Tis the season in the NC High Country, which means it is a lovely time of year to gather the family and enjoy the tradition of choosing a Christmas Tree! The High Country is home to many Christmas Tree farms from all of our counties. Here are some of the larger farms, many of which offer tours and have a gift shop.
Apple Hill Farm
Apple Hill Farm conducts a farm tour every day from Mid-May to Mid-October AT 2pm and Every Wednesday and Saturday from Mid-October to Mid-May AT 2pm. . . . Come by the farm year round to shop or take a tour and meet the animals. You can see all of our animal friends only by joining one of regularly scheduled public tours or by booking a private or group tour in advance. . . The guided walking tour is offered year-round and starts at the horse barn, winding around the farm to visit the main barns and animal sheds. Tour guides share all about what makes our farm so special. We are home to a variety of animals, and nearly every one of them has a story to tell! Our farm is hilly,so wear comfortable shoes and plan accordingly. Don't forget to bring a camera! . . We can also book a private tour for you and your family year round.
Find out more by clicking here .Cornett Deal Christmas Trees
The Cornett Deal Christmas Tree farm has 5 fields of trees to choose from and is one of the few farms in the High Country that will shake and drill your tree before bundling it for the ride home. On top of that, you will have a chance to enjoy a cup of Diane’s famous hot apple cider! The gift shop at this farm features handmade pottery, jewelry, and knitted hats and scarves, as well as wreaths and garland. All items in the gift shop are local and handmade.
Swinging Bridge Farm Tour
Walking Tour of working Christmas tree farm. Seventy minute tour includes local history, 3/4 mile hike, shearing demonstration, 48 foot long suspension bridge, blueberry operation, views of Grandfather, Snake and Elk Knob Mountains, passive solar,geothermal and hydro-powered energy orangery. Adults $8. Children $5. Tours by appointment. Click here for more information.
Sugar Plum Farm
Bring the whole family and take a hayride to pick the perfect North Carolina Fraser fir Christmas tree. There are picnic tables around a pond and small animals (ducks, farm dog, etc.). Apple cider, hot chocolate and coffee along with other drinks and souvenirs will be provided at no extra cost. Take a short hike, or enjoy home made apple butter and honey for sale. Trout fishing in our pond is offered for an extra fee.
Click here for more information.Watauga Christmas Tree Association If you would like to check out an exhaustive list of all of the Christmas Tree farms in Watauga County,
click here to view.
