The Thanksgiving weekend whirlwind has come and gone and now it’s time to get ready for Christmas! Drag out those boxes of decorations and bins of ornaments and get ready to decorate your perfect family tree. Whether your clan likes to cut down a Christmas tree the old fashioned way or choose one pre-cut, we’ve got you covered with a local assortment of family-friendly tree farms to choose from. Many locations not only offer trees, wreaths and holiday decor, but also hot beverages and baked goods, winter hay rides, bonfires and photo ops with the big guy himself – Santa! So bundle up the little ones, pull on your rubber boots, grab your camera, and head out to the farm. You may just start a new family tradition!
Carnation Tree Farm offers a true Northwest holiday experience. Run by the same Norwegian family for 100 years and is listed on the National Register of Historic places, the farm is certified “Salmon Safe” and offers over 20 acres of U-cut trees. If needed, they will cut and assist you with tree selection. Tree shaking and netting is available, as well as tree delivery. Enjoy complimentary hot apple cider or purchase homemade baked goods, espresso drinks or Kettle Corn while the kids visit Santa for photos in the gift shop. U-cut varieties: Douglas, Grand, Nordmann, Fraser, Korean, Norway Spruce, and Noble Fir up to 30′. Also offering freshly harvested (pre-cut) Noble Firs 6-16’ (up to 20′ by special order), as well as hand-made wreaths from local greens, garland, swags and mistletoe.
31523 NE 40th Street
Carnation, Wa 98014
425-333-4510
Open Wed – Sun, 9:00 am-4:30 pm, Nov. 25th – Dec. 18th
Trinity Tree Farm is a not only a good old fashioned tree farm, but also a Christmas-themed park complete with winter hay rides, Santa train rides, and a bouncy castle. The farm offers u-cut trees, u-choose/they cut trees, and pre-cut trees. You can also choose from a wide assortment of Christmas wreaths, boughs, garlands, mistletoe, and decorations. Tree shaking, bagging or baling, and tying provided. You may just see Santa strolling by as you and your little ones enjoy s’mores by the bonfire and free hot chocolate or hot cider. Also offering a gift shop, concession stand, porta-potties, and picnic area. U-cut and pre-cut varieties: Douglas, Fraser, Grand, and Noble Fir.
14237 228th Avenue Se
Issaquah, Wa 98027
425-391-8733
Open Mon-Fri 10 am – 6pm, Sat-Sun 8 am – 6 pm, Nov. 25th – Dec. 18th (or until sold out)
Christmas Creek Tree Farm, located just 30 minutes from Seattle and the eastside in charming North Bend, invites you to take in the spectacular scenery while choosing the perfect u-cut Christmas tree. Then gather around the bonfire or inside the quaint log house for hot cider, coffee and cookies or take a hay ride and visit with Santa in his sleigh. U-cut varieties: Noble, Douglas, Grand, Shasta and Fraser Firs.
15515 468th Avenue SE
North Bend, Wa 98045 (view website for directions)
425-888-2099 or 888-534-TREE
Open Fri-Sun, 9:00 am – dusk, Nov. 25 – Dec. 11th
Honeytree Farm offers two family-owned farms for your u-cut Christmas tree experience. Whether you visit their 3-acre farm in Puyallup or their 11-acre farm in Auburn, you will be greeted with free hot cocoa, candy canes, and friendly service. Hunt for your perfect family tree, visit with Santa, and enjoy fresh kettle corn, popcorn and refreshments. Free tree shaking is offered and they’ll bale your tree for a $2 charge. Tree varieties vary by farm – Puyallup has mostly Fraser, Grand and some Noble Fir, while Auburn offers Douglas, Grand, Noble, Fraser Nordmann, and Shasta Fir and Norway Spruce. Don’t forget to pick up some trademark farm-fresh honey or a one of a kind holiday wreath. Be sure to visit their website for a coupon for $3 off any item.
21606 Southeast Green Valley Road
Auburn, Wa 98092
253-333-8934
Auburn: Mon-Fri, 12:00 – 5 pm and Sat-Sun, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, beginning Nov. 25
Puyallup: Saturdays & Sundays only from 10 am – 4:30 pm, beginning Nov. 26
Trees ‘n Bees Farm
Located in Auburn, Trees ‘n Bees Farm has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1972. Head over to cut down your own Christmas tree and choose from varieties that include Douglas Fir, Noble Fir, Norway Spruce, Grand Fir, and many more. The 40 acre farm not only offers tons of trees to choose from, but its also maintains about 25-30 hives on honeybees year round. Their home-made honey is sure to make a great present!
34747 162nd Ave SE
Auburn, Wa 98092
253-939-1149
Open: Nov 25 – Dec 3 from 9:00 am – 7:00pm daily.
Farmer Brown
Take the fam for a day in the rustic outdoors at Farmer Brown’s Christmas Tree Farm. The farm offers 1,000 trees over 32 acres. They have kettle corn, hot dogs, music, a bon fire, hot cocoa and cider.
12017 109th Avenue NE
Arlington, Wa 98223
Open: 9:00 am to dusk Friday, Saturday and Sunday through December 19
We want to hear from you! What is your family’s favorite Christmas tree farm in the Seattle area? Let us know!
— Susan Ossinger
