Nothing says Christmas like the scent of a freshly cut tree. These New Jersey farms let you choose and chop your own, plus have some hot cocoa or meet Santa along the way.
North Jersey
Alstede Farms
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
908-879-7189
Alstede is known for its u-pick fields, festivals and brunches – but during December, it’s the place to get a freshly cut Christmas tree.
Glenview Farm
2 Glenview Lane, Blairstown
908-362-6904
Walk through the beautiful plantation atop the picturesque Kittatinny Mountain Range to choose your own Christmas tree. There are balled and burlapped trees, custom wreaths and roping – and free hot chocolate and cookies!
Hidden Pond Tree Farm
4 Westfield Rd., Mendham
973-865-6362
The trees that grow on the farm are usually up to 7 feet tall, or you can get a pre-cut tree that will be as tall as 12 feet. Choose from Fraser fir, concolor fir or Canaan fir. There are hayrides and bonfires, weather permitting, as well as a marshmallow roast, snack bar and a Christmas train.
Holiday Tree Farm
44 Augusta Hill Rd., Augusta
973-948-7488
Choose from 5 different tree species. Stop by the Christmas Shop afterward for ornaments, wreaths, donuts and snacks. Either cut it yourself or ask for assistance.
Indian Ridge Farms
161 Rose Morrow Rd., Wantage
201-400-7458
Founded in 1960, owners Robert and Margaret Smith had just 20 acres of land, but when they cleared the ridge, they discovered Native American artifacts. In 2013, they relocated to a 96-acre preserved farm, focusing on planting and transplanting young trees. Today, they offer a wide variety of choose-and-cut trees. Come early, because in the past few years, this farm has sold out its stock within two days.
Miller’s Hill Farm
10 Combs Avenue, Mendham
973-543-1106
You can buy pre-cut trees, or there are a limited number of choose-and-cut trees. This is a working family farm so visit the shop, too, and see the farm animals.
Mt. Bethel Christmas Tree Farm
31 Mt. Bethel Rd., Port Murray
Tree tagging is underway for their concolor, Canaan and Norway trees, plus their wreaths.
Northern Border Tree Farms
Historic New Bridge Landing, 1190 Main St., River Edge
The farm-fresh Christmas trees travel far and wide, even going to a brewery in Delaware this year.
Perfect Christmas Tree Farm
999 Rte. 22, Phillipsburg
908-387-1225
There are over 30 varieties of evergreen trees grown on the property, including exotic conifers that are rarely grown in NJ. The trees range from 6 to 14 feet in height. After you choose the perfect tree, add fresh garland or a custom-made wreath to your order, then stop by the Christmas Shop for free snacks and free gifts for kids.
Plut’s Christmas Tree Farm
220 Flocktown Rd., Long Valley
908-852-6669
You pick the tree, and the staff will do the rest, from sawing to tying it to the roof of your car. Be sure to check out the wreaths, grave blankets, mailbox huggies, kissing balls, decorations and funnel cakes, too.
Rolling Green Farm Long Valley
61 Hacklebarney Rd., Long Valley
908-879-7457
Cut your own white, blue or Norway spruce; saws are available or bring your own. Precut trees are also available. Fresh Jersey-made and hand-decorated wreaths and sprays are for sale, plus vintage, handmade and local goodies in the barn shop.
Shale Hills Christmas Tree FarmÂ
98 Pond School Rd., Sussex
973-875-4231
Cut your own “hand-sheared” Christmas trees. All trees, regardless of size or type, are the same price, cash only.
Stonerow Tree Farm
242 Wykertown Rd., Rte. 629, Branchville
973-875-7968
Select from Douglas fir, blue spruce, Fraser fir and Canaan fir varieties that the family has been tending all year. There are 16 acres of 16,000 trees available to chop. Saws, twine and other materials will be provided. The fields are open until the supply runs out.
Sunset Christmas Tree Farm
21 Frontage Rd., Blairstown
908-459-4048
There are hundreds of trees, such as blue spruce, Norway spruce, concolor fir, Douglas fir, or Frazier fir.
Triple Creek Farm and Nursery
42 Frog Pond Rd., Columbia
908-797-4341
The Concolor, Frasier and Douglas fir range from 9 feet tall and above – but shop soon, because the farm is only open for two weekends (November 28-30 and December 6-7) with limited supplies of 11-feet-tall-plus trees and wreaths.
