Oregon-Washington Christmas Tree Permits

‘Tis the season! Looking for an outdoor experience to celebrate the holidays? How about cutting down your own Christmas tree? Christmas tree permits can be purchased online or from your local BLM office. Online permit sales for select areas are available here:

Purchase online

Each $5.00 permit allows the cutting of one personal-use Christmas tree, and a permit is required for each individual tree visitors wish to take home.

Find the closest office to you! Call ahead to ensure availability.

BLM Oregon/Washington interactive administrative offices map

Participating Districts:

Coos Bay District

Available until 12/25/2025

Coos Bay District Office
1300 Airport Lane
North Bend, OR 97459
Phone: 541-756-0100

Lakeview District

Available until 12/25/2025 | Limit of 2 tree permits per household

Lakeview Field Office
1301 South G Street
Lakeview, OR 97630
Phone: 541-947-2177

Klamath Falls Field Office
2795 Anderson Avenue, Bldg. #25
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
Phone: 541-883-6916

Medford District

Available until 12/24/2025 | Limit of 5 tree permits per household

Medford District Office
3040 Biddle Road
Medford, OR 97504
Phone: 541-618-2200

Grants Pass Field Office
2164 N.E. Spalding Avenue
Grants Pass, OR 97526

Permits can be purchased in several ways:

Online: BLM issued holiday tree permits are available for purchase online starting November 17 at Online Forest Product Permits. Forest Service Christmas tree permits are available for purchase online through Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Christmas Tree Permit, and a $2.50 processing fee will apply to the transaction.
In person at BLM and Forest Service offices: We recommend you call the specific office where you plan to purchase a permit ahead of visiting to confirm hours. All offices currently have permits on hand to coincide with the rec.gov online permit availability.
Local vendors: Many local businesses across southwest Oregon are selling Christmas tree permits. The current vendor list is available on the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest website. Please call the vendor to ensure permits are available.
Free for Fourth Graders: If a fourth grade student has their valid 2025-2026 Every Kid Outdoors pass, they can get a Christmas tree permit for free! For in-person permits, the fourth grader must be present in an office to receive their permit. Students may also get their permit at Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Christmas Tree Permit, where a $2.50 processing fee will apply to the transaction.

Permits are non-refundable. There is a limit of five tree permits per household, and the permits may be used only on those lands open to Christmas tree harvesting that are administered by the Bureau of Land Management Medford District and RRSNF. Free printable maps that identify these areas are provided at the time of permit purchase on recreation.gov, as well as for home printing on the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest's website. Those wishing to use digital maps and navigation systems can download the free maps to use on the mapping app, Avenza. Maps will also be available on a limited basis in front of offices.

Roseburg District

Available until 12/24/2025 | Limit of 3 tree permits per household

Roseburg District Office
777 N.W. Garden Valley Boulevard
Roseburg, OR 97471
Phone: 541-440-4930

Before You Go

Measure the space for the tree (height and width) and your vehicle’s cargo area.
Inform someone of your plans, including expected arrival and return times, and the tree-cutting location.
Check weather conditions and road closures.
Pack food, water, blankets, and warm clothing for everyone.
Bring a map, ensure your vehicle has a full tank of gas, and consider using studded tires or chains. Four-wheel drive may be necessary.
Carry a spare key, shovel, and tow chain for emergencies.
Bring a measuring tape, handsaw, tarp, and rope or straps to secure the tree.
Dress warmly with weather-resistant clothing, including a hat, scarf, gloves, and boots.

During Your Trip

Start early and aim to finish cutting and transporting your tree before dark.
Park safely, without blocking gates or roads.
Choose a tree from a dense area to allow remaining trees more space to grow. Ensure it fits the measured space.
Cut the stump at ground level and remove leftover branches. Scatter the branches.
Carry your tree out of the woods to avoid damaging needles and bark.
If the tree is too large to fit inside your vehicle, wrap it in a tarp or canvas and secure it to your vehicle.

After You Return Home

If storing the tree outside, place it in a protected area like the north or east side of your house or under a shaded tree.
Cut off 1 inch from the bottom of the trunk and discard it.
Submerge the trunk in water and check the water level daily. A fresh tree can absorb up to one gallon of water per day.
Keep the tree away from heat sources like vents, fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, TVs, and sunny windows.
Use miniature lights to reduce heat and drying. Check for frayed wires or broken sockets. Discard and replace damaged light sets.
Turn off the tree lights when leaving the house or going to bed.
After Christmas, dispose of the tree responsibly through local pick-up services or chipping and compost programs. Do not burn any part of the tree in a wood stove or fireplace