Some of my most vivid memories as a child were the adventures with my parents to cut our own tree. I do not use the word ‘adventures’ lightly. One year we ended up in the bed of a flat bed truck as the owner drove us up the side of the mountain. As a kid I thought it was amazing and I giggled and screamed as we held on for dear life. Now looking back on the event through my ‘mom goggles’, I wonder how my Mom ever let us on that truck. We also made dear friends. Whether they know it or not, they left a lasting impression on the heart of my family. The Purcell Family in Clarkesville, Ga, was who we often times got our trees from. I loved getting to see Mr. Purcell every year. He tolerated my quest for the perfect tree, which often involved pleas with him to let us buy ones he had marked as off-limits. Yes, my thirst for the large perfectly coifed tree often led to me begging him for the ones they groomed to line their driveway. One year , dear Mr. Purcell gave into my Christmas tantrum and allowed us to purchase one of their personal trees. Maybe my eyes were a little big, because the back deck of my parents house collapsed as they tried to bring that monster up the back steps and into the living room that had the vaulted ceilings. Minus a few scrapes, my parents were not hurt. It certainly makes for great stories and even better memories.
For those who love fresh cut Christmas tree, we have put together a guide to find where to buy fresh Christmas tree at local Christmas tree farms in and around Atlanta metro area.
**This is dedicated to the memory of Mr. Ben Purcell, who passed away on April 2, 2013. Not only did he add to the Christmas magic of this little girl, but he spread the holiday cheer to so many families. It is hard to imagine that same man was once held as a POW. Thank you Mr. Purcell for your service to our country and the many warm childhood memories of Christmas past.**
-Lori
Guide to Georgia Christmas Tree Farms in Atlanta 2013
-Information updated by Debbie Aiken, Atlanta Parent Squad
Hunter’s Christmas Tree Farm, Alpharetta
Enjoy some complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while you choose, then cut down your own Christmas tree. Enjoy other activities like Santa visits and pony rides on Saturdays.
Location: 14680 Wood Road, Alpharetta, GA. Phone: 770-475-0713
Date: Open November 29, 2013
Hours: Monday – Friday: 4:00 pm – dusk; Saturday: 9:00 am – dusk; Closed on Sunday
More Info: Visit website
Berry’s Tree Farm, Covington
Cut your own Christmas tree, and grab a snack at the concession stand. Enjoy a train or hay ride and visit with Santa. Visit their website for a coupon!
Location: 70 Mt. Tabor Rd., Covington, GA 30014. Phone: 770-786-5833
Date: Open November 24, 2013
Hours: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm daily
More Info: Visit website
The Kinsey Family Farm, Cumming
Enjoy the music, roast marshmallows, and warm up on hot chocolate at the barn. Take a free wagon ride through their 35 acre tree plantation. They also provide wreaths, garlands, tree stands, lasting memories and much more!
Location: 7170 Jot-em Down Road, Cumming, GA 30506. Phone: 770-887-6028
Date: Open November 23 – December 21, 2013, closed on Thanksgiving day.
Hours: Monday – Friday: 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Black Friday, Saturdays & Sundays: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
More Info: Visit website
Bottoms Christmas Tree Farm, Cumming
Enjoy complimentary marshmallow roast and apple cider and visit with the farm animals. Take a hay ride, play cornhole or watch a movie in the “Kids Barn”. They also have custom made wreaths and tree stands and offer complimentary drilling and bagging.
Location: 5880 John Burruss Road, Cumming, GA 30040. Phone: 404-538-0493
Date: November 27- December 30, 2013. Open on Thanksgiving Day.
Hours: Hours after Thanksgiving: Monday – Friday: 3:00 pm – dark; Saturday: 9:00 am – dark; Closed on Sunday
More Info: Visit website
Wee Three Trees Farm, Fayetteville
Wee Three Trees has lots of Christmas trees for you to choose and cut and they also have Christmas fun for the family. In addition to a broad selection of trees of different types and heights, they also have hay rides and pony rides (weather permitting), and coloring books and crayons for the kids. Santa visits the farm every Saturday.
Location: 382 Ebenezer Church Rd, Fayetteville, GA. Phone Number: 770-487-6397
Date: call for details
Hours: Monday – Friday: 2:00 – 6:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Minter’s Farm, Fayetteville
Minter’s Farm is Fayette County’s largest Christmas tree farm, with more than 2,000 trees ready for purchase this holiday season. They furnish saws so you can cut your own trees or they’ll help you. They have materials to tie your tree to your vehicle. Free hayrides on the weekends!
Location: 283 Hills Bridge Road Fayetteville, GA 30215. Phone: 770-461-2840
Date: November 28, 2013. Open on Thanksgiving Day.
Hours: Open 7 days a week: 9:00 am – dark
More Info: Visit website
Smith’s Choose & Cut Farm, Fayetteville
Choose and cut your own Christmas trees.
