9 Best Christmas Tree Farms Near Seattle
Last Updated on April 18, 2024 by Kelly
There is just nothing like the smell of a freshly-cut Christmas tree. Visiting a Christmas tree farm is a classic winter tradition. Whether you’re looking for a Douglas Fir or a Noble Fir, plenty of farms have trees in all shapes and sizes. If you’re hoping to cut a Christmas tree this year, we have compiled a list of the 9 best Christmas tree farms near Seattle. Even if you don’t want to bring a freshly cut tree home, visiting a Christmas tree farm is a fun holiday activity. In this post, we’ll share which farms have complimentary hot beverages, which farms have photo ops, which farms have train rides, and which farms Santa will be visiting!
Trinity Tree Farm
14237 228th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Trinity Tree Farm has Douglas Fir, Noble Fir, Grand Fir, Nordmann, and Fraser Fir trees in their 36-acres of fields, as well as a pre-cut selection. If you don’t want to cut down your own Christmas tree, you can certainly pick one up and enjoy your visit exploring the farm.
Trinity Tree Farm also offers wreath-building workshops. The classes include everything you need to build your wreath, including ornaments and ribbons. During the workshop, there’s also a charcuterie board for snacking and you can sip on a glass of wine.
You can warm up next to their fire with a complimentary hot beverage, and they also have a log cabin gift shop. They provide a complimentary hand saw, complimentary assistance loading your Christmas tree in your vehicle, and complimentary tree tie down (which may be delayed up to an hour on the weekends). We think this is a good farm to go to if you’re a beginner, because they do offer so much assistance with each step. Trinity Tree Farm also has a 1955 antique fire engine for photos. During the weekends, there’s breakfast, lunch, and espresso available for purchase. This is one of the best Christmas tree farms near Seattle.
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Christmas Creek Tree Farm
15515 468th Ave SE, North Bend, WA 98045
Christmas Creek Tree Farm has the following types of trees to choose from: Nordman Fir, Noble Fir, Grand Fir, and Douglas Fir. Prices range from $65 to $150 depending on the type of tree you choose and its height. Additionally, they will also have pre-cut Noble Firs. They also provide complementary hot apple cider or coffee. They’ve also partnered with the North Bend Bakery to have treats available for purchase. Christmas Creek Tree Farm is the largest Choose & Cut Christmas Tree farm in the North Bend Valley.
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Carnation Tree Farm
3861 Tolt Ave, Carnation, WA 98014
Carnation Tree Farm has been family-owned since 1901 and it’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On their farm, they have 7-acres of trees. You can find Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Grand Fir, Noble Fir, and Nordmann Fir. They also have Norway and Blue Spruce. This farm has the most variety of trees that we have seen so far. They offer free tree shaking, baling, and recycling with every Christmas tree purchase. In addition to Christmas trees, they also sell fresh cedar garlands, fresh wreaths, tree stands, and mistletoe.
Coates Christmas Trees
17225 SE Green Valley Rd, Auburn, WA 98092
Coates Christmas Trees allows dogs on the property if they are leashed. Santa typically visits the farm on select dates!
Three Tree Farms
28033 SE 216th St, Maple Valley, WA 98038
This year, Three Tree Farms is offering freshly cut trees for pick-up. You can also find handmade wreaths, and they provide complimentary hot beverages and candy canes for the kids.
Enchanted Winds Christmas Tree Farm
18021 Issaquah-Hobart Road Southeast, Issaquah, WA 98027
The greeters at Enchanted Winds Christmas Tree Farm will help you find your perfect tree. Their crew will also shake, square cut, and securely tie down your tree for you. Their big red barn is decorated and filled with gifts, ornaments, and decorations. You can also buy garlands and wreaths. Enchanted Wind Christmas Tree Farm also offers complimentary hot cider and cookies during your visit.
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Stocker Farms
8705 Marsh Rd, Snohomish, WA 98296
Stocker Farms provides free shaking, baling, hand saws, and twine. You’ll need to secure your own tree to the roof of your vehicle. They will have some Christmas photo ops, and they will be selling wreaths and gift items. No pets are allowed on the farm, and no professional photography is permitted unless you contract with their recommended photographer. On the weekends, kettle corn, espresso, and hot chocolate is for sale. This farm has been operating since 1919…. over 100 years!
We recently visited Stocker Farms and we really enjoyed walking through the rows of Christmas trees. There was freshly-fallen snow, so it was the perfect Christmas activity! We’ve been to this farm on numerous occasions throughout the seasons, and they do a good job serving their customers.
McMurtrey’s Red-Wood Christmas Tree Farm
13925 Woodinville – Redmond Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Leashed dogs are permitted on the farm. You’ll need to make a reservation for u-cut trees, and no reservations are needed for pre-cut trees.
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Crystal Creek Tree Farm
23604 SE 192nd St, Maple Valley, WA 98038
Tips for Visiting a Christmas Tree Farm
- Measure your space: Before you leave, measure your space so you know what height and diameter of tree will fit in your room. Trees will look smaller when they’re outside… until you take them home! It helps to measure in advance so you will know what you’re looking for in advance.
- Review the website: These local farms all have different days in which they are open and different operating hours. Some will provide equipment (such as hand saws) and some may not. If you hope to bring a pet, you’ll want to verify on their website if they allow dogs on the premises.
- Bring cash: Most farms accept credits cards, but some may not. It’ll be good to have cash on hand just in case. (Especially for food and beverage booths.)
- Ask about shaking and baling: We recommend that you shake your trees. Many farms have a mechanical shaker. The reason why this is important is because most bugs will be shaken off the tree before you bring your tree home. It’s also helpful to have your tree baled. Baling is when the tree’s branches are compressed to the trunk so you can transport it home easier.
- Watch your step: There will be small tree stumps throughout the field where other people cut their trees, so be careful not to trip. If you have young children, closely supervise them and walk carefully.
- Bring hand sanitizer: Hand sanitizer will help to remove any sap or pitch from your hands.
- Dress in layers: The weather can change quite a bit while you drive to the farms. Once you get to the farm and start sawing down a tree, you may warm up. If you bring lots of layers, you’ll be prepared either way.
- Bring your camera: Christmas tree farms are great for family photos! Make sure you pack your camera. If you use your phone, make sure you have a portable charger.
- Keep the tree away from heat sources: When you bring your Christmas tree home, make sure you keep it away from heat sources, as the trees are obviously flammable.
- Check out the Puget Sound Christmas Tree Association webpage: This website has helpful resources to help you prepare for your trip.
Summary
We’ve personally visited some of these farms, and we think it’s a fun Christmas tradition. Last year, we took our family photo at one of the farms for our Christmas cards. We hope this post was helpful in finding the best Christmas tree farms near Seattle!
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