Want a U-cut Christmas tree experience for the family? Visit these farms near Salem
The search for the perfect U-cut Christmas tree begins for some families the weekend after Thanksgiving. Choosing which type of tree to bring home for the holidays is the easy part. But choosing where to go for that tree is more difficult.
Local tree farms for generations have been providing fun and memorable experiences for those wanting to cut their own Douglas, Grand, Noble, Nordmann or Turkish fir. Don't know the difference? Skyline Christmas Tree Farm has a section on its website with descriptions and photographs.
Some families make it a holiday tradition to visit their favorite Christmas tree farm every year. Others prefer to support a different farm each year.
In the Salem area, here are some of the options, in alphabetical order:
Bauman's Farm & Garden
Address: 12989 Howell Prairie Road NE, Gervais.
Hours: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
Trees: U-cut and precut. Douglas fir, $40; Noble and specialty firs, $60;
Extras: Holiday wreaths, garland and bows for sale.
Contact: (503) 792-3524, baumanfarms.com/trees-wreaths.
Bigfoot Christmas Trees
Address: 2100 Cherry Knoll Road, Dallas.
Hours: Open seven days a week, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Trees: Douglas, Grand, Noble and Nordmann firs, ranging from $49 to $79 up to 8 feet tall, and from $99 to $159 above 8 feet. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
Extras: Rides out to trees if needed, plus shaking and baling for the trip home. Wreaths, honey and other items are for sale.
Contact: 503-881-8188, Bigfoot Christmas Tree Facebook.
Canyon Christmas Tree Farm
Address: 17300 N. Santiam Highway, Stayton.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday, through Dec. 17.
Trees: Douglas, Noble and Nordmann firs, U-cut or we-cut.
Extras: Free hot chocolate for children, and Santa will be giving out candy canes and coloring books during visits Nov. 24, 25 and 26 and Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10. Sleigh rides, $5 a person, 3 and under free, will be offered from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 19 and 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 9.
Contact: 503-769-XMAS or 541-990-4274, admin@canyonchristmastreefarm.com, Canyon Christmas Tree Facebook.
Eola Christmas Trees
Address: 4705 Eola Drive NW, Salem.
Hours: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Weekday availability is by appointment only and can be scheduled by emailing eolachristmastrees@gmail.com.
Trees: Douglas, Grand, Noble, Fraser and Nordmann firs, in a variety of heights with the largest 8-9 feet tall. Douglas firs are $35 any size, and all others are $7 per foot. Cash, check or credit card accepted, except American Express.
Extras: Saws and twine are available. Help with cutting is available upon request and as time allows. Complimentary hot chocolate, cider and candy canes will be provided. Fresh, handmade wreaths are $30 in limited supply.
Contact: 503-991-6402, 503-508-9342, eolachristmastrees@gmail.com, eolachristmastrees.com.
Hiatt Christmas Trees
Address: 13318 Triumph Road SE, Sublimity.
Open: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Nov. 24-26, Dec. 1-3 and Dec. 8-10; Noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays & Thursdays, Nov. 29-30 and Dec. 6-7.
Trees: Douglas, Noble, Nordmann and Turkish firs, 5-10 feet. Available trees will be tagged, with prices staring at $40.
Extras: Service includes complimentary cutting, hauling, shaking, baling and loading of your tree after selection. Credit and debit cards accepted.
Contact: Brent Hiatt, 503-551-2598, HiattChristmasTrees.com.
Jette Tree Farm
Address: 22211 French Prarie Road NE, St. Paul.
Hours: Open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday beginning Nov. 25 and through Dec. 23-24.
Trees: Douglas and Noble firs, with prices ranging from $35 to $55. Douglas firs $35 any size. Nobles are $50 for 6 feet and under, $55 for over 6 feet tall.
Contact: 971-241-9190, Jette Tree Farm Facebook
Skyline Christmas Tree Farm
Address: 7300 Skyline Road S, Salem.
Hours: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 24 through Dec. 23.
Trees: Douglas fir, $45; Grand fir, $51; Turkish $51; Noble fir, $59; and Nordmann fir, $59.
Extras: Convenient saws and kneeling pads provided, sanitized after each use. Shaker used to remove loose needles free of charge. Complimentary tree bailing for ease of transport. Precut trees also available. Fresh wreaths and garland and other decorations are for sale in the holiday store.
Contact: (503) 399-8203, www.skylinechristmastreefarm.com.
Tree Kings U-Cut
Address: 7544 Jordan St. SE, Salem.
Hours: Open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. seven days a week.
Trees: Douglas, Grand, Noble and Nordmann firs in a variety of prices
Extras: Flock/paint available $10 per foot, in addition to the price of the tree. Wreaths and garland are for sale.
Contact: 971-720-9048, Tree Kings Facebook.
Tucker Tree Farm South
Address: 7000 O'Brien Ave. S, Salem.
Hours: Opening Friday, Nov. 24. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday and noon to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Closed Mondays.
Trees: Douglas and Nordmann firs are precut, plus the farm has precut hybrid Fraser firs from Canada. Noble and Grand firs are in the field for U-cut.
Extras: Complimentary hot apple cider and cookies. Wreaths and holiday gifts are for sale in the tent. Weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. will feature a bar trailer with cocktails for sale.
Contact: 503-362-5077, tuckertreefarm@yahoo.com, Tucker Tree Farm website.
Tucker Tree Farm West
Address: 350 Doaks Ferry NW, Salem.
Hours: Opening Friday, Nov. 24. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday and noon to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays.
Trees: Noble and Nordmann firs are precut, plus the farm has precut hybrid Fraser firs from Canada. Nobles and large Nordmanns are in the field for U-cut.
Extras: Complimentary hot apple cider and cookies. Wreaths and holiday gifts are for sale in the tent. Weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. will feature a bar trailer with cocktails for sale.
Contact: 503-362-5077, tuckertreefarm@yahoo.com, Tucker Tree Farm website.
Vitae Springs Christmas Tree Farm
Address: 6057 Vitae Springs Lane S, Salem.
Hours: Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 25-26, Dec. 2-3, Dec. 9-10 and Dec. 16-17.
Tree varieties: U-cut and we-cut. Douglas firs, under 6 feet $35, over 6 feet $45. Noble firs, under 6 feet $50, over 6 feet $65.
Extras: Free cocoa, cider, coffee, chocolate and candy canes.
Contact: 503-851-5812, vitaespringschristmastrees.com, Vitae Springs Christmas Tree Facebook.
White Christmas Tree Farm & Nursery
Address: 17856 Abiqua Road NE, Silverton — be sure to turn north on Abiqua.
Hours: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 10. Weekdays by appointment.
Trees: Doug, Grand, Noble and Nordmann firs. Choose and cut are $50 up to 7 feet tall with additional cost for taller than 7 feet. Precut Nobles, 6-7 feet tall, are $60.
Extras: A pole to measure trees is provided. Complimentary baling and help with vehicle tie-down. Candy canes for the kids. A share of proceeds at the end of the season will go to SkillsUSA students at Silverton High School.
Contact: 503-580-1258, whitechristmastreefarm.com.
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