From Jennifer Plecki, U.S. Forest Service
CEDAR CITY, Utah —The USDA Forest Service is again selling Christmas tree permits through Recreation.gov, which makes it convenient for visitors to find and purchase
permits to cut holiday trees from their favorite National Forest.
Recreation.gov makes it easy to purchase a permit. However, the public is always welcome to purchase a permit from their local National Forest Office.
“We are thrilled to see so many people embracing the tradition of cutting their own Christmas tree,” said Dixie National Forest Supervisor, Kevin Wright. “It is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories and connect with nature.”
Permits will go on sale through Recreation.gov Oct. 10 at 8 a.m. EDT. Trees are available to harvest Nov. 4 through Dec. 31, 2024. Permits will also be sold in person:
- Pine Valley Ranger District 345 East Riverside Drive, St George Utah 84790
- Cedar City Ranger District 820 N. Main St., Cedar City, Utah 435-865-3200
- Powell Ranger District 225 East Center Street, Panguitch, Utah 435-676-9300
- Escalante Ranger District 755 West Main Street, Escalante, Utah, 435-826-5499
Approved methods of harvest:
- Tree Height: 20 feet maximum. Trees up to 10 feet are $10. Trees from 11-20 feet are $20.
- Stump height: 5 inches maximum
- Take the whole tree. Do not remove the top of the tree; cut down the entire tree
- If snow is on the ground, remove it from around the stump so you can accurately measure the tree height
You can use this guide to help you identify what kind of tree you are allowed to harvest. No bristlecone pine may be harvested. Christmas tree permit purchasers will need to check their map/the recreation.gov Dixie National Forest Christmas tree webpage to find the permitted trees under their permit jurisdiction.
The Dixie National Forest’s two million acres has something for every outdoor enthusiast, offering everything from hiking and camping, to fishing and hunting. Come explore the Dixie and experience the beauty if Southern Utah for yourself. Follow us on facebook and don’t forget to tag us in your photos #DixieChristmasTree.
Dixie National Forest Christmas Tree Permit in Utah – Recreation.gov
Photos taken by Kevin Wheeler of the Dixie National Forest.