About Us
Splitrock Farm and Retreat is a 101-acre property located outside of Fallbrook, CA, and was part of a 160-acre avocado farm that prospered from 1970 to 2017, generating over one-million pounds of avocados per year until the previous owners switched off the water in 2017. Owner and land steward, Ben Corbett, plans to harvest the dead avocado trees for firewood and replant with organic, sustainable crops such as grapes, citrus trees, and flowers.
The Area
We are located in De Luz Heights, California – 5 miles from downtown Fallbrook, 14 miles from wine tasting in Temecula, and one mile east of Camp Pendleton Nature Preserve. San Diego and Los Angeles can be reached in 1 – 2.5 hours by car.
The nearby Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve has a large parking lot 3 miles from Splitrock on the way into Fallbrook, which hosts 18 miles of beautiful hiking and equestrian trails along a natural river lined with trees. While there, maybe you can find the local’s swimming hole and tire swing where the river meets the road.
Just 15 miles north of Splitrock, the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Preserve offers miles of trails.
When visiting Splitrock Farm and Retreat, you may hear training from nearby Camp Pendleton, as the coastal and mountain terrain support a variety of military training at the base. Fleet Marine Force units use Camp Pendleton’s ranges and training areas to maintain combat readiness, which can often be heard from campsites throughout the day and sometimes into the evenings.
Please also be aware to keep all pets on leash and children in sight, as there is a variety of wildlife that visit the property frequently, including coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, foxes, snakes, hawks, spiders, and more. Two Great Pyrenees patrol the property. They are sweet, loving dogs to all humans and pets. We also host free-range animals including goats, sheep, and llamas, which may visit your campsite to say hello from time to time.
Please, NO: Hunting, fireworks, firearms, illegal drugs, fires outside of designated fire rings, litter / tossed cigarette butts, fruit picking, or loud music / excessive noise after 10 PM or before 8 AM.
Help Needed! Apply for our Farm Stay Program
Featured Role – Farm Animal Caretakers
Position Overview:
Splitrock Farm & Retreat is seeking passionate and reliable animal lovers to join our farm community as Farm Animal Caretakers. This is a farm stay exchange opportunity, ideal for those who love working with animals and want to experience sustainable farm life. In exchange for your help, you’ll enjoy a unique stay on our beautiful property, surrounded by nature and a welcoming community. In this integral role, you will be responsible for the daily care and well-being of our beloved farm animals, including 20+ goats, chickens, alpacas, sheep, pigs, cats, and guard dogs.
Commitment: 8-10 hours per week (approx. 60-90 minutes per day)
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily feeding and fresh water for farm animals, including goats, chickens, alpacas, sheep, pigs, cats, and guard dogs.
- Bottle-feed baby goats and milk mama goats as needed.
- Clean and maintain animal enclosures, shelters, and surrounding areas.
- Monitor animal health and report concerns to camp host or management.
- Repair and maintain fences and enclosures for animal safety.
- Secure animals at night, ensuring baby goats are safely in their pen.
- Assist with general farm tasks and sustainability projects as needed.
- Lead and coordinate animal encounters with guests.*
Additional Opportunities for Paid Work:
- Animal Encounters & Events
- Lead engaging animal experiences for farm visitors*
- Assist with Baby Goat Yoga (wrangling goats before, during, and after sessions)
- Host private “petting zoo” parties for campers, locals, and youth groups
- Farm Product Sales & Animal Management
- Help with harvesting and producing farm products for sale (e.g., goat’s milk, cheese)
- Assist in selling livestock when necessary (e.g., male goats that shouldn’t breed)
- Farm & Retreat Support
- Assist camp hosts with campsite turnovers and cleaning when not on animal duty
Ideal Candidate:
- Loves animals and has experience in farm animal care (preferred).
- Enjoys hands-on, outdoor work in all seasons.
- Is responsible, can work independently, and commits to daily tasks.
- Has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting in a community setting.
- Is adaptable, reliable, and aligned with the farm’s mission of community and sustainable living.
Interested and want to know more? See details on what applicants can expect from a Splitrock farm stay here: https://splitrock.farm/community/
Ready to apply? Contact us via email at [email protected] or apply online at: https://splitrock.farm/work-stay/
Land Lease or Farm Co-op
Splitrock Farm needs assistance re-purposing about 90 acres of fully irrigated land with a 45 years of farming in its soil. We are open to different terms (land lease, pay to plant and harvest, etc.)
Interested? Please contact [email protected] for details.