Looking for the best Christmas tree farms near Boston? Once you cut your own Christmas tree straight from a field, it’s hard to go back to purchasing one from a parking lot. From the crack of the bark to the sharp evergreen aroma, a fresh-cut tree is special. Finding the perfect one and chopping it down at one of the many cut-your-own Christmas tree farms near Boston makes for a fun family adventure. Some of our favorites, from north and south of Boston to the western suburbs, have festive music and beautiful holiday decor for sale, too. So read on for the top Christmas tree farms near Boston!
For more holiday and Christmas activities, explore our Boston Holiday Fun Guide. You’ll find great events, like the Best Places for Pictures with Santa in Boston.
Head to Smolak Farms in North Andover for a Christmas Tree this year! Photo courtesy of Smolak Farms
Christmas Tree Farms Near Boston – North
1. Smolak Farms – North Andover
Head to Smolak Farms to enjoy holiday activities, like cookie decorating and story time. You can also walk in nature to find your perfect Christmas tree. The popular farm has a limited number of cut-your-own, including Fraser fir and balsam fir. Watch for fallow deer that live on the farm. The farm store carries refreshments and beautiful wreaths and kissing balls. Be prepared to haul your tree to your car as it’s generally self-service.
2. Greenwood Tree Farm – Billerica
Select from Fraser fir and some balsam fir at this farm. Stop by the Christmas Gift Shop and pick up unique gifts, drink complimentary apple cider and try delicious honey samples. Animals at the farm include goats and chickens.
3. Crane Neck Tree Farm – West Newbury
There are a variety of trees to choose from: Fraser, balsam, and Douglas firs, plus blue spruce. The farm typically offers a selection of six- to eight-foot trees. Check the website for availability. The farm accepts cash and checks.
4. Turkey Hill Farm – Haverhill
Award-winning blue spruce, Fraser fir, and plenty of Douglas firs are all here at Turkey Hill Farm. The fee includes cutting, shaking, wrapping, and drilling.
Get your hands on the best Christmas tree in Boston at these local spots! Photo by Ally Noel
Christmas Tree Farms Near Boston – South
5. Tree-Berry Farm – Scituate
Tree-Berry Farm grows a wide variety of trees: balsam fir, Fraser fir, Canaan fir, and white spruce. You can cut your own or one of the friendly staff members can cut it for you once you pick the right tree. They’ll help fasten it to your car as well.
6. Indian Rock Farm – Foxborough
Balsam, Fraser, and concolor firs are available at this farm. You can also find a festive wreath, swags, or mistletoe to complete your holiday decorating. Reservations are required in 2023.
7. Deerfield Tree Farm – Millis
You can choose from a variety of spruce and fir trees at this farm. The farm has a variety of pre-cut trees (up to 14-feet tall) if you aren’t in the cutting mood. Santa even visits! He will be there on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
8. Pakeen Farm – Canton
The farm offers a variety of trees: balsam fir, Fraser fir, concolor fir, blue spruce, white spruce, and Norway spruce. The farm also sells firewood and birch logs for decorating. Our favorite remains the mini donuts!
Keep your eyes peeled fpor Santa and Mrs. Claus! Photo courtesy of Sleighbell Christmas Tree Farm.
Christmas Tree Farms Near Boston – West
9. Sleigh Bell Christmas Tree Farm – Sutton
Choose from a large variety of cut-your-own spruce, pine, and fir trees. The farm also offers swags, wreaths, and more in the holiday gift barn. The fire pit is great for warming up, and food will be available on the weekend. Check the website for opportunities to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus.
10. Mistletoe Christmas Tree Farm – Stow
This farm sells a wide variety of trees: Fraser fir, balsam fir, Fralsam fir, Canaan fir, concolor fir, blue spruce, and Norway spruce. They also sell pre-cut trees for visitors who come after the cut-your-own trees have sold out. The farm has an old-fashioned atmosphere, with Christmas music playing and hot cocoa for sipping. There are also five “selfies with Santa” days in 2023 as well!
11. Doe Orchards – Harvard
The orchard offers many beautiful trees for cutting, mostly balsam firs. Trees are sold on a first-come, first-served basis (no pre-tagging). The farm stand sells apples and firewood.
Get ahold of something special at a Christmas tree farm near Boston this year.
Christmas Tree Farms in Western Massachusetts
12. Cranston’s Christmas Tree Farm – Ashfield
A road trip to Cranston’s will not disappoint with its rows of balsam, concolor, and Fraser fir trees. Cranston’s also offers pre-cut trees, wreaths and greenery, maple syrup, honey, brush ornaments, syrup gift boxes and baskets, and more.
13. Radebaugh’s Christmas Tree Farm – Belchertown
This farm in Belchertown offers rows of Fraser fir, blue spruce, and other types along with trees up to 9 feet tall. On weekends, helpers are there to assist in cutting and carrying your fresh-cut tree, but on weekdays the farm recommends bringing a tarp to drag your tree to your car. This farm also has wreaths, sprays, holly bunches, and tree stands.
Originally published November 2011
Updated November 2022, November 2023, November 2024
