The Best Christmas Tree Farms in America for Your Fir, Spruce or Pine

Summerdale, Alabama

If you can't get enough of Fish River Trees, you can extend your stay by renting one of their on-site cabins. With visits from Santa, camel and pony rides, and a bounce house, this is guaranteed family fun that's been going on for over 38 years.

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Anchorage, Alaska

Don't let the name fool you: Minnesota Bob's is your Alaskan winter wonderland. There are a variety of pre-cut Christmas trees, which are grown in — you guessed it — Minnesota. It's one of the last remaining Christmas tree lots around, so don't miss out on your opportunity to find the best tree for your home.

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Kingman, Arizona

Though you can enjoy any day at Mondell Pines, the Special Christmas Family Celebration keeps people coming back for more. You can expect a chat with Santa Claus, a petting zoo, hayrides, face painting, and holiday treats.

Little Rock, Arkansas

Foodies will flock to Motley's Tree Farm, where they have their very own fudge kitchen. Get your hands on candy cane and egg nog fudge at Motley's Fudge Kitchen (um ... yum!), and snack on it as you examine the farm's Christmas tree selection.

Santa Cruz, California

Established 70 years ago, Crest Ranch offers saws, along with free net wrapping and twine when you're ready to take your tree home. With gorgeous views, you'll be tempted to pack a picnic or stop for a bite at their snack bar. They're open on Thanksgiving, so you can get started on Christmas festivities ASAP.

Montrose, Colorado

Picking a tree is just the beginning at Covered Bridge Ranch. Breathtaking views, horseback rides, and countless photo opportunities are available at this beautiful farm. If you want to visit before Santa comes town, you can also go there during the fall to pick up a pumpkin.

Shelton, Connecticut

For 60 years, families have ventured to the Jones Family Farm for the tree of their dreams. After you find yours, stop by their Barnyard Shops for decor, mulled cider, and their "famous" trail mix cookies. For those over the age of 21, you can even take a pitstop to wind down at their winery's tasting room. This is 400-acre of pure Christmas fun.

Middletown, Delaware

Visitors have made McCarthy Tree Farm part of their annual family tradition because of everything that's offered here. Christmas music can be heard all around, and there's even a blacksmith shop with all the handmade wares you may need (or just want) in your home. They even make customized cowboy boots, so there's a lot happening here.

Eustis, Florida (Starting November 23)

St. Nick's Winter Wonderland is a kid's (or kid-at-heart's) dream. Complete with horse rides, a zip line, and rubber duck race (among other activities), you'll never be bored in Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest. Before you get too worn out, don't forget to cut your very own live tree.

Midway, Georgia (Starting November 29)

Cut your own tree, hop on for a hayride, and try to spot a wild turkey on Brewer’s Christmas Tree-Blueberry Farm. Santa comes around on occasion, probably because of the farm's homemade jams, jellies, and their hefty supply of cookies.

Wahiawa, Hawaii (November 29–December 23)

Prepare to say "Mele Kalikimaka" after you locate your Christmas tree at Helemano Farms. These trees are grown on-site, making it a unique, safer option for the Hawaiian environment. Have a pet? Dogs are welcome, as long as you keep them on a leash.

Harrison, Idaho

Gather your entire family for the ultimate photo op at Rusty Gate Tree Farm. Bundle up and spend your day walking through this magical spot in Idaho. It's also named after the family's beloved Labrador retriever, which we think is downright adorable.

Spring Grove, Illinois (Starting November 29)

Every day at Richardson Christmas Tree Farm, you can sip on free coffee and cocoa, snack on fresh fudge made on-site, and find a tree. But things get even more interesting over the weekend, when guests enjoy wagon rides, donuts, and homemade kettle corn. The farm also welcomes your dogs, so long as they're on a leash.

Thorntown, Indiana (Starting November 29)

You'll find people smiling and chopping away on any day during the Christmas season at Dull's Tree Farm, but there's one date on everyone's calendar: Newfoundland Day. On December 2, the South Central Newfoundland Club brings these big dogs in to help make your tree picking experience even more special.

Cambridge, Iowa (November 23–December 23)

Strautman Tree Farm offers thousands of trees that they'll prepare for your trip back home. While you're looking, don't pass up the opportunity to visit the holiday gift shop for hot cider, cookies, and more.

St. John, Kansas (Starting November 29)

The choose and cut farm experience is incomplete without a big cup of apple cider and a handful of fresh peanuts, which you can savor while sitting in front of Delp Christmas Tree Farm's fireplace. This farm has been running since the '50s, which makes it a historic destination for your holiday tree.

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Though it's been around for years, Lover’s Lane Tree Farm started a Christmas tree shop just two years ago. With handmade wreaths and all the Christmas music you could ask for, you'll want to bring your family over to Lover's Lane.

Angie, Louisiana (Starting November 28)

There are more than 1,000 trees available at Steele’s Christmas Tree Farm, and you can hop aboard for a hayride during the weekends. After shopping, you can keep the holiday spirit alive with some retail therapy at the gift shop.

Raymond, Maine (Starting November 29)

Head into the forest and determine which tree is the right one for you and your family at Balsam Ridge Christmas Tree Farm. Kids will love hanging out with farm animals and roasting marshmallows at their fire pit, and Santa stops by on December 1 and 2. What will keep you coming back for more is the farm's maple products, which are available year-round. Don't leave without picking up some maple butter, maple cream, and of course, maple syrup.

Sykesville, Maryland (Starting November 28)

Pine Valley Farms boasts plenty of trees to choose from. You can tag them before Thanksgiving, and have them delivered if you're in a nearby area. There isn't a choose and cut option this year, so be sure to select your tree at the farm as soon as possible. And did we mention there'll be free hot cocoa and cider?