The annual hunt for the perfect Christmas tree is underway. Below you’ll find a roundup of Christmas tree lots and farms in and around Lake Oswego.  I’ve tried to list the latest information but best to call ahead and/or check online for the latest updates. 

Boy Scout Troop 127. Local Boy Scouts have been selling trees as a fundraiser since 1947, starting at the local Piggly Wiggly before moving to George Rogers Park. Once again, Scouts will be on hand right here in town.
Address: George Rogers Park, 611 S. State Street, Lake Oswego
Hours: Wednesday – Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Varieties: Noble Fir from 4’ to 9’ in height
Other: Scouts make a fresh cut, bale if wanted, carry it to the car and tie it on. Wreaths, and garland by the foot.

Stroupe Christmas Tree Farm. Pre-cut trees will be available at the S&H Landscape location. Holiday décor also available.
Address: 20200 SW Stafford Road
Varieties: Douglas, Grand, Nordmann and Noble
Cost: Check online and/or call S & H: 503.638.1011
Other: Handmade wreaths and swags

Little Z Christmas Tree Farm. This boutique family farm prides itself on quality and service with the slogan, “You choose. We cut.”
Address: 842 Rosemont Rd., West Linn. 503.453.0573 (about 4 miles from Lake Oswego)
Hours:  Hours are Saturdays (through December 16) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sundays (through December 17) from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a full crew on hand to help you. Varieties: U-cut Noble, Douglas, Fraiser, Nordmann Fir (limited) , Shasta Fir, White Fir (limited number).
Cost: Price varies, but ranges from $15 -$20/foot depending on the size.
Other: Cash or check only.

Lee Farms. Talk about tradition! The Lees have been farming in Tualatin since 1869 over seven generations with three generations currently involved in the family farm. To preserve their tree fields there is a 7’ minimum on all trees cut from their fields; a minimum is not enforced on already cut trees. Also there is no pre-tagging or pre-purchasing. Address: 21975 SW 65th Avenue, Tualatin. (about 4 miles from Lake Oswego). 503.638.1869.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Varieties: Fresh cut and u-cut Noble, Grand, Nordmann and Douglas
Cost: Price varies. Check website. 
Other: They will cut, shake, bale and load your tree free of charge. Will also install Davis Tree Stand. Also available: wreaths, garlands, swags, centerpieces, custom wreath and centerpiece orders, ornaments, decorations. Visit the bakery for donuts and espresso and place an order for a Christmas pie.

Frog Pond Farm. Get your pre-cut tree, garland and wreaths here along with a lot of other holiday cheer.
Address: 2995 SW Advance Road, Wilsonville. 503.475.5997
Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday through December 23.
Varieties: Douglas Fir, Noble and Nordmann
Cost: Prices vary depending on variety and size so check online.
Other: Santa will be on hand, sometimes joined by Mrs. Claus so check online for the schedule. And the farm animals are always around for visiting.

Sleighbells. This is a one-stop shop for Christmas with a gift shop packed with holiday décor daily and Santa on hand from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. most weekends through December 23. There is a $10 sitting fee that includes a photo taken by them as well as your own. Complimentary coffee and cocoa await you! Because of weather and tree shortages, there are fewer U-cut trees on the property but they will have plenty of pre-cut to choose from, brought in from their other fields.
Address: 23855 SW 195th Place, Sherwood. 503.625.6052 (10½ miles from Lake Oswego)
Hours: 7 days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for trees; gift shop stays open until 5:00 p.m.
Varieties: Noble/Nordmann and Douglas/Grand Fir
Cost: Prices vary so check online.

Merrywood Farm. Given the 10-year growth cycle of their most popular u-cut trees, Merrywood is also offering pre-cut trees to supplement their selection. Address: 12328 South Casto Rd., Oregon City. 503. 307.2495 (20 miles from Lake Oswego)
Hours: Open Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondays noon to 4:30 p.m. and other weekdays from  10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. while supplies last.
Varieties: Normally The Keysers grow 10 varieties of trees including Noble, Nordmann, Grand, White Fir, White Pine, Sequoia, Silver Fir, Turkish Fir, Spruce and Douglas but many are playing catchup this year. They also offer pre-cut trees. Cost: Trees are priced by species, starting at $30 and going up from there. Check online.
Other: Complimentary hot cider. Twine and hand saws are provided but no baler. Free pony rides for the kids on weekends.

Yesteryear Farms. Offering pre-cut trees only that they will shake, bale, and load for you. Enjoy a fully stocked Christmas store and weekend characters (including Santa and Elsa) and food trucks on weekends. Check the schedule as they vary.
Address: 26801 SW Stafford, Wilsonville, 971.260.79090
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on December 23, their last day of the season.
Varieties: Nobles, Nordmann, Natural Nobles, Douglas, Grand, and Fraser. Check online for pricing.
Other: garlands and wreaths available.

Furrow Farm. These trees are celebrities–they’ve appeared in multiple Christmas episodes of Grimm.
Address: 25877 NW Union Rd, Hillsboro (20 miles from Lake Oswego) 503.647.5288
Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Varieties: Noble, Nordmann, Grand, Douglas
Cost: All trees are $12/foot except for Douglas Fir which are $10/foot
Other: Enjoy free tractor rides on the weekends. Mistletoe, wreaths, garland and tree stands also available.

Plumper Pumpkin Patch and Tree Farm. If you love everything pumpkin this time of year, head over here to grab a pumpkin donut along with your tree. They also have s’mores kits for sale to enjoy by the fire pit. Choose from pre-cut, u-pick they cut, and u-pick u-cut.
Address: 11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass Road, Portland (about a half hour away from Lake Oswego) 503.645.9561
Hours: Fridays through Sundays until December 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Varieties: Noble, Grand, Nordmann, Blue Spruce and Douglas Fir Cost: $11/ft for Douglas Fir; others $13/foot. Check online. Credit cards accepted
Other: Saws provided. Baler. Visit the store for hot drinks and pumpkin donuts, garland, wreaths and mistletoe. Warm up by the fire pits and buy a kit to make s’mores. Feed the animals and visit with Santa. Check online for his schedule.

Historic Kirchem Farm. This picturesque farm is open for business this year December 2,3,9 and 10. Pre-cut trees are available too.
Address: 19723 S Bakers Ferry Rd, Oregon City
Varieties: Douglas Fir ($40 per tree up to 8 feet) Grand ($10/foot) and Nordmann ($12/foot). Pre-cut trees are priced separately. Some very large trees are available and can be individually priced.

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