It’s never too early to start thinking about a freshly cut Christmas tree. If you’re looking to cut your own this year, now is the time to make plans. Several tree farms are by reservation only and fill up fast. Others offer opening weekend deals on Thanksgiving weekend.
Check out these local Christmas tree farms, which are just about an hour and a half from the city!
Cut Your Own Tree in Westchester County, NY
Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm – Yorktown Heights
1335 White Hill Road
914-245-5111
Hours: November 29th to mid-December, Wednesday-Monday, 10 am-4 pm. Reservations are required on November 29 & 30th.
Price: Call for information; a $40 deposit is required when making a reservation, which will go toward the purchase of your tree
This cut-your-own Christmas tree farm offers Fraser fir trees, as well as some pre-cut Fraser firs. Enjoy a farm market, gift shop, and bakery at this Westchester Christmas tree farm near NYC.
Christmas Tree Farms in Orange County
Emmerich Tree Farm – Warwick
101 Sleepy Valley Road
845-986-0151
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Hours: Weekends beginning Friday, November 28th, from 9 am-3:30 pm by reservation only.
Price: Call for information; a $40 deposit is required when making a reservation, which will go toward the purchase of your tree
Free trimming, drilling, shaking, and baling. The farm offers 10 varieties of trees to choose from, including spruce, pine, and fir. Inventory is updated daily online.
Pine View Farm – New Windsor
575 Jackson Ave.
845-564-4111
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Hours: December 6th & 7th, between 9 am and 4 pm
Price: $110 for all trees
The farm carefully harvests a variety of tree species, including blue, white, and Meyer spruces, and several different firs at this Orange County Christmas tree farm. Bow saws and tree carts are available. Staff will bale and secure your tree to your vehicle for your trip home.
Fairfield County, CT, Christmas Tree Farms
Jones Family Farm – Shelton
606 Walnut Tree Hill Road
203-929-8425
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Hours: Open daily starting November 22nd through Christmas Eve (except Thanksgiving Day), 9 am-5:30 pm, but you must arrive by 4 pm to cut your own tree. Reservations are only required on the 3-day Thanksgiving weekend and the first weekend in December.
Price: Prices vary depending on the size of the tree.
Twine and tree baling services are available. Holiday decorations, traditional crafts, and ornaments for sale. Refreshments on hand. Leashed dogs are welcome during Christmas time, though they are not allowed in all areas.
Maple Row Farm – Easton
555 North Park Avenue
203-261-9577
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Hours: Starting November 23rd, daily (except Thanksgiving) from 9 am-4:30 pm
Price: $136 on weekends for pre-cut trees. $14 off on weekdays. Cut-your-own varies.
Cut-your-own and pre-cut trees are available at this Connecticut farm. Tree baling and assistance are provided. Saws are provided, or bring your own (no chainsaws allowed). Wreaths, roping, tree stands, and holiday accessories are for sale. You can also take a joyride on one of their hayrides or snuggle up with some of their hot cocoa and snacks.
Fairview Tree Farm – Shelton
2 Sawmill City Road
203-944-9090
Hours: November 28th through December 21st, no reservations required to cut or select a tree
Prices: $108 plus tax for trees up to 10′ tall, other sizes vary
Cut your own Christmas tree at this Fairfield County Christmas tree farm. The farm is also known for its seasoned firewood, great for wood-burning stoves or fireplaces. Be sure to check out their wreaths too, which range in size from 12 inches to four feet!
Long Island Tree Farms
Elwood Pumpkin Farm – Huntington
1500 E. Jericho Turnpike
631-368-8626
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Hours: Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm, by appointment only
Price: Call for information. No credit cards.
A 20-acre farm in western Long Island that offers fir and spruce trees in a variety of sizes. Bring your own saw to cut your tree, or the staff can cut one for you. Pre-cut trees are available. Staff will help you tie your tree to your car (no charge).
Tilden Lane Farm – Greenlawn
43 Wyckoff St.
631-533-5960
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Hours: Nov. 29-Dec 14th, Saturdays & Sundays from 9 am-3 pm
Price: Trees start at $100. No credit cards.
Tilden Lane Farm offers a wide variety of Christmas trees. Bring your own saw and chop your perfect tree down, or have a worker assist you. Handmade Wreaths are on sale for $40.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in NJ
Hidden Pond Tree Farm – Mendham
4 W. Field Road
973-865-6362
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Hours: Opens daily 8 am-5 pm starting November 22nd
Price: Call for pricing
In addition to cutting your own tree, enjoy refreshments, free hayrides (weather permitting), and marshmallow roasting around the bonfire. Christmas shop with wreaths, greenery, centerpieces, and other decorations. Cash or checks only. Pre-cut trees are also available.
Holiday Tree Farm – Augusta
44 Augusta Hill Road
973-948-7488
Hours: Call for hours.
Price: All trees $62
Trees range in size up to 9 feet at this NJ farm. Saws provided. Christmas shop on premises with wreaths and other holiday decorations for sale. No credit or debit cards.
Shale Hills Farm – Sussex
98 Pond School Road
973-875-4231
Hours: Open the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and then each Saturday and Sunday in December, 10 am – 4 pm
Price: All trees $130
Each tree (pines, spruces, and firs) on this farm is hand-sheared, resulting in a unique appearance when it’s full-grown. Prepare for the magic, as Santa will make appearances throughout the day. Christmas movies in the hayloft and a petting zoo full of animals in the barn.
Stonerow Tree Farm – Branchville
242 Wykertown Road
973-875-7968
Hours: Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 6, and Dec 7, 9 am-4 pmDec 6 and
Price: $80, Mastercard and Visa are accepted.
A variety of spruces and firs are available that have been tended to and prepped all year long, along with saws and twine. Furry four-legged friends are welcome, as long as they are on a leash.
Evergreen Valley Christmas Tree Farm – Washington
77 Jackson Valley Road
908-835-0557
Hours: November 28th, Wednesday-Sunday, 9 am-4 pm
Price: Tree prices vary by species. Call for more information.
Browse thousands of Christmas trees of all kinds, and enjoy a free wagon ride. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate while you take the farm tour. Leave your pup at home because no dogs are allowed.
Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm – Belvidere
246 County Road 519
908-475-4508
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Hours: Soft opening on November 22nd and 23rd, 8 am to 4:30 pm; Weekends starting November 28th (Black Friday) 8 am to 4:30 pm
Prices: Prices vary, and start at $16 per foot for cut-your-own trees. Mastercard and Visa are accepted.
A favorite cut-your-own Christmas tree farm in NJ since 1958, Wyckoff has more than 5,000 trees available. Wreaths, grave blankets, green décor, and more are also for sale. They even have trees in different colors, for an additional price.
This story first appeared on our sister publication newyorkfamily.com.
