ORACLE ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Lavender Afternoons at Life Under The Oaks: 9+ Acres of Picnics, Paths and Play
A concise guide to visiting Life Under The Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle — layout, picnic offerings, hours and ticketing so you can plan a relaxed family outing.
Lavender Afternoons at Life Under The Oaks: 9+ Acres of Picnics, Paths and Play.
Life Under The Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle unfolds across more than nine acres of planted rows and meandering paths, offering cozy picnic nooks, a kids’ play area with a tire swing, friendly farm animals and intentionally framed photo spots; visitors can enhance a visit by pre-ordering a handcrafted lavender-themed picnic basket (breakfast or lunch) to enjoy on the property.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Lavender across 9+ acres
The farm’s more-than-nine acres are laid out with meandering paths and quaint photo locations that frame the lavender plantings and pastoral views.
Handcrafted lavender picnic baskets
Pre-order a lavender-themed breakfast or lunch basket to add a culinary note to your visit—baskets are an optional extra available with Open Farm Admission.
Kids’ play area and friendly farm animals
The property is set up for family visits, with a dedicated kids’ play area (including a tire swing) and approachable farm animals for younger visitors to meet.
What the day feels like
What a visit feels like
A visit is a slow, family-friendly afternoon: stroll the paths between plantings, pause at one of the cozy picnic spots, visit the play area and animals, and, if you ordered one, collect a lavender-themed breakfast or lunch to enjoy on-site.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Farm hours vary by date range: through April 30 the farm is open 10:00 AM–3:00 PM with the field closing at 2:30 PM; from May 1–July 31 the farm is open 8:00 AM–1:00 PM with the field closing at 12:30 PM. Online Farm Entry tickets close 24 hours in advance; day-of tickets may be purchased at the gate.
Bring picnic blankets or low chairs for comfort in the cozy picnic spots; if you want a handcrafted lavender-themed breakfast or lunch, pre-order that basket at least 24 hours before your visit (baskets incur an additional cost).
Pre-ordered baskets and treat boxes are prepared for pick up starting at 9:30 AM and should be collected by 11:30 AM.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the farm open?
Through April 30 the farm hours are 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (field closes at 2:30 PM). From May 1 through July 31 the farm hours are 8:00 AM–1:00 PM (field closes at 12:30 PM).
Can I buy tickets the same day?
Online Farm Entry tickets close 24 hours in advance; day-of Farm Entry tickets can be purchased at the gate.
Are picnic baskets available?
Yes—handcrafted lavender-themed breakfast and lunch picnic baskets are available for an additional cost and must be pre-ordered at least 24 hours in advance with Open Farm Admission.
When do I pick up a pre-ordered basket?
Baskets and treat boxes are ready for pick up at 9:30 AM and should be picked up by 11:30 AM.
Is the farm suitable for children?
Yes—the property is family-friendly with a kids’ play area (including a tire swing) and friendly farm animals for children to visit.
What’s in the picnic baskets?
Breakfast baskets offer a choice of main and side (examples include Vegetarian Quiche or Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with fruit salad or lavender breakfast potatoes); lunch baskets offer a choice of main and side (examples include Lavender Chicken Salad Sandwich, Vegetarian Sandwich, or Turkey & Lavender Herbed Boursin Cheese Wrap with fruit salad or lavender potato salad).