Christmas Tree Cutting Permits are now available in the Mt Hood National Forest
If you're looking for an old fashioned holiday experience here's an idea. How about a day trip into the Mt. Hood National Forest to cut a wild tree?
Christmas tree cutting permits will be available starting on Monday, November 19, 2007. Permits sell for $5.00 each (cash or check only). There is a limit of five permits per household.
When you purchase your permit you will receive an information sheet explaining what to do. Forest Rangers will be happy to direct you to the area that most fits your needs. You may cut a tree up to 12 feet tall. Trees taller than 12 feet may be obtained for an additional permit cost.
Winter weather in the forest can change rapidly. Forest Service roads are not plowed. Be aware of winter road closures and snow park permit requirements. Travel prepared for rain, snow and icy conditions. Bring extra food and clothing. We recommend that you start early in the day in order to be out of the forest before dark. Bring along a tool to cut your tree, a shovel and tire chains. Tell a friend or family member where you are going and when you plan to return.
Christmas Tree Permits Sold at these Locations in the Columbia River Gorge Area:
Hood River Ranger District, 6780 HWY 35, Mt. Hood-Parkdale, OR. 541/352-6002. Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM thru 4:30 PM
Mt Hood Country Store, HWY 35 (just north of the Ranger Station), Mt Hood, OR. 541/352-6024
Open Monday thru Sunday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Barlow Ranger District, Dufur Ranger Station, 780 court street Dufur, OR. (15 miles south of The Dalles) 541/467-2291 Monday thru Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM
Tygh Valley General Store, TV Road, Tygh Valley, OR. 541/483-2324
Open Monday thru Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00PM, Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Kramers Market, Main Street, Dufur, OR. 541/467-2455
Open Monday thru Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Permits also sold at these locations in Clackamas County:
Clackamas River Ranger District, 595 NW Industrial Way, Estacada, OR. (off HWY 224) 503/630-6861 Monday thru Saturday in November 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM. Dec. 1 thru Dec. 16, the Ranger Station will be open Sat. and Sun from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Mt Hood National Forest Headquarters, 16400 Champion Way, Sandy Or. (SE 362 and HWY 26) 503/668-1700 Monday thru Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed 11:30 to 12:30 for lunch)
Zig Zag Ranger District, 70220 E. HWY 26, Zig Zag, OR. 503/622-3191. Monday thru Saturday in November 7:45- 4:30 PM. Dec 1 thru Dec 16, the Ranger Station will be open Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 2:00 PM.
Estacada Tackle Shop, 210 SE Hwy 224, Estacada, OR 97022
Sunday thru Wednesday 6:00AM to 8:00PM and Thursday thru Saturday 6:00AM to 10:00PM
Amy McAllister Realty LLC 541-490-1436
Hood River, Oregon amym@gorge.net
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