Seasonal & Holidays
'Chop Local': Best Christmas Tree Farms In The Hudson Valley
It's time to pick out that perfect tree and enjoy the many attractions the region's farms have to offer.
HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Not even Christmas can escape coronavirus in 2020. The ongoing pandemic means many of the area’s tree farms have had to adjust hours, regulations and activities.
Fortunately, coronavirus has only changed — not completely closed — the Hudson Valley's tree farms this season. Not only is it a way to have a fresh air adventure, but also as the folks at VanScott Farms point out, when you buy directly from the farmer, you can be sure your tree was recently harvested, received plenty of water, and had expert care.
"Whether it's continuing (or starting) a family tradition, a picture-perfect holiday card photo-op, or an excuse for a seasonal outing, the search for a Christmas tree is one that the whole family can enjoy," said Amanda Dana, director of Orange County Tourism, which coined the "Chop Local" slogan.
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Below is a list of some of our favorites in the lower Hudson Valley.
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- 1335 White Hill Road, Yorktown Heights
- PHONE: 914 245-5111
- Farm is open Wednesdays-Mondays through mid-December.
- We will be requiring reservations for this 2020 Holiday Season to be admitted to the Christmas tree plantation. Outside food and tailgating is not permitted. No pets are allowed. Hand sanitation is key and we request you wash your hands before entering and after exiting the fields or apply hand sanitizer. No bags or back-packs will be allowed in the fields. Small diaper bags will be permitted. Due to social distancing rules we will not be offering a tractor ride to and from the field. The wagon ride will be used to transport Christmas trees only. You must be able to walk to and from the field.
- 101 Sleepy Valley Road, Warwick
- To ensure the health and safety of staff and visitors, this family-owned farm has adjusted its tree experience this year. Visitors can select from a variety of pre-cut and cut-your-own trees, wreaths and decor items, and all inventory is available on the farm’s website. Reservations are required and trees will be delivered directly to vehicles. Masks are required for all customers and employees.
- 730 Route 211, Montgomery
- Choose from a large selection of freshly-cut Douglas, Fraser, concolor, and blue spruce trees, and a variety of wreaths and roping. Find trimmings for your new tree at the farm’s gift shop. Open daily beginning the day after Thanksgiving. Social distancing required.
- 1448 Route 211 West, Middletown
- Explore the wonderful collection of trees, wreaths, roping, poinsettias, and a gift shop at Pierson’s Farm. Visitors can choose from a wide selection of pre-cut trees or cut their own. Open daily beginning the day after Thanksgiving.
Farmside Acres
280 Angola Road, Cornwall
Selection of trees includes Scotch pine, Douglas fir, and blue spruce. Saws available. Open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Nov. 28 through Dec. 6. Follow New York State social distancing guidelines and wear a mask when unable to keep a safe space from others.
- 207 Stony Bar Road, Slate Hill
- Hike more than eight acres and choose from blue spruce, white spruce, and Canaan fir trees. Visit the Bed & Breakfast, featuring a roaring fireplace and gift shop, all in a beautiful timber framed barn. Open weekends beginning Saturday, Nov. 28, 10:00 a.m. until dusk. Social distancing required.
Abel's Trees
- 435 N. Clove Road, Verbank
- 845-677-6395
- Do this instead of shopping on Black Friday! Open from the day after Thanksgiving through Dec. 20. Appointments needed on weekdays. Consider bringing your own hand saw.
Battenfeld's Christmas Tree Farm
- 856 Route 199 Red Hook, New York 12571
- Phone: 845-758-8018
- A tradition since 1956, the farm is open daily 8 am to 4 pm. They encourage coming during the week! No family events in 2020 due to the coronavirus. Face masks are required and social distancing will be enforced.
- 26 Bilmar Blvd/Traver Rd. Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
- 845-554-4529
- Select your perfect Christmas tree at this farm open since 1959 in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York. Friday, November 27th - December 24th, 2020 Monday –Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Friday – Saturday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm Sunday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Check out the farm's year-round recreational offerings: camping, hiking, nature walks, fishing, and lots of outdoor entertainment of various kinds, including events and concerts.
B.J.'s Christmas Tree Farm
- 14 Evergreen Path, Pleasant Valley
- 845-635-1587
- 2020 changes: Trees and wreaths will be sold, but the store will be closed. No hot cocoa or cider and no family photos this year. Masks are required for customers and staff. In order to avoid a bottleneck for customers, pay by cash or checks only. All trees are $55. Wreath prices vary with size & decorations. We will open the Friday of Thanksgiving weekend, then on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 4 pm.
