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How to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in Idaho | What You Need & Where to Go

Christmas tree hunting in Idaho is one of our favorite traditions — and today I’m walking you through exactly how to do it, where to go, and what you need to bring. Whether you’re local or exploring a move to Idaho, this is one of the most fun, affordable outdoor adventures you can experience here. 🌲 WHERE TO GET YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE PERMIT Caribou–Targhee National Forest (USFS) Bureau of Land Management (BLM) – Southeast Idaho Get your permit here: 👉 https://www.recreation.gov/tree-permits 🪓 ESSENTIALS YOU DON’T WANT TO FORGET Permits & Planning • Christmas tree permit • Map of cutting zones (download ahead of time) • Know which species you’re allowed to cut • Check weather, road conditions & access points Tools & Gear • Handsaw or chainsaw • Gas + starter fluid/ether for cold mornings (if using a chainsaw) • Sled to haul the tree out (extra helpful in deep snow) • Firewood • Matches or lighter • Rope, straps, or tie-downs • Trailer, truck bed, or vehicle roof to secure your tree • 4-wheel drive if you’re going off the beaten path Food, Drinks & Traditions • Hot chocolate • Snacks • Leftover turkey sandwiches (our classic post-Thanksgiving tradition 🙌) • Your favorite bevvy for a hot toddy or a little “something-something” in that cocoa 😉 • Plenty of water for kids + adults Cold Weather Essentials • Snow boots/Snow Pants/Jacket • Warm layers • Waterproof snow gear • Gloves • Hat 🗺️ OUR FAVORITE AREAS TO CUT A TREE IN SOUTHEAST IDAHO • Island Park — especially the Chick Creek area • Fall River Road toward Palisades Both areas have great access, beautiful scenery, and tons of options whether you’re bringing the family, snowmobiling in, or just making a quick day of it. ❄️ WHY WE LOVE THIS TRADITION We’ve been cutting our Christmas tree for 17 years. It started with friends before we even had kids, continued as our families grew, and even as life has changed, it’s still one of the sweetest memories we make every winter in Idaho. 📲 THINKING ABOUT RELOCATING TO IDAHO? I help families explore Idaho Falls, Island Park, Teton Valley, and all of Southeast Idaho — from neighborhoods and schools to outdoor lifestyle and local traditions like this one. 🔔 DON’T MISS OUT Subscribe & follow so you don’t miss more of our outdoor adventures, local insights, and everything you need to unpack Idaho & live your best Idaho life. Barb Miller Unpack Idaho with Barb Miller Real Estate Southeast Idaho Realtor | The Foundation Real Estate 📧 [email protected] 📱 801-674-4286