Lavender fields in Oregon are blooming soon again! Did you believe that the endless, purple blooming carpets of lavender can only be found in France and the most beautiful lavender fields are located in Valensole? That’s only half the truth! The purple herbs don’t only grow in Europe, but also in the US. And Oregon is filled with purple lavender fields and farms in July.
The PNW provides the perfect climate for all kinds of flowers. Tulips, dahlias, peonies. even wine and herbs. Lavender grows extremely well in Oregon and you can find many lavender fields in Oregon and Washington State.
Some lavender farms are located near Portland, other lavender fields are spread out to Hood River and the Tualatin Valley. In this guide, you’ll find lavender fields near you and I’ll unravel the lavender farm with majestic views of Mt. Hood.
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Most beautiful lavender fields in Oregon
Around 20 lavender farms, producing essential oil for soaps, lotions, etc. are located near Portland, Oregon. You can stop by the lavender farms of Hillsboro, Willamette, and Tualatin Valley to buy lavender plants or u-cut your own bouquet.
The most beautiful lavender fields though are located a bit further away from the city: 50 miles / 80 km East in the Hood River Valley. If you don’t mind driving a bit longer the Hood River Lavender Farm and Lavender Valley will not only reward you with a carpet of purple shades.
#1 Lavender Valley Oregon – views of Mt. Hood
Lavender Valley is THE lavender farm in Oregon most famous for the majestic view of Mount Hood in the backdrop. The mountain’s peak is snow-capped until summer, which makes the scenery even more iconic. The drive along the Columbia River Gorge is worth it, no matter the final destination.
What can you find at Lavender Valley?
Lavender Valley offers U-pick flowers, picnic options, and classes on how to harvest different varieties of lavender, how to distill essential oil, and make the botanical products right on the farm.
- address: 5965 Boneboro Road | Mt Hood Parkdale, Oregon 97041
- opening hours: mid-May until mid-October 10 am – 5 pm daily
#2 Hood River Lavender Farms
The 14-year-old Lavender farm grows over 80 varieties of lavender, steam distills their lavender to produce pure fine essential oil to manufacture bath and beauty products, including handmade lavender soap, aromatherapy items, lavender culinary products, tea, and decorative, dried lavender flowers. Hood River Lavender Farms also hosts the annual Lavender DAZE Festival in mid-July.
- address: 3823 Fletcher Drive Hood River, Oregon 97031
- opening hours: Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm / Sunday: 11am – 5pm
#3 Wayward Winds Lavender
Wayward Winds Lavender is the largest U-pick lavender farm in Oregon. It’s located in the Oregon Wine Country, only half an hour Southwest of Portland.
It’s one of the most lovely lavender Farms in Oregon to visit especially if you want to take some great lavender pictures. Their farm stand, vintage furniture, and oldtimer + the lavender maze are great motifs. For professional photoshoots, you can book an appointment ($50 venue fee / 2-3 hours).
Wayward Winds Lavender also offerslavender wreath workshops.
- address: 17005 NE Courtney Rd, Newberg, OR 97132
- opening hours: daily in July from 10 am – 5pm
Lavender fields & farms near Portland (4-10)
- Mountainside Lavender, Hillsboro – U-pick lavender farm open daily 9 am -5 pm – June, 11th through the end of July 2022
- Durant at Red Ridge Farms, Dayton – lavender field with 14+ varieties of lavender open June through July. They offer a lavender herb workshop on June 25th, 2022
- Pleasantdale Acres, Dayton – family farm experiences, crafts, natural paths, and all things lavender by appointment
- Carriage House Lavender, Sherwood – lavender farm tours, lavender wreath making workshop & annual lavender festival July 9th & 10th 2022
- Barn Owl Nursery, Wilsonville – nursery & gift shop open by appointment
- Eagle Creek Lavender, Eagle Greek – open by appointment for U-cut & lavender products
- Raven Croft, Mulino – lavender farm open on weekends in June and July
Lavender fields near Bend (11-13)
- Cascade Lavender, Madras – U-pick, plant nursery & lavender shop open mid June – Mid August, Thursday – Saturday: 10am-5pm + Sunday: 12pm-4pm
- Still Waters Lavender, Redmond
- McKenzie River Lavender, Springfield – lavender farm open by appointment only, Lavender Bloom Festival July 8th – 10th 2022, 10 am – 5 pm
Lavender farms in Southern Oregon (14-20)
- Growing Miracles Lavender Garden, Roseburg – lavender farm open by appointment
- Lavender Ally, Roque River – lavender farm & shop
- Lavender Fields Forever, Jacksonville – lavender farm opens June 17th, 2022, lavender festival weekends: June 24th – 26th & July 15th -17th 2022
- Kingfisher Farms, Jacksonville – newly established agribusiness with lavender coming to the farm in summer 2022
- The English Lavender Farm, Applegate – lavender farm opens June 10th, 2022
- Pelindaba Lavender, Ashland – lavender farm open May through October
- Dos Mariposas, Medford – Vineyards and lavender farm
Map of Oregon Lavender fields
Wondering where the best lavender fields in Oregon are located and on which farms the lavender festivals are celebrated? Dive into this map for Lavender fields in Oregon, farm and festival locations.
