The time has come for people across Clark County to celebrate the holiday traditions on which a successful winter holiday rests. It’s time for Elvis’ Christmas Album or The Christmas Song to get a workout while you whip up batches of grandma’s famous rum balls. Break out the handmade stockings to be hung with care. And, be sure to make picking the freshest, most attractive tree a family undertaking.
If you are looking for the widest variety of the freshest trees, as well as a bonding experience in the outdoors, a u-cut tree farm is a must. All you need to do is surround yourself with loved ones, take a short drive, park your car and get hunting for the evergreen of your dreams. But, first, you need a destination. We have compiled a list of some of the u-cut trees farms in the county to help you out. In no time, you will be singing carols, sipping cocoa, and placing sentimental ornaments on the branches of a lush, vibrant show piece of a tree. Now, that is sure to become a holiday tradition.
Larwick Christmas Tree Farm
Larwick Christmas Tree Farm not only grows the classics, like Douglas and Noble Fir, but also Nordmann, similar to the Noble with strong, independent branches but is more durable and stays green longer than options like the Grand and Douglas Fir.
Plus, the lot will provide you with a handsaw for cutting down your family’s tree and throw in hot cocoa, hot apple cider, and candy canes in with the purchase of your family’s tannenbaum. They also operate a gift shop with items sourced from across the country. Many of the items for sale are hand-crafted at the tree farm.
Opening Date: November 18
Hours: Monday-Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m./dark
Saturday-Sunday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m./dark
Prices: Noble, Nordmann, and Fraser Firs $49 and Douglas Firs $32
Phone Number: 360-256-7142
Thornton’s Treeland
A visit to Thornton’s Treeland is an experience. Yes, you will get a gorgeous, fresh tree, but you will also be tempted by hayrides and a visit to the barn, where you can enjoy coffee or cocoa while you take in the nativity, the adorable animals in the petting area, and the handmade gifts and décor for sale.
Choose from among Nordmann, Douglas, Noble, Fraser, and Grand Firs. Use one of the farm’s hand saws, choose a tree with a white price tag, and get to cutting. Shaking and baling are also options here.
Opening Date: November 24
Hours: Daily from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m./dark
Prices: Varies based on quality, species, and size
Phone Number: 360-573-8733
Glenwood Tree Farm
Fresh cut (small selection) and u-cut trees are available at Glenwood Tree Farm in Vancouver. Find Douglas Firs, Grand Firs and Nobles along with wreaths, garland and tree stands.
Opening Date: November 24
Prices: Varies by type
Phone Number: 360-573-2336
La Center Farms
At La Center Farms, you can find u-cut Douglas, Grand and Noble Fir trees. Owned by Steve and Lissa Boynton, the local family opened the business in 2007. Enjoy free refreshments as you shop at the gift shop and watch cartoons in the theater.
Opening Date: November 24 – December 23
Hours: Weekends only. Friday from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday – Sunday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Prices: $15 – $42
Phone Number: 360-573-8965
The Tree Wisemans
Photo credit: Brent Lotz
Bruce and Nicki Wiseman planted their first holiday tree field in 1980. That 5-acre lot has become nearly 30-acres of Grand, Nordmann, Douglas, Fraser, and Noble Firs known as The Tree Wisemans. With the help of their five daughters, the Wiseman’s are raising over 35,000 trees for Christmas. They think it’s the perfect size, large enough for a ton of fantastic trees but small enough to give every customer personal attention. It really is a family farm. Though their daughters are grown and raising their own families, they continue making all the wreaths sold at the farm.
All of the trees on the farm are exquisite, but they specialize in large premium Noble Firs that range up to 15 feet. So, if you need a tree that is going to make a big statement, this is the tree farm for you. Read a complete story about The Tree Wisemans.
Opening Date: November 24
Hours: Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m. – dark and Saturday-Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – dark
Prices: Douglas and Grand Fir — $30 for any tree under eight feet and $4.25 per foot for trees 8 feet and above. Noble, Fraser and Nordmann Fir — $46 for any tree under 8 feet and $6.75 per foot for trees 8 feet and above.
Phone Number: 360-887-4582
Nobles Only
If you want the perfect Noble Fir, it makes sense to go straight to a specialist. Nobles Only is a family owned and operated u-cut operation is dedicated to providing meticulously groomed A+ Noble Fir trees at a competitive price. Plus, their farm helps teams, clubs, and schools raise money for expenses via fundraising. To help you with your tree cutting endeavors, the farm has tree movers/wagons to help out, and they offer shaking to get all those pesky dead needles off the tree before you bring it home. And don’t forget to grab some free hot cocoa after you get your lumberjack on.
Opening Date: November 24
Hours: Daily 10:00 a.m. – dusk
Prices: Start at $40
Phone Number: 360-241-6645
Washougal River Christmas Trees
If you are into fresh trees, but not into the effort it takes to find and cut one yourself, Washougal River Christmas Trees offers the sort of customer service you need. They drill, shake, and bail all trees free of charge (this is not true of all farms). Plus, all of their roads are graveled, they offer carts to help move your tree to the loading area, and they will assist in cutting the trees and removing them from the field.
And, the tiny animals are not to be missed. Yes. Tiny animals. Once you have a tree and are enjoying some complimentary cocoa, say hello to the dwarf goats, rabbits, little pigs, miniature horses, and Elvis the famous mini donkey.
Opening Date: November 18
Hours: Daily from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Prices: Noble, Douglas, and Fraser Firs $39.95
Phone Number: 360-837-3591
