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Picking out a Christmas tree is a big deal for many families, a marker of the season. Sure, you could grab a nice-looking tree on your grocery run or even dust off the plastic one you have in the garage, but where’s the fun in that? Maybe this is the year to head out to a U-cut Christmas tree farm and turn your tree selection into a real-live family outing!
In addition to beautiful live Christmas trees, some Seattle-area Christmas tree farms offer free hot beverages, visits with Santa, festive photo ops, wagon rides and more. And not to worry, cutting down your own tree is not as intimidating as it might sound. Most farms offer precut options to choose from if hand-sawing isn’t your thing.
Whether you source your tree from a U-cut farm or by foraging in a national forest (find details at the end of this article), the family time, rosy cheeks and fresh evergreen scent wafting through your home will make the trek well worth it.
Important: We recommend double-checking the farm’s website or Facebook page before heading out, as availability can change day by day.
Eastside spots for U-cut Christmas trees
Lora Lee’s Family Farm, Duvall
Whether you want to cut your own Christmas tree or just pick one out and let someone else do the work, this is the spot to visit. Loara Lee’s Family Farm offers five types of fir trees, some of which are more than 12 feet tall! The farm opens for the U-cut Christmas tree season on Friday, Nov. 27. It will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays until the trees sell out. You can also shop handmade wreaths and curated gifts while you sip on a warm drink. There are farm animals to meet, too!
Location: 17651 W. Snoqualmie River Rd. N.E., Duvall
Trinity Tree Farm, Issaquah
This Christmas tree farm is a favorite of many Seattle- and Eastside-area families. It gets busy on the weekends, so try going on a weekday. Warm up with hot cocoa or cide, browse the gift shop in the log cabin or grab a bite at the weekend holiday cafe. Kids can meet Santa on Nov. 28–29 and Dec. 5–6, and don’t miss the Newfoundland dog tree pull event on Nov. 28! The farm also offers U-cut and precut trees, with complimentary saws and loading assistance.
Opening day is Nov. 21, 2026, and the farm will remain open until trees sell out. Hours are Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–6 p.m., and Black Friday, Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Check the farm’s website or Facebook page for details. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
Tip: Families can also pretag a tree Nov. 14–15 to cut and collect later.
Location: 14237 228th Ave. S.E., Issaquah
Buttonwood Farm, Redmond
Buttonwood Farm grows 100 percent certified organic Christmas trees, including Douglas, Noble, Grand and Turkish firs, plus Blue Spruce. Get your hands dirty cutting your tree and loading it yourself or take advantage of their white glove delivery service. This Christmas tree farm is open by appointment only again this year and it books up fast! Open select days starting Nov. 13, 2026. Check the website or Facebook page for updates.
Location: 14500 N.E. 116th St., Redmond
Serres Farm, Redmond
Editor’s note: We are awaiting 2026 information from Serres Farm. Check back soon!
Serres Farm is a small farm tucked away in Redmond, just off of Redmond–Fall City Road. Wander among the trees to find your perfect pick, with U-cut and precut options available, including Nordmann and Noble firs. The farm provides saws and offers help with cutting, netting and loading your tree. Christmas tree season typically begins around Thanksgiving, but 2026 opening dates have not yet been announced. Call 425-868-3017 or check the farm’s Facebook page for updates.
Location: 20306 N.E. 50th St., Redmond
Mountain Creek Christmas Tree Farm, Snoqualmie
A farm with a view, this longtime Christmas tree farm is located near the base of beautiful Mount Si. The farm has been in the family since 1946 and offers a large selection of Douglas and Grand firs, including trees measuring 8–10 feet tall. Browse the gift shop and warm up with a cup of hot cider or coffee while you’re there.
The farm lists an opening date of Nov. 16 and plans to remain open through Dec. 23, or until trees sell out. Appointments are required for U-cut Christmas trees through Dec. 6, with no reservations needed starting Dec. 7. Hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m. on weekends and 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on weekdays. Closed Tuesdays. Book an appointment on the farm’s website or call 425-888-1770 with questions.
Location: 6821 440th Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie
Christmas Creek Tree Farm, North Bend
Stay warm with some complimentary hot cider or coffee and peruse the amazing selection of trees offered at Christmas Creek. This festive farm offers U-cut and precut trees, including Noble, Nordmann, Grand and Douglas firs. Enjoy a hayride, cozy up by the fire pits, browse the gift shop or grab some sweet treats from North Bend Bakery. The farm also offers tree flocking this year, if you want that fresh-snow look!
