WOODEN SHOE TULIP FARM
The owners of the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm have expanded beyond the beautiful tulips, adding a gift shop, winery, and family-friendly fun in the form of a kids’ area. In addition to fresh-cut flowers and potted tulips, gardeners can order tulip bulbs for fall planting, and even the most amateur photographers can capture incredible photos – you just can’t go wrong when you get 40 acres (16 ha) of tulips, a windmill, and Mount Hood in the frame. Head to WoodenShoe.com for a full list of festival activities and offerings.
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