BLM Christmas tree permits available Nov. 14
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‘Tis the season! And for those looking for an outdoor experience as they begin celebrating the holidays, the Bureau of Land Management will begin issuing Christmas tree permits from Nov. 14 through Dec. 24. The permits, which are specifically for Christmas trees on public lands managed by the BLM in southeastern Idaho (Pocatello and Upper Snake Field Office), are $15 each with a limit of one per family. Please note that tag prices and restrictions are different for trees cut on Forest Service lands.
You must have a valid permit to cut and/or remove trees from public lands.
The public may purchase BLM Christmas tree permits, and learn which areas are available for cutting Christmas trees on public lands, at the following locations:
- Upper Snake Field Office, located at 1405 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls, ID
Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Pocatello Field Office, located at 4350 S. Cliffs Drive, Pocatello, ID
Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- KJ’s Kwik Stop (BLM trailer will be present) 208-478-6355, located at 226 East 50 South, Malad, ID
- Fridays, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14: 12-5:30 p.m.
- Saturdays, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 15: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Further questions regarding Christmas tree cutting on public lands may be directed to Channing Swan of the BLM Pocatello Field Office at (208) 478-6340.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.