About Valley Center, California
Valley Center is a rural unincorporated community in the hills northeast of Escondido. The area is known for avocado and citrus groves, large-parcel ranches, equestrian properties, and proximity to Harrah's Resort SoCal and the Valley View Casino. Land is more affordable here than almost anywhere else in the county.
Population: ~10,000 · Region: Backcountry · County: San Diego
Valley Center highlights
- Acreage parcels
- Agricultural use
- Casino economy
- Rural lifestyle
Neighborhoods & areas of Valley Center
Valley Center Village
Small-town core with the community center and schools.
North Valley Center
Ranches, groves, and acreage near Cole Grade Road.
South Valley Center
Hillside properties near Lake Wohlford and Hellhole Canyon.
Things to do in Valley Center
- Harrah's Resort SoCal
- Valley View Casino
- Bates Nut Farm
- Hellhole Canyon Preserve
- Lake Wohlford fishing
- Wineries & cideries
Valley Center ZIP codes
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ZIP codes for Valley Center, CA: 92082.
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