Best Oregon Lavender Farms to Visit This Summer
When summer rolls around in Oregon, the rolling hillsides and scenic meadows embark upon a beautiful transformation — they erupt into a stunning sea of purple. Yes, it’s lavender season. With the quaint charm and the intoxicating perfume in the air, visiting the lavender farms is a quintessential Oregon summer experience. So, for your summer lavender adventure, here are 10 of the best farms you should explore.1. Lavender Valley
Nestled in the shadow of Mt. Hood, Lavender Valley flaunts rows upon rows of heavenly scented lavender. Aside from picking your own lavender, a wander around the field, or simply admiring Mt. Hood, consider buying some of their farm-crafted lavender products—I swear by their lavender honey!2. Mountainside Lavender
Located in Hillsboro, a hop, skip, and a jump from Portland, Mountainside Lavender is a small family-run farm. They cultivate around 25 different varieties of lavender—you’d be hard-pressed to find a wider variety elsewhere. Take the little ones along; they’ll love their lavender crafting classes.3. Hood River Lavender Farms
Imagine strolling through a vivacious lavender farm with a refreshing Gorge wind whistling past. That’s Hood River Lavender Farms for you—an excellent day trip. Don’t forget to check out their summer Lavender DAZE Festival for some fun times with live music & local wine tasting.
4. The Oregon Lavender Farm
Here’s another gem located in the heart of Clackamas County. The Oregon Lavender Farm offers wagon rides, farm tours, and an annual Lavender Festival. Tip: their lavender plants are for sale, so you can add some purple charm to your home garden!5. McKenzie River Lavender Farm
This farm, sitting pretty in the McKenzie River Valley, is a must-visit for breathtaking views. Besides the vibrant lavender fields, the brilliant blue of the nearby McKenzie River provides a stunning contrast. Save some time to taste the lavender lemonade—it’s truly refreshing.6. Liberty Natural’s Tumalo Lavender
Head over to Bend, and you’ll find Tumalo Lavender. This farm, run by Liberty Natural, offers vast fields, free entrance, and a sweet little gift shop. Their lavender essential oils are worth picking up. And if you’re camping nearby, the evening sunset over the fields is a sight to behold.7. Wayward Winds Lavender
Over near Newberg, Wayward Winds Lavender is a treat for the senses. They’re known for having one of the most extensive collections of lavender plants in the region. A little insider secret—this farm shines the brightest in July during the Oregon Lavender Festival.8. Eagle Creek Lavender
Eagle Creek Lavender is a bit off-the-beaten-path but hugely rewarding. This family-owned u-pick farm in Eagle Creek gives you a taste of real rural Oregon. Nothing beats the feeling of collecting your own flowers and their lavender scones are to die for!9. Olalla Valley Vineyard and Lavender Farm
Calling all wine lovers! Why not combine a wine tasting with lavender picking at the Olalla Valley Vineyard and Lavender Farm in Toledo? Their lavender-infused wines tap into that distinctive earthy Oregon flavor.10. Red Ridge Farms
Lastly, in Oregon’s wine country, you’ll find Red Ridge Farms in Dayton. Offering more than just lavender, it’s an olive mill and nursery as well. After you’ve handpicked your lavender, do try their olive oil tasting and take a leisurely stroll in their rose garden.So that’s it, ten lavender farms in Oregon that promise much more than just beautiful scenery. They offer endless exploration, delicious local produce, homemade products and the serenity that comes with being surrounded by fields of tranquil, purple blooms. Be sure to take a piece of Oregon sun and fragrant lavender with you when summer comes to a close. Your senses will thank you, and your heart will yearn for another Oregon summer!