Opening weekend is Nov. 21–22, 2026, with additional preseason hours on Nov. 25. Regular season hours begin Nov. 27, with select dates through Dec. 13, or until trees sell out. Don’t miss Santa Breakfast on Nov. 21 or the festive Santa Night events on Dec. 3, 4 and 11, featuring crafts, cocoa and special time with Santa. Tickets are required for these special events, but no appointments are needed for regular tree shopping. Leashed dogs are welcome, too!
More details are coming soon, be sure to check the farm’s website or Facebook page for updates.
Location: 15515 468th Ave. S.E., North Bend
North Sound U-cut Christmas tree farms
Stocker Farms, Snohomish
Stocker Farms keeps families visiting in all seasons: sunflowers in the summer, pumpkins in the fall and trees in the winter! Choose from five varieties of U-cut and precut trees, including Noble, Nordmann, Fraser, Douglas and Grand firs. Warm up with hot cider, cocoa or coffee, gather around the communal fire pit and snap some festive family photos. The farm also sells fresh wreaths, garlands and holiday greenery, along with locally made goodies and gifts. Tree shaking, baling and twine are provided free of charge.
Opening dates for the 2026 Christmas tree season have not yet been announced, so check the farm’s website and the Facebook page for updates before heading out. Note that pets are not allowed.
Location: 8705 Marsh Rd., Snohomish
Holiday Forest Christmas Tree Farm, Stanwood
Head to this sweet family-owned farm for a vast selection of fir and spruce trees. Photo ops abound, with sweet decorations and a sleigh. After you’ve walked the farm, warm up with free hot cocoa or apple cider by the fire pit. Just remember to save some time for browsing the gift shop! Saws and cutting assistance are available, and leashed dogs are welcome, too.
Opening day is Nov. 21, 2026, and the farm will be open daily through Dec. 20. Hours are 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Friday–Sunday and 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday. Closed Thanksgiving Day. Tree prices start at $80.
Tip: Bring cash if you can! Credit cards are accepted with a 3 percent surcharge, but the farm recommends having a backup payment method.
Location: 3125 280th St. N.W., Stanwood
Farmer Brown’s Christmas Tree Farm, Arlington
With 32 acres of Christmas trees, the options at Farmer Brown’s are plentiful! Choose from Noble, Grand, Fraser and Douglas firs, along with Norway and Colorado Blue spruce. The farm also offers precut and flocked trees if you’d rather skip the sawing. While you’re there, warm your toes by the bonfire, grab some hot cocoa, cider or a hot dog, and enjoy festive Christmas music. Wander the property to discover ponds, wildlife and even a wishing well!
The farm typically opens around Thanksgiving and lists hours of Thursday–Monday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. However, its 2026 opening date has not yet been confirmed. Call Farmer Brown himself at 360-659-6686 or check the farm’s Facebook page for updates before heading out.
Location: 12017 109th Ave. N.E., Arlington
South Sound Christmas tree farms
Papa’s Tree Farm, Maple Valley
At this family-owned farm, you’ll find a great selection of Christmas trees ranging from 5–11 feet tall. Take a ride on the adorable train, and plan for photos with fun holiday backdrops. Save some time to browse the gift shop and warm up with a cup of free apple cider.
The farm typically opens the day after Thanksgiving, but its 2026 opening date and hours have not yet been confirmed. Check the farm’s website for updates or call 206-786-5520 before heading out.
Location: 26429 S.E. 200th St., Maple Valley
Edlynn Farm, Graham
This festive family-owned farm offers several varieties of fir trees, some reaching 8 feet tall! Saws and twine have been provided in previous seasons to help families cut and bring home their perfect tree. Keep an eye out for trees marked with pink tags, too. In past years, these trees were brushed or nibbled on by the farm’s resident elk herd and offered at a 50 percent discount. Talk about a Christmas tree with a little charm!
The farm is planning to welcome visitors back for the 2026 Christmas tree season, but opening dates, hours and tree varieties have not yet been announced. Check the farm’s website for updates before heading out.
Location: 25921 158th Ave. Ct. E., Graham
Honeytree Farm, Auburn
Grab some free hot cocoa to warm your hands and then set off on your Christmas tree hunt! You’ll find plenty of options on this 11-acre farm, with U-cut and precut trees available, including some towering 9- to 12-foot beauties. When your mission is complete, browse the gift shop for locally produced honey and other goodies, and grab a candy cane. You might even spot jolly ol’ Saint Nick himself! Santa usually visits during the first two weekends of the season.