Trip map created using Wanderlog, a travel planner for iOS and Android
When is lavender season in Oregon?
Lavender blooms in summer and the peak bloom varies on the weather conditions. Most lavender farms in Oregon are open in June and July and have lavender festivals coming up in mid-July to celebrate the purple herbs. This is the best time to visit Oregon’s lavender farms.
Sometimes the bloom lasts until August. It’s easiest to check the farm’s websites for opening hours, U-Cut times, and festival dates. Or head to Lavender Northwest to check out their Destination Guide.
Lavender festivals Oregon 2022
Oregon lavender festivals are back in 2022! Due to the pandemic, most Oregon lavender farms didn’t celebrate their lavender festivals in 2020 and 2021. But this year, many farms are welcoming back visitors to celebrate their annual lavender festivals in June and July:
- Southern Oregon Lavender Trail: Lavender festival weekends: June 25-27, July 16-18
- Lavender Fields Forever annual lavender festivals (Jacksonville, Southern Oregon): June 24-26 & July 15-17, 2022
- The English Lavender Farm annual festival (Applegate, Southern Oregon): June 24-26& July 15-17, 2022
- Lavender Daze Festival 2022 (Hood River Lavender Farms): First 4 weekends in July (July 1-3, July 8-10, July 15-17, July 22-24)
- McKenzie River Lavender Festival (Springfield, Central Oregon): July 8-10, 2022
- Annual Carriage House Lavender Festival (Sherwood, Willamette Valley): July 9-10, 2022
- 17th Willamette Valley Lavender Festival, Chehalem Cultural Center, Newberg – July 9th & 10th 2022
If you don’t fancy the celebrations and want to take some pictures, I recommend planning your visit during the week. I went to Lavender Valley in August last year and was surprised to find the location so lonesome. Probably a combination of being late in the season, coming on a weekday, and driving to the lavender field furthest away from Portland (around 50 miles / 80 km). So worth it!
Lavender fields photography
Most lavender farms in Oregon close around 5 pm. If you want to visit the lavender fields to shoot during golden hour, you most likely need to book a lavender photoshoot.
Lavender Valley even offers photography classes for photographers and interested visitors. The downside: It costs up to 100$ per hour and sometimes requires a minimum of 2 hours. So, taking professional puíctures at Oregon’s lavender farms can get pricy. Make sure to check with the lavender farm on price, conditions, and availability before driving there to avoid disappointment.
Wayward Winds Lavender Farm has offers the best photoshoot prize options:
- $50 per 2-3 hour session OR
- $30 per client if 3 or more consecutive mini sessions (1 hour) on the same day (min. $90 per day)
Lavender field etiquette
- Most important: Watch out for the bees! They love the sweet nectar as much as we love the purple color of lavender. So be extremely careful, especially when walking through the narrow paths in between the lavender rows. Think twice about what shoes to wear!
- Act responsively and respectfully with the plants. Don’t step on them or walk, jump between the rows.
- Bring sun protection and water. It can get really warm in Oregon in summer. Don’t underestimate the sun when spending time walking through the lavender fields.
- And of course, leave no trace!
Everyone, who plans ahead and respects the farm rules will have fun in the purple lavender fields in Oregon.
What to get at a lavender farm in Oregon?
When visiting a lavender field in Oregon, you can expect to find rows of violet lavender. Stroll around, take some pictures or join a farm tour.
Most of the lavender farms have little shops where they sell hand-made lavender-scented products like soaps, candles, essential oils, lotions, as well as decoration and sometimes homemade snacks and drinks. Think about lavender lemonade, ice cream, or pastries.
Some lavender farms in Oregon only open via appointments and sell their products in local shops, and on farmer’s markets. So, make sure to check the opening hours of the lavender farm you are headed to.
Some Oregon lavender farms even offer creative activities like lavender wreath workshops.
The most popular activity when visiting a lavender farm in Oregon though is to cut your own lavender bouquet to take home. U-Cut options and prices vary from farm to farm.
More flower fields in Oregon
It’s not only about lavender fields in Oregon. The entire summer in the Pacific Northwest is very colorful. Tulips, dahlias, peonies, wildflowers, and sunflowers turn the entire Pacific Northwest into a carpet of flowers between April and September. In this article, you’ll find detailed information about the blooming season, flower farms + locations in Oregon as well as festival dates:
Local’s guide to flower fields and festivals in Oregon
Up for hitting the trails? Then check out my article about:
Best wildflower hikes in Oregon + Washington
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