2021 Christmas Trees - Permits & Local Christmas Tree Lots

Whether this is your first time cutting your own Christmas tree or it's been a family tradition for generations, it is a special experience that creates lifelong memories! This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Pike & San Isabel National Forests.

Please take the time to read the following information:

Permits are only valid on the district for which they were purchased. Permits are not transferable nor may they be extended from one year to the next.

Please print your Christmas tree permit and make sure you have it with you.

The South Platte Ranger District is closest to Denver. Permits in this district apply to specific cutting areas (Buffalo Creek, Sugar Creek, and Camp Fickes) within limited date ranges and may sell out.

The Pikes Peak Ranger District is closest to Colorado Springs with specific cutting areas near Woodland Park.

The South Park Ranger District is closest to the town of Fairplay. Most of the district is open for cutting and there is not a quota, so permits will not sell out.

The Salida Ranger District is closest to the towns of Salida and Buena Vista. Most of the district is open for cutting. There is not a quota, so permits will not sell out, but they will not go on sale until November 9th.

The Leadville Ranger District is closest to the town if Leadville. Most of the district is open for cutting. There is not a quota, so permits will not sell out, but they will not go on sale until November 9th.

The San Carlos Ranger District is closest to the towns of Canon City, Westcliffe, and La Veta. Most of the district is open for cutting. There is not a quota, so permits will not sell out, but they will not go on sale until November 9th.

Permits will go on sale October 14, 2021 - click here to purchase.

South Park Ranger District
Fairplay, CO
(719) 836-2031

South Platte Ranger District
Conifer, CO
(303) 275-5610

FRONT RANGE CHRISTMAS TREE CUTTING INFORMATION
Cutting a Christmas tree in a national forest is a tradition for many residents of the Rocky Mountain Region. In doing so, you take an active part in managing your national forests as you celebrate your own family's tradition. Happy Holidays!

Animated image of a house with blinking lights Four primary cutting areas along the Front Range in the Arapaho, Pike and Roosevelt National Forests serve metro Denver and surrounding communities for those who want to cut their own Christmas tree.

To purchase a cutting permit for one of these areas, select the area you want to cut in from the list to the right or click on the map to view all the cutting areas. The general information below pertains to all cutting areas.

Click HERE to view a Quick Info Sheet
Click HERE to see a map
Click HERE to view FAQs

GENERAL PERMIT REQUIREMENTS:
REMEMBER THAT LOCAL EXCEPTIONS MAY APPLY TO THE INFORMATION BELOW!
Core Cutting Dates: December 5-13, 2009
Permits: $10 each. One tree per permit. Limit 5 permits per person. All sales are final.
Area Entry Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - For your safety, no entry is allowed before or after these hours.

Every Kid Outdoors Passes Grant Students a Free Christmas Tree Permit

All fourth graders, or age equivalent, are eligible to receive an Every Kid Outdoors pass, which is good at 2,000-plus federally managed lands and water sites across the country between Sept. 1, 2021 and Aug. 30, 2022.

Every Kid Outdoors pass/voucher holders are also eligible for a free holiday tree permit through their local national forest. To obtain a free holiday tree permit, visit Recreation.gov to apply using the Every Kid Outdoors pass/voucher by checking the box indicating you have a pass and entering the pass or voucher number (a $2.50 reservation fee will be applied).
www.recreation.gov/articles/location-spo...national-forests/120

How to get a Christmas tree cutting permit at Golden Gate State Park
Tree selections include Douglas Fir, Ponderosa Pine, Lodge Pole Pine and Rocky Mountain Juniper.
Author: Alexander Kirk, Bobbi Sheldon, 9News
Published: 5:05 AM MDT October 19, 2021

GOLDEN, Colo. — Golden Gate Canyon State Park is offering up a limited number of permits for those eager to cut down their own Christmas tree this holiday season.

In a news release distributed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), the park announced a lottery system where 250 permits will be issued for cutting down a Christmas tree in select areas of the park.

