For those who can’t bear to skip a day of riding, these destinations feature lavender AND horses. But the best news? You don’t have to buy an international plane ticket to visit them! All of these farms are right here in the US.
CAPE COD
Scents: Cape Cod Lavender Farm
Saddle: True North Farm
This family-owned farm boasts acres of almost-ocean-side lavender. So you can take a swim in the morning and a ride in the afternoon with a stroll through the lavender fields in between!
PENNSYLVANIA
Scents: Hope Hill Lavender Farm LLC
Saddle: Ravens Run Riding Resort
Hope Hill began as a place for the owners’ rescue horses to live, but it has since blossomed into a lovely lavender farm with tours and a small shop.
MICHIGAN
Scents: Lavender Hill Farm
Saddle: Northern Michigan Equine Therapy
Live music events and a calendar of family-friendly activities make this farm a great destination if you find yourself in Michigan. Then pop over to the nearby Equine Therapy center to volunteer!
WASHINGTON
Scents: Purple Haze Organic Lavender Farm
Saddle: Red Hawk Stables
Enjoy some lavender ice cream when you visit Purple Haze Farm. Follow it up with a guided trail ride through beautiful Washington state.
CALIFORNIA
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Scents: 123 Farm Organics
Saddle: Showcase Training Stables
Southern California’s largest certified organic lavender farm boasts a farm camp for kids and an annual lavender festival.
VIRGINIA
Scents: White Oak Lavender Farm
Saddle: Kemper Knoll Farm
White Oak offers the full relaxation experience: fields of lavender and wine tasting featuring local vineyards.
NEW YORK
Scents: Lavender By the Bay
Saddle: Hidden Lake Farm Riding School Inc.
This Long Island farm is the perfect escape from a busy week in NYC or the Hampton Classic.
HAWAII
Scents: Ali’i Kula Lavender
Saddle: Thompson Ranch Riding Stables
Hawaii may be known as a tropical paradise, but this farm proves that lavender can be paradisiacal too! Hop on a horse for the ultimate experience.
NEW MEXICO
Scents: Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Saddle: Red Horse Riding Company
A stay at this sustainable, rustic farm makes for unforgettable memories. And don’t forget to explore the majestic New Mexico landscape by horseback!