Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms Near Richmond
9 farms around Richmond where you choose and cut your own Christmas tree, from Caroline and Hanover County north of the city to Amelia, Cumberland and Louisa County. Every farm is checked against its own website or another named source.
- cut-your-own farms
- 9
- most common tree
- Fraser fir
- with hayrides or wagons
- 1
- allow leashed dogs
- 3
Caroline County, VA 3 farms
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Ruther Glen, VA
A 10-acre family tree farm in Caroline County, between Richmond and Fredericksburg, with cut-your-own cypress and Canaan fir in the field and pre-cut firs under a covered red pole barn.
- Leyland cypress
- Canaan fir
- Arizona cypress
- Fraser fir
- Concolor fir
- +1 more
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Ruther Glen, VA
A Caroline County tree farm behind a white picket fence on Golansville Road, a short hop off I-95 at Ladysmith, offering cut-your-own trees, a Christmas shop and visits with Santa.
- Scotch pine
- Fraser fir
- Spruce
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Woodford, VA
A Caroline County farm near Bowling Green selling choose-and-cut white pine, Scotch pine and spruce, with a Christmas gift shop and fresh roping and wreaths.
- White pine
- Scotch pine
- Spruce
Amelia County, VA 2 farms
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Amelia Court House, VA
A no-frills family choose-and-cut farm off Route 360 in Amelia, about 35 miles west of Richmond, growing Southern favorites like Virginia pine and eastern red cedar alongside white and Scotch pine.
- White pine
- Virginia pine
- Scotch pine
- Eastern red cedar
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Amelia Court House, VA
A 43-acre farm in northern Amelia County, about an hour west of Richmond, where reserved visitors tag and cut their own cypress, pine, fir or spruce, with a weekend bonfire and pre-cut Fraser firs as a backup.
- Leyland cypress
- Murray cypress
- Carolina Sapphire cypress
- Scotch pine
- Canaan fir
- +2 more
Buckingham County, VA 1 farm
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Scottsville, VA
A rustic cut-your-own farm in Buckingham County near Scottsville, south of Charlottesville, with Douglas fir, white pine and Leyland cypress in the field and pre-cut Fraser firs.
- Douglas fir
- White pine
- Leyland cypress
- Fraser fir
Cumberland County, VA 1 farm
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Cumberland, VA
A second-generation family tree farm on Route 60 just east of Cumberland Court House, about an hour west of Richmond, with cut-your-own pine, spruce and cypress plus pre-cut Fraser firs.
- Fraser fir
- White pine
- Norway spruce
- Canaan fir
- Leyland cypress
- +4 more
Hanover County, VA 1 farm
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Beaverdam, VA
A choose-and-cut farm in western Hanover County with hayrides to the fields, goats and donkeys to visit and fire pits for s'mores.
Louisa County, VA 1 farm
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Mineral, VA
A family-owned Louisa County farm growing Christmas trees since 1984, where visitors reserve a time to choose and cut a Canaan fir, with smaller numbers of concolor fir and blue spruce.
- Canaan fir
- Concolor fir
- Blue spruce
Compare Christmas tree farms near Richmond
| Farm | Town | Price | Trees | Saws | Shake & net | Dogs | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claybrooke Farm | Mineral, VA | – | Canaan fir, Concolor fir, Blue spruce | – | – | – | – |
| Firever Pines Christmas Tree Farm | Ruther Glen, VA | – | Leyland cypress, Canaan fir, Arizona cypress, Fraser fir, Concolor fir, Douglas fir | Yes | Yes | Leashed | Cards accepted |
| Foxfire Christmas Tree Farm | Scottsville, VA | – | Douglas fir, White pine, Leyland cypress, Fraser fir | Yes | Yes | Leashed | – |
| Hanover Pines | Beaverdam, VA | – | – | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Nuckols Christmas Tree Farm | Cumberland, VA | – | Fraser fir, White pine, Norway spruce, Canaan fir, Leyland cypress, Murray cypress, Carolina Sapphire cypress, Arizona cypress, Scotch pine | – | Yes | – | Cash or check |
| O'Neal's Christmas Tree Farm | Amelia Court House, VA | – | White pine, Virginia pine, Scotch pine, Eastern red cedar | – | Yes | – | – |
| Three Cedars Tree Farm | Ruther Glen, VA | – | Scotch pine, Fraser fir, Spruce | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Willow Oak Christmas Tree Farm | Woodford, VA | – | White pine, Scotch pine, Spruce | – | – | – | – |
| Woods Tree Farm | Amelia Court House, VA | – | Leyland cypress, Murray cypress, Carolina Sapphire cypress, Scotch pine, Canaan fir, Norway spruce, Fraser fir | Yes | – | Leashed | Cards accepted |
Where to cut a tree near Richmond
Central Virginia's cut-your-own farms are mostly small family operations spread across the rural counties around the city. Caroline County along I-95 to the north has the most farms on our list.
Which trees grow here
The trees offered most often at the farms we list, counting pre-cut trees, are Fraser fir, Scotch pine and Canaan fir. Several farms also sell pre-cut trees, so check each listing to see what you can cut yourself. See our guide to Christmas tree types.
Tips for a Richmond tree trip
Some farms require a reservation or take only cash or checks, so read each listing before you go.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of Christmas trees do farms near Richmond have?
The most common trees at farms near Richmond are Fraser fir (5 farms), Scotch pine (5 farms), Canaan fir (4 farms) and Leyland cypress (4 farms). Some farms sell part of their range as pre-cut trees, so check each listing. Read our guide to Christmas tree types to compare scent, needle retention and branch strength.
Do Christmas tree farms near Richmond provide saws?
Yes, at 5 of the 9 farms we list, the farm hands out saws at the field, and 6 shake and net your tree for you. You can bring your own bow saw, but check the farm's rules first, since some do not allow chainsaws or power tools.
Can I bring my dog to a Christmas tree farm near Richmond?
3 farms near Richmond say leashed dogs are welcome: Firever Pines Christmas Tree Farm, Foxfire Christmas Tree Farm and Woods Tree Farm. Rules can change on busy weekends, so check before you go.
Do I need a reservation to cut a tree near Richmond?
Most farms are first come, first served, but 2 farms near Richmond require you to book a time slot: Claybrooke Farm and Woods Tree Farm.
When do Christmas tree farms near Richmond open?
1 farm has posted 2026 opening dates so far, starting Saturday, November 21. Most of the others say they open around Thanksgiving weekend. Many close once their cuttable trees run out, so the best selection is in late November and early December.
Before you go
- How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas TreeWhat to bring to a choose-and-cut farm, how to pick a fresh tree, where to make the cut and how to get it home and standing, step by step.
- Christmas Tree Types: Which Real Tree Should You Choose?Fraser, balsam, Douglas, noble and concolor fir, spruces, pines and cypress compared for scent, needle retention, soft needles and ornament strength.
- How to Keep a Real Christmas Tree FreshHow much water a Christmas tree drinks, when to recut the trunk, why additives don't help and how long a fresh-cut tree lasts, from extension research.
- When to Cut Your Christmas TreeWhen cut-your-own Christmas tree farms open, how long a fresh-cut tree lasts indoors and the best weekend to go for selection and freshness.
- What Size Christmas Tree Do I Need?How to measure your ceiling and floor space for a real Christmas tree, how wide a tree really is, and how much trunk to leave for the stand.
- How Much Does a Real Christmas Tree Cost?What a real Christmas tree costs in the US, what cut-your-own farms charge, and how flat, per-foot and by-size pricing work, with farm price data.