From Monday, Nov. 1 through Monday, Nov. 15, those interested in applying for a permit can do so at this link. Applications will not be accepted over the phone, in person or at the Golden Gate Canyon State Park visitor center.

CPW Golden Gate State Park Christmas Tree Cutting Permits 2021

Golden Gate Canyon State Park is offering 250 Christmas tree cutting permits through an application draw event. The permits are $35, one permit per household. The draw will be open to applications from November 1st - November 15th. Successful applicants will be notified by email the week of November 16th. Permit holders can visit the park on December 4th between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm to choose and cut their tree. To apply go to - www.cpwshop.com/licensing.page

From Tomari's Coffee and Public House

Come inside and experience a step back in time. A truly rustic, and cozy setting with a genuinely friendly and knowledgeable staff who will help to make your tree shopping a warm and memorable mountain experience for the whole family - just minutes from the metro area.

Tree lot is adjacent and affiliated with Tomari's Coffee where you can enjoy warmth and perhaps a warm drink, food, or cocktail while your tree is loaded.

Lots of Tree accessories, stocking stuffers, and unique gifts too!

When: NOV 26 AT 9 AM – DEC 10 AT 9 AM
Where: Tomari's and Public House, 6328 S Turkey Creek Rd, Morrison, CO 80465

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JP Total Christmas Trees - Celebrating Our 25th Christmas Season!
Open 10am-8pm Nov 25-Dec 23!

Since 1996, we at JP Total have been celebrating the Christmas Season with families in Evergreen and the surrounding communities. You have made the JP Total Christmas Tree Lot an annual tradition. And you have made a statement regarding the quality of our trees and of our customer service!

This year, we are celebrating our 25th season, and we want to thank all of you for your continued support. We are dedicated to providing you with the best selection and quality possible and every year we strive to add new items to our Tree Lot and Gift Shop.

Did you know:

• Since 1992 we have sold over 17,000 fresh pre-cut Christmas Trees to our friends and neighbors in this community.
• Over 76,000 feet of our hand made beautiful fresh garland have graced your homes
• Over 9,000 hand made wreaths have hung on your doors, gates, entryways, over fireplaces and even on a few car grilles
• Thousands of our unique, delicious jams, jellies & preserves have been enjoyed during family meals
• Thousands of gallons of our Colorado ciders have quenched your thirst
• And of course our beautiful, unique JP Total gifts have added a little holiday fun to your homes, have decorated your trees and fireplaces and have been given and received.

Our customers have made a statement about our products and service by returning to us each year.

We are very proud that for the last 25 years over 700 families have purchased their trees and trimming from us! And EVERY SEASON they come back due to our superior quality of merchandise, our beautiful setting, atmosphere and our fabulous sales staff.

We want you to know how much we enjoy seeing each of you every year. So many of you have become our extended family. We have watched your families grow and have seen your children come and play every year at both the Christmas Tree Lot and the Pumpkin Patch. It's so much fun for us to see you return again and again and we can't wait for this Christmas Season to get started!

As always, we would like to give you a free half-gallon of Colorado apple cider with your Christmas tree purchase as a token of our thanks and appreciation.

We are nestled next to Bear Creek at the east end of downtown Evergreen, a beautiful location just past the Highland Haven Creekside Inn.

• Fresh Pre-Cut Christmas Trees from our Tree Farms
• Hand Made Evergreen Christmas Wreaths & Garland
• Gourmet Food and Gifts from our Gift Shop

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Christmas tree permits for the Leadville, Salida, San Carlos, South Park and South Platte Ranger Districts are available to purchase online now. Permits for the Pikes Peak Ranger District are available via the same site beginning Nov 26: www.recreation.gov/tree-permits/49f7193c...ea-a244-5e6d4b9f6262

If you’d like to help one of our neighborhoods with their mitigation efforts and nab yourself a fresh Christmas tree, head to Hilldale Pines Park before 3pm today! The Hilldale Pines HOA and H.P. Safe would appreciate it. Happy Tree Hunting!