5 Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms, an Hour or Less From Charlotte

Pile the crew in the car and bring home a stunning North Carolina Christmas tree
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Some farms listed below offer special attractions, food and gift items. Unless otherwise noted, bow saws are available onsite; no chainsaws are allowed. Trees often sell out quickly, so get out and pick yours while you can!

Looking for the perfect background for your holiday photo? Many farms will allow photographers and clients by appointment only. Call for more information.

Distance from Charlotte is based on Center City.

Almond Christmas Tree Farm, Albermarle, NC

Distance from Charlotte: 52 minutes
Bring it Home! Head to the farm beginning Black Friday (November 24) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to cut down your tree. After opening day, the farm is open Thursdays and Fridays from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Call to inquire about prices. You can also purchase your holiday wreath at Almond Christmas Tree Farm, in addition to its award-winning BBQ sauces, honey and fine herbs.

 

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Penland Christmas Tree Farm, York, SC

Distance from Charlotte: 47 minutes
Bring it Home! Penland Christmas Tree Farm opens on Black Friday (November 24), from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Christmas tree farm is open Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Seven varieties of local trees are available and prices start at $70. Bring the whole family and enjoy free hayrides and hot chocolate, the Treasure Barn, Mulch Mountain and Candy Cane Tree.

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Pine Top Farm, Salisbury, NC

Distance from Charlotte: 46 minutes
Bring it Home! Want a tree to go with your Thanksgiving celebration? Pine Top Farm in Salisbury is open Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays noon-4:30 p.m. through December 17. Choose from Frasier Fir, White Pine, Leland Cypress and Blue Ice. Fresh wreaths and garlands are also available. Call to inquire about prices. Cash/check only.

Helms Christmas Tree Farm, Vale, NC

Distance from Charlotte: 58 minutes
Bring it Home! Another spot you can get a tree before Thanksgiving is at Helms Christmas Tree Farm, which is now open Thursdays-Sundays from 9 a..-5:30 p.m. Handmade wreaths and garlands are also available. Call to inquire about prices. Helms Christmas Tree Farm believes in regenerative planting, so when one tree is cut, another is planted in its place.

Grace Tree Farm, Denver, NC

Distance from Charlotte: 37 minutes
Bring it Home! The Sidell family is ready to make all your holiday dreams come true with stunning trees and a big timber pavilion perfect for pictures. The farm opens for the season on Black Friday (November 24), and appointments are by reservation only. Grace Tree Farm has four different species of trees: White Pine, Leyland Cypress, Green Giant Arborvitae and Carolina Sapphire. Looking for a tabletop tree? Get a Norway Spruce. Premium cut Fraser Firs are felled the week of Thanksgiving.

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