Fodor's Expert Review Hood River Lavender Farm

Part of the joy of visiting this organic U-pick lavender farm that harvests some 75 varieties of the plant is the beautiful drive up the hill from the village of Odell. Stroll through the fields of lavender, relax in a chair taking in mesmerizing views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams, or peruse the huge selection of lavender products in the gift shop—everything from lip balms and shampoo to infused teas and dried lavender bouquets. The season for picking fresh lavender yourself is June–September, but you can visit the shop Friday–Sunday the rest of the year.