Clear Lake · Iowa
Kragel Christmas Trees and Traditions
Explore the mown tree fields near the Winnebago River, or choose a harvested tree in the barn loft. Finish with wreaths, gifts and the Santa Train in the shop.
At a glance
Plan your visit.
- Tree season
- Open house on the second weekend in October; harvesting on Black Friday and the three weekends following Thanksgiving. Season dates ↓
- Visit arrangements
- Reserve a tree during the October open house.
Season dates.
Official visit information ↗Tree season: Open house on the second weekend in October; harvesting on Black Friday and the three weekends following Thanksgiving.
Choose your Christmas tree.
Use a provided saw to harvest your own tree, or let staff harvest it for you. Staff carry the tree from the field, shake it and net it for easier handling. Already-harvested trees are displayed in the barn loft for visitors who prefer to skip the fields. Tree stands are available.
Tree species
- Meyer spruce
- Canaan fir
- Fraser fir
- Colorado blue spruce
The farm visit.
The barn and gift shop
Browse garland, wreaths, Christmas gifts and decorations while the tree is prepared. Look up for the Santa Train winding through the roof timbers. Free hot apple cider, hot chocolate and peanuts are offered.
Before you go.
- Bring cash or a check. Confirm opening times before traveling.
Other farms to compare.
- A&A Christmas Tree FarmMonticello, Iowa
Choose a fresh tree near Monticello, with saws, cutting help and tree handling available. Pets are welcome to join the outing.
- Howell Tree FarmCumming, Iowa
Select a tree and let the Howell crew do the cutting and loading. The gift shop, model train and Christmas displays make a cheerful stop while you wait.
- Miller Tree FarmRunnells, Iowa
Choose a tree in the fields or shop the pre-cut lot southeast of Yellowbanks Park. Weekend cocoa, a campfire and Jack Pine Trails give the family more to enjoy.