Location: 230 Davis Rd, Fayetteville, GA. Phone Number: 770-487-7474
Date: Open Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve 2013
Hours: Monday – Friday: noon – 5:00, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
More Info: Visit website
Brown’s Christmas Tree Farm, Hampton
FREE hay rides and pony rides on the weekends! (Weather permitting)
Santa visits every Saturday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Location: 86 Minter Drive, Hampton, GA 30228. Phone: (770) 946-9163
Date: open Thanksgiving through December 21, 2013
Hours: Monday – Friday: noon- 6:00 pm, Saturdays: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sundays: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
More Info: Visit website
Fourakre Christmas Tree Farm, Hampton
Bring your hand saw, power saw, or use one of our bow saws. Free tree shacking and drilling machine if required. Netting is available cutting and hauling is also for a small fee.
Location: 13887 Upper Woolsey Rd, Hampton, GA. Phone Number: 770-946-9112
Date: Open Thanksgiving Day 2013
Hours: Friday: 12:00 – 6:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
More Info: Visit website
Worthington Tree Farm, Hampton
Beautiful farm in rural setting; free hayrides to and from fields on weekend, weather permitting; children’s attractions: O’mas Gourd Hause featuring Christmas crafts, gifts, wreaths, bows, garland, tree decorations, and many other items.
Location: 145 Twin Oaks Dr., Hampton, GA 30228. Phone: 770-478-3677
Date: Open November 25 – December 20, 2013. Open Thanksgiving Day.
Hours: Monday – Friday: 2:30 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday: 12:30 – 6:00 pm.
More Info: Visit website
Thompson’s Trees Farm, Lawrenceville
Enjoy free cider and hot chocolate in the gift shop and feed the goats and cows. Hayrides and roasting marshmallows on the weekends (weather permitting). Santa will visit the farm on Saturday, December 7th, from 10:30AM until 1:30PM, and will be available for free picture taking with children. Choose-and-cut trees include: Leyland Cypress, Murray Cypress, Blue Ice, Green Giant and Carolina Sapphire.
Location: 1829 Prospect Road, Lawrenceville, GA. Phone Number: 770-513-2552
Date: November 23 – December 21, 2013. Open Thanksgiving Day.
Hours: Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm. Open Thanksgiving day 2:00 – 5:00 pm and on Black Friday from 9:30 am – 6:00 pm.
More Info: Visit website
Mike’s Trees Farm, Loganville
Bring the whole family and pick out the perfect Christmas tree together. Join the hundreds of other families who have made choosing and cutting their own Christmas tree at Mike’s Trees an annual holiday tradition.
Location: 3847 Loganville Highway (Hwy 20), Loganville, GA. Phone Number: (404) 551-0449
Date: November 29 – December 22, 2013
Hours: November 29: 10:00 am – sunset; Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am – sunset
More Info: Visit website
The Coker Trees Farm, Marietta
Join The Coker Tree Farm for the wonderful experience of choosing and cutting your very own Real Christmas Tree.
Location: 2280 Macland Road, Marietta, Georgia 30064. Phone: 770-424-8047
Date: Opens November 26, 2013 at 12:00pm
Hours: Monday – Friday: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
More Info: Visit website
Sleepy Hollow Christmas Tree Farm, Powder Springs
The Sleepy Hollow Christmas Tree Farm in Powder Springs Georgia offers a wide variety of fresh Christmas Trees including Leyland Cypress, Virginia Pines, Carolina Sapphires, and Fraser Firs.
Location: 628 Sleepy Hollow Road, Powder Springs, GA. Phone Number: 770-942-6770
Date: Open day after Thanksgiving Day (November 29, 2103)
Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm 7 days a week
More Info: Visit their Facebook page
Sugarland Christmas Trees Farm, Stockbridge
There will be many varieties to choose from: Virginia Pine, Cedar, Leyland Cypress, Blue Ice, White Pine and the Pre-cut Fraser Fir fresh from North Carolina. All trees vary in size to meet your desires and fit the location where you will place it. Santa will be here the first three weekends in December from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Location: 3933 Highway 155 N, Stockbridge, GA. Phone Number: 770-954-9356
Date: November 29 – December 23, 2013
Hours: Monday – Friday: 12:00 pm – dark, Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – dark
More Info: Visit website
Yule Forest Hwy 155, Stockbridge
Stay warm with complimentary homemade hot apple cider, candy canes and free hayrides and petting zoo on the weekends! Jump on the jumpy pillow and have fun in the obstacle course. Enjoy a Christmas tours including a puppet show from December 1 – 16, 2013. Visit their website for a coupon.
Location: 3565 Hwy 155 North, Stockbridge, GA. Phone Number: 770-957-6438
Date: Opens Thanksgiving Day 2013
Hours: 9:00 am – dark, 7 days a week
More Info: Visit website
Berry Patch Farm, Woodstock
After cutting down your tree, rest and sit on the porch eating a warm funnel cake and sip some hot apple cider!
Location: 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA. Phone Number: 770-926-0561
Date: November 29 – December 15, 2013
Hours: Monday – Friday: 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Friday November 29, 2013.
More Info: Visit website
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