Evergreen Farm
- 407 N. Tower Hill Road, Millbrook
- 845-677-3785
- All of us here at Evergreen Farm know the pandemic has altered many parts of our lives, but we hope the Christmas tree farm experience and one of our beautiful Christmas trees in your home will provide a sense of normalcy and togetherness. Don't want to cut your own tree? No Problem. We offer full services. Simply pick out your tree and we will cut it and carry it for you. Bailing and handsaws for those who wish to cut their own are available for free. Evergreen Farm also has fragrant Balsam Fir Wreaths, fully decorated with bows cones and berries.
- 683 Van Wagner Road, Poughkeepsie
- 845-635-3206
- It's 2020, so no Santa, hayrides or tailgating this season. Customers are encouraged to bring their own saws, though there will be a few for rent. Bring your own ratchet straps or twine. Exact change is requested or you can pre-pay with a credit card.
- 161 Walsh Road, Lagrangeville, NY 12540
- 845-797-2128
- After Thanksgiving, the farm is open weekends, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. until Christmas.
- 203 Fiddler's Bridge Road, Staatsburg
- 845-889-4725
- Friday after Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve, 9AM to 4PM daily and call for additional times. Check out the gift shop too.
- 47 Rawls Road, Pleasant Valley
- 845-590-3337
- Beginning the day after Thanksgiving, through December, 9:00am - 4:00pm. Alternative hours: We are willing to be flexible on days and hours and can often open by appointment during the week if needed. At Rawls Christmas Tree Farm we provide all that is needed for our guests to experience the joy of choosing and cutting the perfect tree for their home.
- 214 Route 308, Rhinebeck
- 845-876-8801
- Saltsman Tree Farm has been operating in Rhinebeck for over 30 years. Open for the 2020 season on Friday, November 27th, 2020. Due to COVID-19, to provide a safe and healthy environment for everyone, masks or face coverings are required. Gloves are also encouraged. Saws will be available for customers to borrow, and they will be sanitized between uses. We encourage you to bring your own sleds and wagons. Practice 6-foot social distancing. Families and Groups MUST stay together! Customers should not come to the farm if they are displaying symptoms (e.g. fever, coughing), or have come in contact with someone who has. Let's all have a healthy holiday season!
- 80 Bedell Road, Poughkeepsie
- 845-473-0224
- Concession stand and Christmas Cabin is closed this year. Although farm activities are outside, we require that customers wear masks at all times. This is for your safety as well as others around you. Our staff will wear face masks or neck buff/gaiter when within 6 feet of others. We encourage customers to bring their own saws to help minimize contact. If you do not have a saw we will provide customers the opportunity to borrow a saw. Hand sanitizer will be available for use prior and after saw use. Chainsaws are not permitted. Opening Friday, November 27, 2020, then Wednesdays - Sundays through December 20.
- 191 White Schoolhouse Road Rhinebeck NY 12527
- 845-876-6760
- Located in Rhinebeck, New York, Wonderland Farm has celebrated the holidays with families from near and far. For over 30 years, the Lobotsky Family has offered an authentic winter experience with "cut your own" Christmas Trees. Friday: 10am - 4pm; Saturday & Sunday: 9am - Dusk.
- 2185 Route 32, Modena
- 845 883-6300
- We will be open for Choose & Cut Christmas Trees Thanksgiving Weekend, 10am-4pmFriday, Saturday & Sunday November 27th, 28th & 29th; Saturday, December 5th by Appointment Only (Call 845-883-7825). Christmas Tree Home Delivery Sunday, December 6th.
- 2020 changes due to the coronavirus: Check in at the Drive Thru where you can pick up your tree cutting essentials like hot cider, hot chocolate and NEW this year HURDS APPLE CIDER DONUTS!! There is NO Hayride out to the Tree Patches, instead guests will drive out and park near the patch of their choice. If you have a truck, you can bring your tree right back to be bailed. If you have a car, the tree you cut can ride in our new bin train back to the bailing station. The Winter Store is Online. Stay tuned for some creative gift ideas that can be purchased online and ready for pick up. Susan's Wreaths will be put online as she makes them for purchase and pick up at the Drive Thru Farm Store Thanksgiving weekend.
- We will not be doing Trees for Troops this year, but we will be offering a $5 off military discount.
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