The rain is upon us, a nip is in the air, and our bellies are stuffed with turkey, it’s now time for the task of looking for that perfect christmas tree to decorate our living rooms. We are very fortunate to have so many local options to pick out beautiful and freshly cut trees; we could go to our local grocery or hardware store, to a tree lot supporting a variety of local farms or a favorite youth organization, or for a truly unique experience, a u-cut tree farm. I have highlighted below four local family u-cut farms for your family to explore and to make a new holiday tradition this year.
Photo courtesy of Harrison Road Farm
Thortons’ Treeland
Why not head north over the bridge to Vancouver to a family farm that has been around for at least 30 years? after you
have picked out your one of a kind Fir using the saws provided, visit the barn for complimentary coffee or hot chocolate and then hop on the free hay ride through the trees. Thortons’ Treeland opens November 23rd. Trees range from $22 up to $45.
Harrison Road Farm
Now head west to the town of banks, where you can visit the daly’s family-owned farm located on a part of Washington County history. Saws and tie-down twine are provided for you, and they are always willingtolend ahandstatingthat,“cutting and carrying a tree is a two-person job”. Complimentary cocoa and candy canes are their way of saying thank you to their customers, and even dogs are welcome on the farm. The Harrison Road Farm opens weekends after Thanksgiving, tree prices range from $15 up to $40.
Snowline Tree Farm
Then head east to Molalla to visit the Greif family farm that has been in operation since the 1980s. Cut down your holiday tree with saws provided, or they can do it for you. Then warm up with a hot beverage and cookie by the fire. Kids can use their creative side to decorate a craft project to take home to decorate their tree with, and finally jump on the hay ride out to the fields. Snowline Tree Farm opens daily the day after Thanksgiving until december 22nd. Prices range from $10 up to $80 and above.
Beaverton Holiday U-CUT Tree Farm
Now we’ll stay just about in town in beaverton and visit a family farm owned by the bunker family since the late 70s. They are a pesticide-free farm, adding that with every tree cut, a new one is planted. They also boast a level and easy to access field allowing everyone to join in the fun. Saws are provided, along with complimentary hot apple cider. all trees are priced at $30 each. They are open weekends the day after Thanksgiving.
Don’t see your favorite spot on the list? Tell us where your family likes to go!