Wintergreen Christmas Tree Farm
14 Gorney Rd., Lafayette
973-875-8387
Starting as a dairy farm back in the 1700s, the farm was purchased in 1961 by the Albeck family who turned it into a Christmas tree farm. Now, there are 60 acres of the farm producing 10,000 trees. Cash only.
Woodsedge Tree Farm
118 Beechwood Rd., Belvidere
908-763-9920
Cut your fave from this 75-acre spot. There are more than 500 trees ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall, and varieties include Canaan, Frasier, Concolor, Balsam and Korean firs, plus Norway spruce and white pine. The farm also produces raw honey and beeswax products, plus has a selection of wreaths. This year, the farm will open November 22-23 to get your tree before Thanksgiving.
Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm
246 County Rd. 519 (Mile Marker 39), Belvidere
908-475-4508
This tree farm has supplied Christmas trees to The White House! You can buy a fresh-cut tree here or choose from 7,000 and cut your own Fraser or Canaan fir. There are also beautiful wreaths, grave blankets, greenery decor and other items available for purchase. Plus, they are New Jersey’s original colored tree farm. There are various colors to choose from, such as pink, purple, dark blue, light blue, turquoise, magenta, red, black or white. These trees are while supplies last and are first-come, first-served. And Little Ridge Vineyards wine is available in Wyckoff’s Christmas Barn.
Central Jersey
Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm
114 Daum Rd., Manalapan
732-786-9277
Stretched across more than 50 acres, the farm is home to over 50,000 Christmas trees of five different varieties. They offer both choose-and-cut as well as pre-cut varieties. During your stay take advantage of the perfect photo ops scattered around the farm and stop in and feed the farm animals. If you’d like to come back at night, The Village transforms into a walk-thru lights show.
Barclay’s Tree Farm
35 Orchardside Dr., Cranbury
609-799-1855
You can either chop your own down or let them do the dirty work (from cutting it down to strapping it to your car). You can also snag Christmas wreaths, tree stands and watering elves.
Bullock Farms
83 Emleys Hill Rd., Cream Ridge
609-758-8726
From seedlings to full-grown trees, Bullock Farms has approximately 12 acres of Christmas trees for sale. Take a walk in the field and enjoy the beautiful country scenery that provides a nostalgic feel.
Carriage Farm
Flounder Brewing Co., 2 Clerico Ln., Building 4, Hillsborough
The Central Jersey Nurseries Christmas Tree Lot opens on Thanksgiving Eve and will operate Thursdays through Sundays through Christmas. Families can browse trees, wreaths and greenery.
Carroll’s Christmas Tree Farm
3980 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville
Family-owned and -operated since 1820, the farm and rustic barn are a scene from years gone by, with a selection of freshly cut Fraser, Douglas and concolor firs; Tiny Tim tabletops; potted blue spruce and concolor firs; stand-straight drilled trees; bedrock Fraser fir candles; custom-decorated wreaths; garland; mantel pieces and centerpieces; and custom baskets and urns. Each kid gets a free coloring book.
Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tree Farm
231 Adamic Hill Road, Milford
908-995-4365
Brothers Randy and Charlie Brown – yes, that’s his real name – carry on the tree farm traditions started by their parents in the ‘80s. They operate 150 acres of preserved farmland that you can visit for trees, plain or decorated wreaths, grave blankets and other handmade decorations. The farm is dog-friendly, too.
Cole’s Country Tree Farm
478 Rte. 579, Milford
908-735-4658
Cole’s is a Certified River Friendly farm and is solar powered! Species grown include blue spruce, Norway spruce, Douglas fir, and white pine. Handsaws are provided or a farm member will cut it for you.
The Evergreen Farm
4 Bass Ln., Lebanon
908-236-9550
This family farm offers choose & cut Christmas trees brought in from neighboring farms, since this year they’re in a regrowth phase. There are also wreaths, grave blankets and roping sold at their small holiday shop.
Evergreen Valley Christmas Tree Farm
77 Jackson Valley Rd., Washington
908-835-0557
There are over 10,000 trees and eight types on this 145-acre farm. Ask a farmer about the benefits of having a real Christmas tree instead of a fake one. Balled and burlapped are also available.
