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Find your photo op at a Washington lavender farm
The third weekend of July brings crowds eager to waltz through purple fields during the Sequim Lavender Festival on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. And this year the fest takes place July 21–23, 2023. The town of Sequim is totally road-trip worthy anytime, and there’s even a self-guided driving tour of Sequim-area lavender farms.
But you don’t necessarily need a festival to visit beautiful lavender fields. We’ve rounded up 10 gorgeous lavender farms, around Sequim and up and down the Sound, that are perfect for a family outing this summer.
First, a few notes: Peak bloom season for lavender is July through August, but be sure to call ahead or check your farm pick’s website to confirm that flowers are blooming before you make a trip. Unless otherwise noted, admission to the farms is free and no reservation is required. Fees for U-pick lavender stems vary and are usually around $5–$10 per bunch. Lastly, bees love lavender as much as humans do, so if you’re allergic to or terrified of bees, visit the gift shop instead of the fields.
Sequim-area lavender farms
B&B Family Farm (5883 Old Olympic Hwy, Sequim). Open daily through September, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
With 14,000 lavender plants spread over 12 acres at a former dairy farm, this family-run lavender farm is the largest in Sequim. Free informational tours describe the growing process from sowing to distilling — check in at the gift shop when you arrive to join the next tour.
Lavender Connection (1141 Cays Road, Sequim). Open Friday–Monday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., through Labor Day
Over the festival weekend (July 21–23), enjoy lavender oil distillation demos and scent “tastings,” as well as lavender lattes and Italian sodas. If you can’t make it this weekend, visit another time for U-Pick bunches, picnic opportunities and lawn games. Leashed pets are welcome.
Purple Haze (180 Bell Bottom Road, Sequim). Open Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., through Labor Day
Wander the fields, select your own lavender bouquet, pick up at-home spa products from the gift shop and sample the lavender ice cream and lemonade. Bring a picnic to extend the fun. This pet-friendly (on leashes, please!) spot also has chickens, ducks and peacocks on view.
Graysmarsh Farm (6187 Woodcock Road, Sequim). Open Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Pick your own lavender bunches and add to the farm experience with U-Pick raspberries, loganberries, blueberries and blackberries. You can also pick up seasonal vegetables and other farm products (culinary lavender, essential oil and honey) at the farm stand. Be sure to check the website before heading out to make sure the farm is open.
More lavender farms around Seattle and beyond
Fall City
Snofalls Lavender (4725 361st Ave. S.E., Fall City). Open daily, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
You don’t have to drive two hours or take a ferry to pick lavender! Visit this small roadside farm to pick up to 100 stems for $5 (trust me, that’s a lot of stems!). While cash is preferred, the farm recently started accepting credit cards as well. Make a day of the outing by visiting nearby Snoqualmie Falls or picking berries at Henna Blueberry Farm or another Carnation-area farm.
Vashon Island
Lavender Hill Farm (10425 S.W. 238th St., Vashon Island). Open Thursday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., through July 23
This small farm on Vashon Island is a perfect stop on your way from the ferry to the beach at Point Robinson or Maury Island Marine Park. (I recommend renting an e-bike from Vashon Adventures and touring the island). Pick your own bundle of lavender for $15 or select a handmade wreath or pre-picked bunch to take home. The farm store also offers bath products, dry lavender soda and lavender shortbread. Leashed pets are welcome, but note that picnicking is not permitted.
Whidbey Island
Western Sun Lavender (2530 Darst Road, Coupeville). Open Wednesday–Sunday, by reservation, through Aug. 27
This farm was formerly called Lavender Wind and it now has new owners. Reserve your tickets in advance online ($7 per person; children ages 12 and younger free) for a self-guided tour of the lavender farm and access to the farm’s picnic space.
Whatcom County
Laurel Lavender Farm (5842 Braeside Lane, Ferndale). Open daily in July 1–Aug. 13, 2023, 10 am.–5 p.m.
Pick your own bouquets or buy a pre-picked bunch. Bring a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of lawn games, farm-animal viewing (the goats are so cute) and essential oil distillation demos. (Check the Facebook page for dates; demos should start in late July).
Mount Rainier area
Cowlitz Falls Lavender Company (136 Falls Road, Randle). Open Friday–Sunday through Labor Day
Located in the foothills of the Cascades, roughly midway between Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens, this lavender farm is a great addition to a national park visit. It’s also located near the Covel Creek and Angel Falls and Layser Cave hikes for a fun-filled day in nature. Be sure to check the Facebook page or website to confirm they are open beforre heading out.
San Juan Island
Pelindaba Farm (45 Hawthorne Lane, Friday Harbor). Open daily through October, 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Bring a picnic to enjoy at this farm, after you’ve strolled through the fields where Pelindaba cultivates over 50 different varieties of organic lavender. From these varieties, the farm crafts some 200 different lavender products that you can buy at the farm store. Savor lavender lemonade, ice cream and cookies on a hot day and gather your own bouquet from their cutting field. Leashed pets are welcome.
Thurston County
Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm (9733 Evergreen Valley Rd. SE, Olympia). Open Thursday–Saturday, June 22–July 29, 2023, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm provides organic lavender, premium-quality essential oils and sprays, and handmade gifts from local artisans. This charming farm features 13 varieties of lavender, a gift shop, on-site distillation, happy honey bees and more. The property is secluded from traffic noise and is surrounded by large farms and a quiet creek.
Schirm Loop Homestead Lavender Farm (2434 Schirm Loop Road Northwest, Olympia) Open June 30 to September, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Head to this beautiful lavender farm and pick a bouquet, enjoy the view, shop at the gift shop or just hang out. Aug. 5–6 is the farm's fourth annual Lavender Festival, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Come enjoy local crafts, artists, Sweetlees Ice cream truck, rock painting activity table, live music and more.
Cobblefield Lavender Farm (18443 Sargent Rd SW, Rochester). Open Friday–Sunday, June 24–July 30, 2023, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
At a quarter acre, this farm is on the small size. Visitors are invited to bring a picnic or a book, to sit and relax and enjoy the beautiful color and scent of the fields. Head into the fields to enjoy some relaxing u-pick lavender time. On the weekends you might be able to see lavender oil being distilled. Pets are not allowed.
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in 2021 and updated for 2023.
