Christmas Tree Cutting - Tree Cutting Permits

 
     
 
 
 Tree cutting permits – buy now!Heading out to find the perfect Christmas tree is a cherished tradition for many Alberta families.
You can cut your own Christmas tree on provincial Crown land within Alberta's Green Area with a permit from Alberta Agriculture and Forestry.

General Conditions for Cutting Christmas Trees

  • Keep your permit with you at all times while cutting and transporting trees. Fill in the back of the permit after obtaining your Christmas tree(s).
  • You may cut up to 3 Christmas trees on a single permit.
  • Drive vehicles on designated trails only and on highlighted roads, per maps. You can walk as far as you would like to cut as long as you do not cross into restricted areas (see Restrictions, below).
  • Road conditions are variable. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended.
  • As of December 1, some roads are gated.


Restrictions on Cutting Christmas Trees

Do not remove trees from:
  • Facilities such as ranger stations, viewpoints and turnouts
  • Jumping Pound Demonstration Forest Area
  • Reclaimed sites:
  • Areas around intentionally placed rocks
  • Large grassy areas (reclaimed sand and gravel sites)
  • Previously harvested sites that have been reforested
  • Very steep slopes where the trees are helping to keep the soil in place
  • Recreation areas, campgrounds, provincial parks, natural areas, or private land
Useful Reminders when Cutting Christmas Trees
  • Always let someone know where you are going and the time you are expecting to return home.
  • Be prepared for cold weather and snow conditions.
  • Don't forget your saw or hatchet.
  • Take extra winter clothing and emergency supplies with you, including blankets, food and water, and candles.
  • Respect the land, respect other users and pack out all trash.
  • Enjoy your Christmas tree outing!
Buying a Christmas Tree Cutting Permit

To cut your own Christmas Tree on Provincial Crown land, you require a TM66 Forest Product Tag. To learn more about how to purchase this permit, see:
TM66 permits for cutting within Alberta's Green Area can be purchased online, or from participating Agriculture and Forestry offices and local private vendors.
The closest Green Area to Edmonton is in the Rocky Mountain House, Edson and Whitecourt Forest Areas. There are no locations for cutting with a TM66 permit within the White Area of the province. For more information on where to cut within each Forest Area, see our maps page, or contact the local Agriculture and Forestry Area office.
 
 
 
 
For more information about the content of this document, contact Wendy Machan.
This information published to the web on March 7, 2016.
Last Reviewed/Revised on November 27, 2018.