Christmas tree permits available on BLM lands in central and eastern Colorado
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GUNNISON, Colo. – This holiday season, permits are available for cutting Christmas trees on Bureau of Land Management public lands in the Gunnison, San Luis Valley, and Royal Gorge field offices through Dec. 24.
Permits may be purchased for $10 per tree at the BLM field offices in Gunnison, Monte Vista and Canon City, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Permits are also available at the Silverton BLM field station; please call for office hours.
Permits can be purchased with cash, check, or credit card and must be picked up in person. Each field office has maps of available cutting areas and information on which tree species are available for harvest. For more information about Christmas tree cutting on BLM lands, please call or visit the nearest BLM office:
- Gunnison Field Office: 210A West Spencer Avenue in Gunnison or (970) 642-4940
- Silverton Field Station: 1428 Greene Street Suite, #1B or (970) 387-9871 (credit card preferred for payment)
- Monte Vista Field Office: 1313 E. Highway 160 in Monte Vista, or (719) 852-7074
- Royal Gorge Field Office: 3028 East Main Street in Canon City or (719) 269-8500
The BLM recommends bringing along a handsaw, eye protection, rope or twine, extra food, water and blankets when selecting and cutting a tree. Tire chains, a shovel, and emergency supplies are also valuable to have along, if needed. Permit holders are encouraged to bring maps and ensure they are cutting a tree on BLM lands in an area that is open to tree cutting.
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.