Giamarese Farm & Orchards
155 Fresh Ponds Rd., East Brunswick
732-821-9494
Tree varieties include Fraser fir, Douglas fir, concolor fir, blue spruce and Norway spruce. You can get a treen stand, wreath and grave blanket. On certain days, Santa will be available for photos.
Holly Bough Tree Farm
88 Cole Rd., Whitehouse Station
908-914-5273 (text or call Liz starting November 28)
This season, visits are by appointment only, and trees will be 8 to 14 feet in height only.
Keris Tree Farm & Christmas Shop
848 Rte. 524, Allentown
609-259-0720
The third-generation, 24-acre Christmas tree farm has been in operation for more than 35 years. Here, you’ll find choose-and-cut trees by the foot, balled trees, fresh pre-cut Fraser Fir and Noble Fir, wreaths, roping and seasonal greenery. The Christmas Shop displays unique ornaments, artisan-made crafts, wreaths, Maine balsam pillows, handmade brass bells, Byers’ Choice Carolers, Fontanini Nativity sets from Italy, mixed bundled greens, holly, winterberry, white pine roping, and decorated and undecorated wreaths.
Martin Family Tree Farm
68 Manners Rd., Ringoes
973-796-4899
Choose a “Jersey Fresh” Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce or Canaan Fir from the 50-acre farm.
McLaughlin Tree Farm: Christmas Trees & Nursery
1312 Old York Rd., Robbinsville
609-259-8122
The family-owned operation began in 1991, and their nursery has won the Grand Champion Award for Best in Show in 2001 and 2006 at the Annual New Jersey Christmas Tree Contest. The tree orders are hand-dug, balled, burlapped and filled to order.
Robbie’s Atlantic Farms
1506 Atlantic Ave., Manasquan
Pick out a Christmas tree along with handmade decor, wreaths, grave blankets, and more.
Simonson Farms
U-Cut Fields: 260 Dey Rd., Cranbury; 120 Cranbury Neck Rd., Cranbury
Fresh-cut: 118 Dey Rd., Plainsboro
609-799-0140
Visit one of two fields that have over 50 acres of thousands of cut-your-own trees. Bring your own saw or borrow one; twine to tie trees down and netting are available. Pre-cut trees (with roots) are available this year only at the Cranbury Neck Road location. Varieties include Canaan, Douglas and Concolor firs; blue and Norway spruce; white pine and more. Inside the Christmas Shoppe are wreaths, evergreen roping, grave pillows, tree stands, lights, holiday gifts, ornaments and accessories. No credit cards accepted.
Westhaven Farm Inc.
725 Rte. 524, Allentown
Choose a spruce, concolor fir or Norway spruce tree to cut down, in addition to a wreath, kissing ball or poinsettias. Give the kids free hot chocolate and cookies while you shop.
Wolgast Tree Farm
176 Bennetts Lane, Somerset
732-873-3206
The certified River-Friendly Farm has been selling trees for 40 years, and also offers tours for groups who want to learn about trees, wildlife, beekeeping and mushroom cultivation.
Woodfield Christmas Tree Plantation
310 Rte. 537, Colts Neck
Douglas Fir, Norway Spruce, Fraser Fir, and White Pine trees are grown in the fields, but you can also get fresh pre-cut Fraser and Douglas firs. Look for a homemade centerpiece or wreath inside the holiday shop.
Yuletide Christmas Tree Farm
138 Evergreen Rd., New Egypt
732-349-2705
There are 15,000 trees on the farm, about 500 of which are available during the Christmas season. Choose from Canaan fir, blue spruce, white pine, Douglas fir and Norway spruce.
South Jersey
Belly Acres Christmas Tree Farm
655 Royal Ave., Franklinville
Consider this DIY tree cutting. The instructions here are simple: park in the parking lot, grab some cash, walk across the street and through the gate to the end of the driveway, enter the field, choose and cut your tree, and carry your tree back to your car. You need to bring a blanket, bag or tarp, plus rope to tie your tree, and someone strong enough to carry it out. Saws are provided, or you can bring your own handsaw.
Edwards Christmas Tree Farm
338 Jacobstown-Cookstown Rd., Wrightstown
609-758-7729
Choose-and-cut Christmas trees are available here. Saws are provided and the farm also provides a free tree-cutting service for those who need assistance. You can also grab wreaths, swags, pine roping, grave blankets and corn art.
