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National Forests across the country are now offering permits to cut down a Christmas Tree through Recreation.gov. Buy your permit online before you arrive, gather your family and friends, and create memories that help you #BringHomeaStory this holiday season!
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For many who explore America's public lands and waters, Site Passes can be a convenient way to visit these special places. Site Passes for dozens of destinations across the country can be purchased on Recreation.gov to cover entrance, standard amenity (day use), or recreation fees for that

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Rio Grande National Forest
Near Monte Vista, Colorado
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Rio Grande National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read...
PSICC
Near Guffey, Colorado
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Pike & San Isabel National Forests! It's a special experience that can create lifelong memories. If this is your first time cutting your own Christmas tree, or if it has been a family tradition for generations, please tak...
Plumas National Forest
Near Quincy, California
The permit authorizes the cutting and removal of up to two Christmas trees per household only from Plumas National Forest Lands. Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one....
Payette National Forest
Near Riggins, Idaho
Christmas Tree permits for the Payette National Forest are now available! This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Payette National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll ...
Ottawa National Forest
Near Ewen, Michigan
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Ottawa National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and...
Olympic National Forest
Near Forks, Washington
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within the Olympic National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and agree to all the t...
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Near Stehekin, Washington
This $5 permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be s...
Ocala National Forest
Near Astor, Florida
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Ocala National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and agre...
Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Near Riggins, Idaho
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within the national forests of Idaho and Montana! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and agre...
Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
Near Crawford, Nebraska
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please b...
Mt. Hood National Forest
Near Rhododendron, Oregon
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Mt. Hood National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable experience. Please be sure to...
Monongahela National Forest
Near Valley Head, West Virginia
Create special memories by bringing your family to the Monongahela National Forest to cut your own Christmas tree. A permit is required to cut any Christmas tree on National Forest land. One permit is allowed per household and is limited to one tree per permit. Each forest has limitations on ...
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Near Darrington, Washington
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest ! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please b...
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
Near Laramie, Wyoming
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests for personal use. Selecting and cutting a special tree from the forest is a treasured family holiday tradition for a growing number of people. In order to conserve this forest product ...
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Near Orangeville, Utah
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Manti-La Sal National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to re...
Malheur National Forest
Near John Day, Oregon
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree on the Malheur National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and agree to all the tips ...
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Near South Lake Tahoe, California
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Be prepared to ...
Lolo National Forest
Near Missoula, Montana
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within the national forests of Montana! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be sure to read and agree to all t...
Lincoln National Forest
Near Mayhill, New Mexico
The selection and cutting of a Christmas tree has been a treasured New Mexican tradition for many generations. Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to be able to offer tree permit sales and help with any information gathering you’ll need to make your trip a safe ...
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Near Selma, Oregon
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be su...
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