Since the ‘vera’ varietal is widely considered one of the best oil producing lavenders, this is the variant that is most prominent at 123 Farm and is harvested on site in a single stainless-steel distilling unit. Hypnotic might be too strong a word… or not strong enough.Ĭommercially, the majority of lavender is grown to yield oil through the simple process of steam distillation. As you walk through the lush purple and green landscape, surrounded by the San Bernardino Mountains, it almost feels like you’re in the midst of a dream as the familiar scent of lavender pervades the air all around you. During this stretch of summer, 123 Farm opens its two lavender fields to the public for a leisurely stroll. This coincides with 123 Farm’s yearly Lavender Festival, typically held in early June (unfortunately, the 2020 festival was canceled due to COVID19). Blooming season for this perennial shrub generally runs from May thru July, depending on the variety. In addition to its famed lavender, 123 Farm also presses olive oil from its large grove of olive trees (they host a yearly Olive Oil Festival in October) and raise sheep, heirloom chickens, and pigs (they host a yearly Sheep-Shearing Festival in April).īut we’re here to talk about lavender. It began as a stagecoach stop before undergoing several permutations as a resort destination, attracting visitors such as Wyatt Earp, Albert Einstein, Bob Hope, Elizabeth Taylor, and Ernest Hemingway. At over 160 years old, 123 Farm at Highland Springs Ranch & Inn has quite the history. All produce grown on the property is certified organic and comes from heirloom, non-GMO seeds, and no chemical pesticides are used on the property. While the real count there isn’t quite that high (they still grow a lot of varietals though!), the lavender fields at 123 Farm is an impressive sight to behold.Ĭonsidered Southern California’s largest lavender farm with over 20 acres devoted to this fragrant crop, 123 Farm at Highland Springs Ranch & Inn takes pride in its health-minded legacy. Who knew that there are almost 450 different varieties of lavender in the world?! This staggering total is a little easier to imagine once you visit the abundance of lavender grown at 123 Farm in Cherry Valley, California. Please see their website below (under “resources”) for schedule of events and current information. Lavender-infused foods (sandwiches, desserts, alcoholic drinks, etc.) available for purchase.ġ23 Farm hosts a variety of events throughout the year such as a Lavender Festival, Olive Oil Festival, Sourdough Bread Festival, and a Sheep Sheering Festival. Lavender-infused products (candles, essential oils, soaps, etc.) available for purchase. (at time of this post)ĭue to COVID19 health measures, food and gift purchases are by credit card only. Guests are required to stay on the fixed course all other paths are closed.
#HIGHLAND SPRINGS RANCH FREE#
Please visit their website below (under “resources”) for any updates due to COVID19.Ĭost: $8 adults / $7 seniors & health care workers / $4 children 5yrs+ / Free - children under 5
#HIGHLAND SPRINGS RANCH CODE#
Enforcement is based on the honor code system, but please observe. While the website asks to limit your walk to 30 minutes to avoid overcrowding, the staff on site told us that we were welcome to stay up to an hour. When visiting please wear a mask or other face-covering for your protection and that of others. The last ticket is at 5PM and the farm closes at 6PM.īring your printed ticket or screen ticket to the outdoor admissions entry. No walkups allowed.Īdmission will be accepted up to 30 minutes after the time on your ticket. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Hours of Operation: Lavender Fields Walk (seasonal) - June 6th thru July 19th, 2020: Wednesday thru Sunday, 10AM to 5PMġ23 Farm is currently observing social distancing & health guidelines due to COVID19. Location: At Highland Springs Ranch & Inn - 10600 Highland Springs Ave.
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