Exley’s Christmas Tree Farms
Christman Tree Farm No. 1: 1535 Tanyard Rd., Sewell
856-468-5949
Christmas Tree Farm No. 2: 1512 Monroeville, Rd. Monroeville
856-777-2814
Four decades ago, W. Robert Exley founded Exley’s Landscaping Service, but aside from lawn maintenance, the company now operates two tree farms. When you come to get your live B&B or pre-dug tree, you can visit the Garden Center, meet Santa in Santa Land, go on a hayride, and watch the train display.
Foster’s Holly Ridge Tree Farm
116 South Chew Rd., Hammonton
609-561-8575
Blue spruce, Canaan fir, Douglas fir, Norway spruce and white pine varieties are available, in addition to wreaths, grave blankets and white pine roping.
Indian Acres Tree Farm
111 Tuckerton Rd., Medford
609-953-0087
There are pre-cut blue spruce trees from the farm, or you can choose a pre-cut Fraser fir shipped in from North Carolina. Come back at night for their Illuminated Walking Trail and Christmas village.
Kenlin Tree Farm
Delanco Road, near the intersection of Perkins Lane, Edgewater Park
609-923-5254Â
Have your pick from Douglas Fir, Canaan Fir, Norway Spruce, White Spruce, Balsam Fir, Serbian Spruce, and Black Hill Spruce trees.
Ponderosa Tree Farm
111 South Mannheim Ave., Egg Harbor City
This farm specializes in sustainably-grown Concolor Fir, Caanan Fir, Blue Spruce, White Pine and Norway Spruce trees. The farm is open from November 15 to December 21 every year, from 10 am to 5 pm, but the biggest day of the year is Tag Day (opening day) when 500 field trees are released for the season. The farm also ships Fraser Fir and balsam trees up to 18 feet tall, are one of the few farms that carry larger trees, and provide trees for outdoor lighting ceremonies (including in Ocean City).
Spruce Goose Christmas Tree Farm
194 Bordentown Rd., Chesterfield
609-298-2498
They offer a variety of species and also premium pre-cut Fraser firs. The barn has stands, decorations, wreaths, and other helpful items for caring for your real Christmas tree. Spruce Goose matches all customer donations to benefit Farmers Against Hunger.
NEW YORK
Emmerich Tree Farm
101 Sleepy Valley Road, Warwick
Choose from 12 varieties of spruce, fir and pine, then browse the wreaths and unique holiday décor and gifts. Many gifts are from local farmers and New York State artisans. You can book The Santa Experience at the same time.
Manza Family Farm
730 Route 211, Montgomery
Peruse a large selection of freshly cut Douglas, Fraser and Turkish fir trees, up to 12 feet tall. Living spruce and fir trees, ready to plant after the holidays, are also available. Or cut your own Norway spruce tree, 7 or 8 feet tall. Wreaths, roping, table pieces and holiday gift items are available. Enjoy the Christmas display as well as hot drinks, food and baked goods.
Rocky Bar Farms
52 Rocky Bar Road, Westtown
Choose and cut your own Douglas fir, white spruce or blue spruce and shop for wreaths and decorations. You can make an appointment to come by during the week if you’re busy on the weekends.
Stone Oak Tree Farm
207 Stony Bar Road, Slate Hill
Usually, you can wander around 8 acres of trees to find the one that’s perfect for you. Handmade wreaths, homemade cookies, a variety of breads, local honey, soaps and bundles of wood are for sale in the timber-frame barn. Warm up by the fireplace with a free cup of hot chocolate and a candy cane. However – this year, the tree property is closed due to deer damage, but you can still visit their quaint B&B.
Sumner’s Wintergreen Tree Farm
123 Brola Road, Middletown
The choose-and-cut tree farm is in between planting rotations, so for 2025 the selection will be all Frasier firs. The owner plans to open only on December 6 and 7, and possibly the 13 if supplies are available.
Wright Family Farm
329 Kings Highway, Warwick
Choose from a premium selection of fresh-cut Fraser fir and Balsam fir trees, from tabletop size to 12 feet tall. Then relax with free hot chocolate and cookies. Tree stands are available for purchase.
- Jennifer Amato contributed to this story.
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