Spruce Up Your Tree Game This Christmas

Whether your family decks the halls before or after Thanksgiving, the Christmas season is only officially in swing when a very tall tree is set up and fully decorated in the living room. And oh, what fun it can be to cut that tree yourself!

This December, ditch the fake tree and get your winter workout with a trip to one of these 10 cut-your-own (CYO) Christmas tree farms. Pull on your parka, turn on your favorite holiday tunes, and head out on the highway. At day’s end, cherish the memories made as you rock around your own version of a Rockefeller Center tree.

Note: Tree varieties and prices may change, so check websites before you go!

Arader Farm

The tree lovers here create a perfect family-friendly tree-cutting experience. While on the farm, kiddos can say “ho, ho, ho” to reindeer and other animals. Grab a bite to eat from the Arader Farm Food Truck before taking the Walking Light Show tour. Then take a tractor ride to cut your own Douglas fir or Colorado blue spruce. On the way out, be sure to shop for ornaments, fresh-made wreaths and more decor. 746 S. Trappe Rd., Collegeville. AraderFarm.com.

Boswell’s Tree Farm

With over 70 years of tree service, Boswell’s knows how to make your family tree-cutting tradition memorable. In past years, Boswell’s has offered a selection of Canaan fir, Douglas fir, white pine, Colorado blue spruce, Norway spruce or white spruce cut-your-own trees ($10 to $11/foot, depending on the variety, with a 5-foot minimum). Saws and rope are provided. Cash or check only. 1093 N. Grange Ave., Collegeville. BoswellsTreeFarm.com.

Clark’s Christmas Tree Farm

Like the elves in the North Pole, folks at this family-run farm work hard all year long to prepare for Christmas. Wheel a “tree train” out to the farm to cut down your own tree — Fraser, Douglas, Canaan, Korean and concolor firs. Then grab hot chocolate or coffee and check out the Christmas shop with goodies like gifts and decor, wreaths and pine roping. 351 Pusey Mill Rd., Cochranville. ClarksChristmasTrees.com.

Old Stone Farm

Visit this scenic, family-run farm for your holiday tree excursion. Warm up with hard apple cider from farm-grown apples before strolling past the orchard and pond to find your perfect tree. Old Stone also has a selection of beautiful Christmas decorations, including handcrafted wreaths. Stop by the restored 200-year-old Pennsylvania bank barn on your way out. 959 Chesterville Rd., Lewisville. OldStoneFarm.com.

Spruce Grove Tree Farm

Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, toast marshmallows and take a hayride at Spruce Grove Tree Farm. Cut your own tree or choose from live ball-and-burlap evergreens dug fresh from the farm, with many sizes and varieties to choose from. The property has farm animals, is Jeep- and pet-friendly, and hosts special events like food trucks and a visit from Santa on select dates. Plus the gift shop has homemade wreaths and holiday decor. 501 Blue Gill Rd., Oxford. SpruceGrovePA.com.

Wiggins Christmas Trees

In addition to their popular pre-cut location off Route 3, Wiggins has another West Chester location, at their farm where you can cut your own tree. On select Sundays, take the West Chester Railroad Christmas Tree Train from Market Street Station to Wiggins’ farm for a magical tree-shopping experience (tickets: $30/adult; $25/kids age 2–12). Trees purchased will be loaded on the train for the ride back. Wiggins Farm has Douglas firs (average 7 feet), and trees are $80 for any size, cash only. Wreaths, stands and pine roping are also available. 1257 Westtown Thornton Rd., West Chester. WigginsChristmasTrees.com.

Corkum Tree Farm

Find your holiday tree at this family-run farm. Load your sled with a tree you cut yourself from a selection of Norway and blue spruces, white pines and a limited supply of Douglas firs ($12/foot, 6-foot minimum). Pre-cut tree varieties include Fraser, Douglas, Turkish and Nordmann firs, starting at $13/ foot. Grab a bite from the food or beer trucks or shop artisan items (Fair Trade tree ornaments, hand-knitted goodies) in the barn. 797 Bridge Rd., Collegeville. CorkumTreeFarm.com.

Sitko Tree Farm

These fourth-generation tree farmers have planted and grown trees for over 50 years. Sitko has choose-and-cut Douglas and balsam firs, or pick from their pre-cut tree selection — Fraser, Douglas and balsam firs. Stop by the Lil’ Country Store and pick up one of Ruth’s award-winning wreaths, window and light swags or custom centerpieces. 1141 Kepler Rd., Pottstown. SitkoTreeFarm.com.

Westlake Tree Farms

Holiday spirit is in the air at Westlake Tree Farms. Hop on a wagon, sip cocoa and experience the Christmas spirit while searching for your special tree. Cut your own Canaan or concolor fir ($12 to $18/foot). Or purchase a pre-cut ($16/foot) Canaan (6 to 9 feet) or concolor fir (6 to 8 feet). Stop by the Christmas shop at the barn to see Santa and toy trains and to pick your ornaments. 2421 N. Hill Camp Rd., Pottstown. WestlakeTreeFarms.com.

Yeager’s Farm & Market

Cut your own tree, up to 8 feet ($15/foot, $85 minimum). Choose from Douglas, Fraser, Canaan, Nordmann and concolor firs. Blue and Norway spruces will be available after December 10. Fresh-cut trees are also available while supplies last, 5 to 12 feet, individually priced. Hayrides on Saturday and Sunday, 9 to 4. Top the day with a visit to the gift shop or a drive through their holiday light show. 1015 Pike Springs Rd., Phoenixville. YeagersFarm.com/Christmas.