Carnation Christmas Tree Farm

by Pam Koons

It’s that time of year again to head for the farm! Bring your preschooler to the Eastside’s Carnation Tree Farm, and enjoy a family-run, old-fashioned tree farm on 24 historical country acres. Your preschooler will have a memorable Christmas holiday;as they cut down their own Christmas tree, visit with Santa, and sip free hot apple cider.

What Preschoolers will Love about the Carnation Tree Farm

Smell the needles! Your preschooler can run and burn off energy, as the Carnation Tree Farm has twenty acres of u-cut and pre-cut trees for your preschooler to choose that special “That’s the one” Christmas tree!

Weekends at the tree farm activities include a visit from Santa! Also available are Santa photos, delicious bake sale treats, kettle korn, espresso, and complimentary hot cider.

What Parents will Love about the Carnation Tree Farm

The Carnation Tree Farm provides free on-site parking and free tree recycling with every Christmas tree purchase. They also provide saws, twine, farm maps, restrooms, and help loading your tree.

The eco-conscious tree farm also has a tree recycling program in conjunction with the local conservation district and Boy Scouts.

The house and restored barn on the Carnation Tree Farm property was listed as a County historical landmark in 1986, and added to the state and national historic registers. The farm has been in the Thorsen family for almost 100 years!

Good to Know about the Carnation Tree Farm

Douglas, Fraser, grand fir and spruce trees are available, as well as wreaths and local crafts in the gift store. The farm is about 40 minutes east of Seattle- an easy drive.

Although the tree farm is only open weekends- the operation is quite efficient and organized. Expect crowds. The farm is beautiful when there is both snow and/or rain; wear boots, gloves and hats.

General Information about Carnation Tree Farm

Carnation Tree Farm (directions)
31523 NE 40th St.
Carnation, WA 98014
425.333.4510

Hours: Fri.-Sun. 9:00a.m.-4:30p.m.