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It’s lavender season in the Pacific Northwest! Starting in June, lavender farms throughout the Portland area invite the public to enjoy the beauty of the blooms, pick their own bundles and peruse homemade lavender products.
These four beautiful lavender farms are a short drive from Portland. Plan your visit to one or all of the farms this summer.
Tips for visiting a lavender farm:
Dress for the farm and weather. Bring sunscreen, wear close-toed shoes, a hat and water. You will be in direct sunlight while you’re harvesting your lavender bundle or strolling through the field.
Pack a basket. This will make carrying your lavender bundle much easier.
Be prepared for bees. Bees love the lavender and will be buzzing around you throughout the day.
Bring a picnic lunch. These farms have many places for you to relax and take in your surroundings. Make the most of your trip by packing a lunch.
5 Beautiful Lavender Farms Near Portland
Photo courtesy of Bates Lavender Farm
Bates Lavender Farm
Bates Lavender Farm is family owned, one-acre farm located in Corbett, Oregon. The farm was started in 2016 as a peaceful spot to pick lavender, watch the bees and relax. There are 13 varieties of lavender, allowing the farm to be in bloom all summer.
This year, you-pick lavender is $7 per bundle.
The farm opens June 14. Visit any day of the week from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Bates Lavender Farm is located at 33601 E Bell Road in Corbett. Visit www.bateslavender.com.
Photo courtesy of Hope Lavender Farm
Hope Lavender Farm
Head to the Eagle Creek, Oregon farm for 8 acres of lavender with plenty of space to relax and take in the beauty of it all. Hope Lavender Farm is a family farm affectionately named after the owners’ daughter. Come for the lavender and stay for the incredible views of Mount Hood and tranquil atmosphere. There are 15 varieties of lavender, and dogs are welcome.
The price for you-pick lavender is $7 per bundle.
The farm will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from June 8-July 3. Stop by from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The farm will also be open for the holiday on Thursday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hope Lavender Farm is located at 28333 SE One Oak Lane in Eagle Creek. Visit www.hopelavender.com.
Photo courtesy of Helvetia Lavender Farm
Helvetia Lavender Farm
Helvetia Lavender Farm is a short drive from Portland and showcases 60 different varieties of lavender. During the annual Helvetia Lavender Festival, guests are invited to enjoy the fields during peak bloom.
The cost is $8 per bundle. You can also buy a bundle of pre-cut lavender for $12. The farm will provide you with baskets, scissors and twist ties.
Stop by for you-cut lavender on these dates:
- June 30-July 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- July 7-9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- July 15-16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The farm’s festival is taking place June 30-July 2 and July 7-9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The price is $10 per person. Kids up to age 13 can attend for free.
Helvetia Lavender Farm is located at 12814 NW Bishop Rd. in Hillsboro. Learn more about the annual festival.
Photo courtesy of April Farms
April Lavender Farm
April Farms is a family owned lavender farm in Gaston, Oregon. Head to the farm for a relaxing day taking in the sights and smells of fresh lavender during the annual festival.
Every year, the farm hosts a lavender festival. Along with strolling through the lavender fields and enjoying the sights from the shade of the farm’s trees, you can shop homemade lavender products. There’s also vendors onsite.
The festival is July 12-14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The lavender farm is at 5905 SW Looking Glass Dr. in Gaston. Learn more about the festival.
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