Join in the holiday tradition of cutting your own Christmas tree in Granby! Find your perfect tree with a permit through the U.S. Forest Service or ticket from Snow Mountain Ranch.
U.S. Forest Service
November 10, 2022 - January 6, 2023
A permit for harvesting a Christmas tree in the Arapaho National Forest must be bought before harvesting. You can purchase a permit online or at Granby’s Country Ace Hardware. Permits are $20/each with a maximum of 5 permits per person.
Additional Information
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Download and print your Holiday tree cutting map. Printed maps are not available in the Forest. Cut trees only within the National Forest boundary. No trespassing on private property.
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Cut the stump at ground level. Take the whole tree. Do not remove the top of the tree.
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Choosing a tree from a densely forested area gives the remaining trees more space to grow.
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Permits must be displayed on the tree or visible on your vehicle dashboard.
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Cutting is prohibited at least 50 feet away from a stream or body of water and at least 75 feet away from a road or trail.
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Snow Mountain Ranch
November 25 - December 18, 2022
Gather your loved ones and set out on an adventure through the Snow Mountain Ranch forest to find the perfect Christmas tree.
Tree Cutting Ticket
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Guests will receive a tree cutting ticket upon lodging check in or upon the purchase of a $29 tree cutting ticket. The purchase of a ticket also covers one activity day pass.
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Guests must check in with Snow Mountain Ranch Staff at the Program Building.
Additional Information
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Trees that are off-limits will be marked. Do not cut down marked trees.
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Handsaws and ropes provided.
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Guests must tie their own trees down.
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Guests are welcome to bring their own tools however, chainsaws and any electric equipment ARE NOT PERMITTED.
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The cutting area will be in the forest between the library and the dog park.
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Guests are welcome to park in the library parking lot.