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Celebrate the Season: Illinois' Top Christmas Tree Farms

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Picking out the perfect Christmas tree is a truly nostalgic holiday tradition in Illinois, and throughout the country. Illinois’ rich and diverse vegetation makes it a prime spot for Christmas tree farms. At these farms, you’ll find everything from Douglas firs to white pines, along with fresh doughnuts, cinnamon rolls, and plenty more treats. Here are the best Christmas tree farms in the state.


Daniken Christmas Tree Farm, Pocahontas, IL

Known for its beautiful country setting and helpful atmosphere, Daniken Christmas Tree Farm offers over 70 acres of Christmas trees to choose from. This full-service farm makes buying a fresh tree a breeze. They handle every aspect of the experience and offer attractions like wagon rides, bonfires, and Santa Claus. Don’t forget to check out their gift shop, as well. 

Williams Tree Farm, Rockton, IL

Williams Tree Farm is a choose-and-cut farm known for their holiday spirit. The locals have made this tree farm a family tradition because of all the warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and great selection of trees. But this farm offers much more than just trees—they have horse-drawn rides, a beautiful gift shop, and much more. The beautiful grounds also makes for a popular wedding venue. 

Bybee Christmas Tree Farm, Lee, IL

This family-owned business is one of the friendliest Christmas tree farms in the state. They are eager to help throughout the entire process and even have a little cabin for customers to warm up by the fire with hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies. This certainly isn’t the largest tree farm in the state, but they have a great selection of beautiful trees. 

Cupola House Tree Farm, Bourbonnais, IL

Cupola House Tree Farm is open seven days a week and sells a wide variety of trees including pre-cut and cut-your-own. They also offer natural handmade wreaths and other holiday decor. Customers appreciate the prompt and professional service, abundant tree selection, and overall inviting atmosphere. 

Hager Tree Farm, Ashmore, IL

Hager Tree Farm is known for their fresh, beautiful Christmas trees and other season greenery. Customers love this tree farm because of the helpful staff members and nice selection of trees. The farm is also very organized and the prices are marked clearly on the trees. The gorgeous barn is the center focal point of Hager Tree Farm. 

Bomke's Patch, Springfield, IL

For a traditional, old-fashioned Christmas experience, make your way to Bomke’s Patch. They offer 13 acres of trees and a memorable holiday memory for your family. Bomke’s goes beyond most Christmas tree farms by giving you a complimentary digital family photo, bag of popcorn, and warm drink upon leaving. Don’t forget to stop by their barn to check out their holiday decor and gifts. 

Indian Creek Christmas Tree Farm, Leland, IL

This family-owned tree farm has been providing high-quality Christmas trees since 1995. They offer five varieties of trees including Douglas fir, concolor fir, balsam fir, Fraser fir, and Canaan fir. Their trees are very reasonably priced. Customers can also purchase antique barn wood furniture, fresh wreaths, and other greenery.

Pioneer Tree Farm, McHenry, IL

The trees at Pioneer Tree Farm are raised organically and free of pesticides. They aim to provide a natural, laid-back experience surrounded by beautiful and diverse vegetation. However, don’t expect to find a perfectly-shaped tree here—they keep the trees as natural as possible (no trimming or shaping)! Pioneer Tree Farm is ideal for families who aren’t looking for the tallest or most perfect tree, but rather most natural tree. 

Tammen Treeberry Farm, Wilmington, IL

Tammen Treeberry Farm is the ideal place for selecting a tall Christmas trees. You’ll find Douglas firs up to 12 feet-tall along with 16-foot white pines and scotch pines. They also have beautiful eight-foot firs available. Customers appreciate the reasonable prices and fantastic tree selection. 

Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm, Alton, IL

Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm is the spot for holiday cheer! Pick your tree from a lovely White Pine, Canaan Fir, and Spruce selection this year. With various trees planted yearly, there's something for all. Experience the joy of picking your tree from Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm.

Key Insights at a Glance

  • Daniken Christmas Tree Farm: Offers a full-service experience on 70 acres, including wagon rides, bonfires, and Santa Claus. Features a gift shop.
  • Williams Tree Farm: Known for a warm atmosphere and friendly staff, this farm offers horse-drawn rides and a well-stocked gift shop. Also doubles as a wedding venue.
  • Bybee Christmas Tree Farm: Family-owned with a cozy cabin for warming up and enjoying hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies. Offers a selection of beautiful trees despite being smaller in scale.
  • Cupola House Tree Farm: Open daily, selling pre-cut and cut-your-own trees. Also offers natural handmade wreaths and holiday decor. Known for prompt service and an inviting atmosphere.
  • Hager Tree Farm: Praised for fresh trees and seasonal greenery, helpful staff, clear pricing, and an organized setup centered around a picturesque barn.
  • Bomke's Patch: Provides a traditional holiday experience with 13 acres of trees. Includes complimentary digital family photos, popcorn, and warm drinks. Features holiday decor and gifts in their barn.
  • Indian Creek Christmas Tree Farm: Family-operated since 1995, offers five tree varieties and reasonable prices. Also sells antique barn wood furniture and fresh wreaths.
  • Pioneer Tree Farm: Specializes in organically raised, pesticide-free trees, maintained in their natural shapes. Emphasizes a laid-back, natural tree selection experience.
  • Tammen Treeberry Farm: Known for tall Christmas trees, including Douglas firs up to 12 feet and white pines up to 16 feet. Offers good prices and a fantastic selection.
  • Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm: Offers a selection of White Pine, Canaan Fir, and Spruce. Known for a festive atmosphere and a commitment to planting new trees annually.
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