Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
Visitors head into designated ranger districts of the forest to choose and cut a wild conifer for personal holiday use. After selecting an appropriate tree, harvesters cut down the entire tree and scatter any remaining branches close to the ground. The freshly cut evergreen is then carried out of the woods and secured for the trip home.
Oct 13 – Dec 31, 2026 All ages $10.00 per tree; maximum of 5 trees.
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Plan Your Visit
Parking
Park safely on a highway pullout or off a Forest Road so traffic can get by safely; do not block gates. Avoid parking where a dead tree could fall on the vehicle.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Use the harvest map and confirm the permitted area before setting out, since several forest areas and locations near roads and trails are excluded.
- Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return; cell service may be unavailable, and GPS may not show passable forest roads.
- Check weather, forest warnings, and road closures before leaving, and carry chains, shovels, and a tow chain because forest roads are not plowed.
- Bring a handsaw, gloves, boots, a measuring tape, and rope or straps to cut the tree safely and secure it for transport.
- Measure the space at home and in your vehicle before choosing a tree, and leave the woods before dark.
Links & Contact
Run by USDA Forest Service
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the tree permit for?
It allows the holder to cut Christmas trees for personal use in designated areas of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests.
How many trees can one permit cover?
The permit allows a maximum of five trees.
Do I need a permit before cutting a tree?
Yes. Obtain a permit before cutting, and use the harvest map to identify permitted areas.
What size tree can I cut, and how should I leave the site?
Trees can be no more than 20 feet tall. Cut down the entire tree, keep the stump within the stated limits, remove green limbs left on it, and scatter unwanted branches no higher than 24 inches from the ground.
What should I bring for the trip?
Bring a map, warm clothing and extra dry clothes, food and water, emergency supplies, tire chains, a shovel, a tow chain, and cutting and securing tools.
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