore LEGO devotees, they will still have a blast because everything in the park is geared for ages 2-12. Below we’ve put together some Legoland California tips so that you and your family can make the most of your time in the park. 

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Traveling?


COME VISIT US AT THE RANCH

McClellan-Palomar Airport

27 mi

San Diego International Airport

45 mi

Naval Air Station North Island

48 mi

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The Ranch at Keys Creek – your all-in-one home away from home while visiting family, attending an event or planning a retreat!

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