North Carolina offers two different kinds of Christmas tree outing: a trip into the western mountains for a Fraser fir, or a visit to a lower-elevation farm growing pines, cedars and cypress. The mountain farms in this list cluster around Boone, Newland, West Jefferson and Laurel Springs, with more options near Waynesville and Glenville. Farm-owned stands bring mountain-grown trees closer to families in the Triangle and Triad.
Fraser fir is the familiar mountain choice. NC State Extension explains that it grows best at higher elevations, while Virginia pine is widely grown for choose-and-cut sales in eastern North Carolina. White pine, Leyland cypress and Carolina Sapphire also appear on the farms checked here. Some growers list additional varieties; check the individual farm's page for the trees it offers.
Many farms begin selling in mid-November or around Thanksgiving. Several open only on selected weekends, and a published closing date can change if trees sell out.
Before leaving, measure your room first, including space for the stand and topper. Bring gloves, a measuring tape and sturdy footwear, and check whether you cut the tree yourself or staff cut your selection. Mountain fields can be steep, so allow time for the walk and loading your tree.
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20 farms
2170 Marthas Chapel Road, Apex 27523
Staff cut the tree you choose.
4944 Highway 194 North, Boone 28607
Also Panoramic View: 368 Panoramic Lane, Boone. Staff cut and bale trees.
2155 Blackberry Road, Boone 28607
Select a Fraser fir in the field; staff cut and wrap it. The published season covers just two weekends.
Boone 28607
Open on selected dates only, with hours varying by day. The farm offers hayrides, hot drinks and a gift shop.
1739 Ball Branch Road, Boone 28607
Choose a Fraser fir or tag one ahead of time. The farm’s directions turn onto Meat Camp Road at the Plan B Store.
1100 Reedy Creek Road, Cary 27513
Also: 1100 Environ Way, Chapel Hill; 7200 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh. Trees are grown on the farm in Laurel Springs.
1292 Beth Haven Church Road, Denver 28037
Choose a field-grown cypress, with shaking and baling available. The farm also lists Murray cypress and Green Giant arborvitae.
121 Brooks Shell Road, Elk Park 28622
Staff cut your chosen tree. Also Orchard Farm at 60 Buck Mtn Road, Elk Park.
231 Bee Tree Rd, Glenville 28736
Choose a farm-grown Fraser fir and enjoy coffee or hot chocolate. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
1653 New Garden Road, Greensboro 27410
This Greensboro stand sells trees grown on the family’s Sparta farm. The season ends when trees sell out.
1489 Burnetts Chapel Rd, Greensboro 27407
Cut field-grown cypress and pine or select Fraser firs from its mountain farm. Green Giant arborvitae is also listed.
5829 NC-27, Iron Station 28080
Choose a field-grown pine, cedar or cypress. Check the farm’s Santa schedule before planning a visit.
1325 Gould Rd, Jacksonville 28540
Choose a field-grown pine, cypress or cedar. Tree fields close at dark.
270 Mistletoe Meadows Parkway, Laurel Springs 28644
Own stands: Asheboro, 343 NC Hwy 42 N; Garner, 1511 Benson Rd; Pinehurst, 244 Olmsted Blvd.
63 Sandy Hollar Lane, Leicester 28748
Hayrides, provided saws and tree wrapping accompany the tree fields.
894 Walt Clark Road, Newland 28657
Choose a Fraser fir at the grower’s Walt Clark Road farm.
1576 Will Coltrane Rd, Sophia 27350
Field-grown cypress choices include Leyland, Carolina Sapphire and Murray cypress. Green Giant arborvitae is also named.
445 Boyd Farm Road, Waynesville 28785
Choose a Fraser fir in the fields or browse pre-cut trees. Saws and baling are provided; check dated Santa visits on the farm’s calendar.
24 Corner Drive, Waynesville 28785
Fraser fir trees on selected November and December dates; the farm may close earlier if sold out.
3450 Phillips Gap Road, West Jefferson 28694
Opening days and stock change from year to year. Check the farm’s own website before you set out. Know of a farm we’ve missed, or one that’s closed? Tell us at the contact page.
Before you go, measure your room with the Tree Planner so you know the height and width that fit.
