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Draper Girls Country Farm – A Disappointing Stop on the Fruit Loop
I always make a point to support women-owned businesses, which made our experience at Draper Girls Farm all the more disappointing. From the moment we walked in, we felt unwelcome. The store is filled with unfriendly signs—“No touching,” “No tasting,” “Only paying guests beyond this point”—which created a tense and uninviting atmosphere.
At the cherry-picking area, we were shocked to learn that the minimum purchase required was a full bucket costing $56. In contrast, other nearby farms, like The Gorge White House, allow guests to pick as much or as little as they like, with cherries priced at a reasonable $6 per pound. Lavender bunches were double the price of what we’d just seen at Hope Ranch Lavender, and overall, prices throughout the farm were significantly higher than any other stop on the Fruit Loop.
To top it off, the staff’s demeanor was noticeably unfriendly. My family and I left quickly, feeling more like unwelcome tourists than valued guests. The experience lacked charm, atmosphere, and hospitality—and felt more like a tourist trap than a family farm.
Sadly, we wouldn’t recommend this stop. There are so many warm, welcoming farms in the area that offer better experiences, friendlier service, and fairer prices.