When it comes to Christmas traditions, picking out a tree ranks at the top of the list. Even Kevin McCallister knew this, chopping down his very own makeshift tree in Home Alone.
While we don’t recommend axing a tree from your neighbor’s yard, we do recommend heading to one of these local tree farms to pick a tree. Whether you decide on a picturesque, precut Fraser Fir, humble Charlie Brown special or cut your own 8-foot pine, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect centerpiece for Santa to pile presents under.
Here are the 2022 Best Christmas Tree Farms in Cincinnati:
Bartels Farm
4427 Cotton Run Rd, Hamilton, OH | Website
Bartels Farm provides a peaceful, natural place for your family to choose and cut your own Christmas tree. Living Trees and pre-cut trees are also available. Open November 25, 26, 27 (3 days only) and only by appointment. Make an appointment HERE!
Berninger Trees and Wreaths
1220 Stubbs Mill Rd. Lebanon, OH | Website
Offering a variety of Pines and Firs, Berninger has hundreds of trees of all different sizes. You can choose and cut or purchase a pre-cut tree. Warm up with popcorn and hot cocoa in the Christmas store once you’ve found a tree! Open day after Thanksgiving on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am-5 pm.
Big Tree Plantation
2544 South Waynesville Road, Morrow, OH | Website
Big Tree Plantation is one of most popular tree farms in Cincinnati, featuring over 35,000 trees! Enjoy loads of family friendly activities on weekends. Peruse tree pricing here.
Corsi Tree Farm
1651 Bolender Rd. Hamersville, OH 45130 | Website
Grab a cup of hot cocoa, a hand saw, and explore over 100 acres of beautiful scenery. Free tree bailing is included. Cash or check only (ATM available). Opens November 25- December 22.
Doc Millers Christmas Trees
12666 German Church St. NE, Alliance, OH | Website
Pick from a plethora of 5-15′ trees! This Eco-Friendly choose and cut farm uses no pesticides, fungicides or colorants. Opens Saturday, November 19, 2022. Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays only.
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John T Nieman Nursery
3215 Hamilton New London Rd. Hamilton, OH | Website
They have been growing Christmas trees for over 75 years and currently grow over 60,000 trees on our 125 acre farm. You can choose to roam the fields looking for that perfect tree, find a pre-cut tree by the Christmas barn, or pick from a large selection of balled and burlapped trees to plant after Christmas. Cash or check only. Open daily from November 19 – December 23.
Koch Christmas Trees
6232 Hamilton-Scipio Road, Okeana, Ohio, 45053 | Website
The small, family owned farm has lots to offer! The selection of trees includes many varieties including Scotch pine, Eastern White pine, Canaan fir, and Blue spruce. They also bring in prime pre-cut Fraser fir trees from North Carolina. Opens on Friday, November 25th. Reservations are required and can be scheduled HERE.
Shaker Tract Tree Farm
8626 New Haven Rd, Harrison, Ohio 45030 | Website
Shaker Tract Tree Farm offers a family experience where you can select and cut your own fresh and green Christmas tree. Hand-saw, sled, and ground mat are provided. Open Nov 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and Dec 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.
Spring Valley Tree Farm
2462 Cook Road, Spring Valley, Ohio 45370 | Website
Fresh Christmas trees for you to choose and cut including beautiful spruce and fir varieties. They also offer pre-cut trees, wreaths and “living trees” that you can plant after the holiday season! Open on Nov. 25, 26,27 and Dec. 3, 4. Reservation required.
Timberland Tree Farm
1566 W. Pekin Rd, Lebanon OH 45036 | Website
The family and friend operated business has tons of trees, along with plenty of information to help you choose a perfect one. Open November 25-27. If trees are leftover, they will be available December 3.
Toms Mitts Christmas Trees
625 Monmouth Street, Newport, KY | Website
Open daily through Christmas Eve. They’ve been serving the area for almost 50 years. Find trees from 3 to 14 feet tall! Trees start at $44.95. Open daily through Christmas Eve.