Looking to get a jumpstart on making wonderful holiday memories with your family this year? You can do just that when you pay a visit to Snowy Peaks Tree Farm to harvest your very own Christmas tree. There's something so much more rewarding about picking out and cutting down your very own tree, rather than simply choosing one from a lineup in a parking lot. However, that's not all this charming little farm has to offer. This Christmas tree farm packs in a ton of amazing holiday attractions - come for a tree, stay for a sleigh ride in Northern California.
Make picking out this year's Christmas tree an experience that you treasure for years to come with a visit to Snowy Peaks Tree Farm. Located in Foresthill, this humble tree farm is much more than a place to simply pick up your tree and leave. It's a delightful family outing, as well!
Snowy Peaks Tree Farm has been producing award-winning Christmas trees since 1979, so it's safe to say this place knows what it takes to raise some beautiful trees. Boasting a stunning view of the Crystal Mountains and plenty of fresh mountain air, a trip to this tree farm is impossible not to love.
This year, the farm will be open daily from November 24 through December 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. People come for the gorgeous mountain trees, but you'll soon discover that this farm boasts all sorts of wonderful activities for all ages.
The farm boasts complimentary cups of hot chocolate, coffee, and candy canes to enjoy around the bonfire. Tree swings and picnic areas also make for great places to relax and enjoy the stunning farm scenery.
To top it all off, horse-drawn wagon rides are offered on weekends. Rides cost just $5 per person and give visitors the opportunity to sit back and take in the jaw-dropping winter scenery that surrounds the farm.
Wagon rides will be offered this year starting December 2 and running through December 22.
Of course, the experience of cutting down your very own Christmas tree is something that just can't be beat. Saws are available for use free of charge. All you have to do is pick out that perfect tree and start sawing away!
Start your holiday celebrations off the right way with a visit to this charming Christmas tree farm. You'll get a gorgeous tree in the end, but you'll also walk away with some unforgettable family memories.
Check out Snowy Peaks Tree Farm, a Christmas tree farm in Northern California, in this video from PlacerGROWN:
What do you think? Are you ready to visit this Christmas tree farm and sleigh ride in Northern California? Share your favorite story about your holiday traditions with a comment.
After your NorCal sleigh ride, how about a fun holiday lights tour of San Francisco in a vintage VW bus? Check out another exquisite holiday destination when you read about the one Christmas Town in Northern California that's simply a must-visit this season.
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