Please Note: The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests are currently accepting comments on a proposal to increase the Christmas tree permit fee to $20 per tree beginning in 2018. Revenue from fees helps fund ammenities such as plowing, parking, staffing, maps, signs and other enhancements. Please tell us what you think about this holiday activity, the facilities and services provided. Comment here
Christmas Tree cutting opportunities are available near Red Feather Lakes (West of Fort Collins) and at several locations on National Forest Lands in Grand County, including the Elk Creek Area near Winter Park and Fraser.
Permits are available for the location near Red Feather Lakes at the U. S. Forest Service Fort Collins and Ault offices. Cutting dates are Dec. 2-10, 2017. The Visitor Office in Fort Collins is open Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday. Call 970-295-6700 before arriving to ensure someone who can sell permits is available.
Other areas for Christmas Trees near the Front Range: Permits are also sold at the South Platte (303-275-5610) for areas near Morrison and Dillon Ranger District (970-468-5400) for areas near Silverthorne. Check this site for information on tree cutting in the Denver/Front Range area.
Please note: Christmas Tree Permits are not available for purchase at the Clear Creek Ranger District Office in Idaho Springs or the Boulder Ranger District in Boulder.