Opening day is Nov. 27, 2026, at 9 a.m. The farm is open Monday–Friday, 10 a.m. until dark, and weekends, 9 a.m. until dark, until precut trees sell out. U-cut trees may sell out earlier, so plan to visit early if you want to cut your own. Tree shaking is free, and netting and baling cost $2.
Check the Facebook page for details and updates.
Location: 21606 S.E. Green Valley Rd., Auburn
Schilter Family Farm, Olympia
Survey this Christmas tree farm to find your majestic match. Choose from several varieties of fir trees, or pick up a precut tree if you’d rather skip the sawing. Once you’ve selected your tree, the farm offers shaking, netting and flocking services to get it ready for the journey home. Warm up with cocoa in one of the cozy Cocoa Cabanas, or stop by the Country Gift Shop for fresh cider doughnuts, homemade fudge and holiday gifts. Don’t miss the lighted nativity scene in the farm’s 140-year-old barn!
The farm is open Nov. 27–Dec. 13, 2026, with no admission fee. Families can also enjoy wagon rides and visits with Santa, who is scheduled to appear on the first two Saturdays of the season, Nov. 28 and Dec. 5, from noon–3 p.m. Visit the farm’s Facebook page for more details.
Location: 141 Nisqually Cutoff Rd. S.E., Olympia
Coates Christmas Trees, Auburn
Cheer abounds at this wonderfully decorated Christmas tree farm in Auburn! Sip on complimentary hot chocolate or cider, snap some festive family photos and search for your perfect tree. Choose from seven varieties, including Noble, Douglas, Fraser and Korean firs, along with Blue spruce. One nice perk? Trees of the same variety cost the same regardless of size, so you can pick the one you love without worrying about the height! Leashed pets are welcome, too.
The farm is expected to open Nov. 21, 2026, with hours of 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on weekends, until trees sell out. Santa visits are reportedly planned for Nov. 21–22, Nov. 27–29 and Dec. 5–6, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Call 253-709-6293 or check the Facebook page for updates.
Location: 17225 S.E. Green Valley Rd., Auburn
How to cut a Christmas tree from the national forest
This is a perfect Christmas tradition for adventurous, outdoorsy families, but you do need to be prepared. Here are important tips:
First, you’ll need to obtain a $10 permit to cut within the Mount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest (which, if you live in the Puget Sound area, is where you’ll be cutting). Each non-refundable permit allows the cutting of one tree (15 feet or under in height with a maximum stump height of 12 inches). The season runs from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31, 2025. You must print and bring your permit with you.
You will need to purchase a Sno-Park parking permit as well if you will be parking in a designated Sno-Park parking lot. You’ll need a Northwest Forest Pass if parking at a designated trailhead.
For most area families, the closest spots will be in North Bend off Interstate 90 or via Forest Service roads off 410 past Enumclaw and Buckley, heading into Greenwater (near Mount Rainier), but there are locations north as well (such as Highway 2 and the Mountain Loop Scenic Byway).
You can get lots more information and maps at the Forest Service site, or when you pick up your permit.
Be sure to cut only in permissible areas. Cutting down a tree from a campground, private land, or within 150 feet of a stream, lake or wetland area, is a big no-no!
Once you’ve decided where to go, follow a few guidelines to make sure your outing stays fun and safe.
- Check the weather and road conditions before you go. Note that getting to many areas where you can cut a tree will require driving on unpaved, unplowed roads. Consider going early in the season before there is a lot of snow on the roads. Do bring along a shovel and chains as a precaution, and always tell someone where you are going before heading out on any outdoor excursion. Most of these areas will not have cell coverage.
- Dress appropriately. Make sure everyone dresses in layers and appropriately for cold weather.
- Bring snacks! Pack a picnic lunch if you’ll be out most of the day.
- Be flexible. Keep in mind that you won’t be getting a pruned or shaped tree. Make sure your family is on board with the natural look before you go.
- Don’t forget your saw, your printed permit, and rope or twine to secure your tree to the top of your car.
Editor’s note: This article was first published in 2020 and updated most recently on Oct. 27, 2026, by ParentMap’s editorial team. A new farm was added and all information was fact-checked for the season.
