Williston · Vermont
Isham Family Farm
Choose a balsam fir at Isham’s Williston farm, with a separate arrangement available for family or professional tree-field photography.
At a glance
Plan your visit.
- Opening hours
- Weekdays in tree season: 3pm–dusk; Saturday–Sunday in tree season: 9am–dusk Visit times ↓
Visit times.
Official visit information ↗| Days / visit | Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays in tree season | 3pm–dusk |
| Saturday–Sunday in tree season | 9am–dusk |
Contact the farm about current cutting dates and remaining trees.
Choose your Christmas tree.
Choose a balsam fir at Isham’s Williston farm. The farm recommends coming early in December for the best selection and describes raising trees without herbicides, insecticides or pesticides.
The country-store and trail offerings have their own scope; a tree purchase does not automatically book a private event or professional photography session.
Tree species
- Balsam fir
The farm visit.
Planning a tree visit
Plan an early-season December visit for the best tree selection, and contact the farm about cutting dates. Leave pets at home. The farm describes growing its trees without herbicides, insecticides or pesticides.
The country store has a wood stove, cocoa, apple cider, wreaths and decorations for a pause beside the tree search.
Photography in the tree fields
Arrange a family or professional session with the farm before arriving. Use the designated parking and lower meadow for the photography visit.
| Condition | What applies |
|---|---|
| Notice | Contact the farm at least 24 hours ahead |
| Fee | $75 per family, or purchase a tree |
| Location | Designated parking and lower meadow |
| Price scope | Photography arrangement, not the Christmas-tree price |
More Experiences
The 1.3-mile Oak View Hill trail is open year round for walking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Picnic tables are available around the grounds; carry out litter.
Summer berries and the farmers market, fall festivals, the maze and theater follow separate calendars. Theater audiences may arrive an hour before a performance to picnic. Weddings are separately arranged, with a barn that is neither heated nor air-conditioned; these arrangements do not describe ordinary Christmas-tree access. The country store sells farm maple products.
The summer berry outing has its own picking season. Keep children from chasing the chickens that help with pest control, and leave dogs at home. School or organization maze tours need an inquiry.
| Experience | Season / arrangement |
|---|---|
| Oak View Hill trail | Year-round walking, skiing and snowshoeing; 1.3 miles; no motorized or wheeled vehicles |
| Corn maze | Seasonal daily 9am–5pm, rain or shine; $5, children under 2 free; no pets |
| Theater | Separate performance calendar; gates open one hour before for picnics; carry out litter |
| Berries and summer market | July blueberries into August, plus blackcurrants; pint and quart containers provided; separate market calendar |
| Weddings | May–October, up to 200 guests; separately arranged |
Private gatherings in the barn
Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gatherings, memorials and concerts are separately arranged with the farm. Indoor and outdoor spaces include a stage, audiovisual equipment, Wi-Fi, parking, and tables and chairs for up to 200 guests; contact the farm to discuss a tour and the event.
Wedding rentals run May–October and need a contract and 50% deposit. The barn has no built-in heating or air conditioning; guests arrange their chosen food caterer, setup and cleanup. Ask about required bar and music vendors before making a plan.
Before you go.
- Pets are not allowed.
Other farms to compare.
- Mt. Anthony Tree FarmsPownal, Vermont
Choose a balsam or Fraser fir in Mt. Anthony’s flat North Pownal fields, with hand saws, netting and cutting help available.
- Werner Tree FarmMiddlebury, Vermont
Choose a field-grown tree or a Vermont-grown precut at Werner, then browse maple products and holiday greenery in the farm shop.
- Whitcomb Family Tree FarmEssex, Vermont
Explore seven acres of firs at Whitcomb’s Essex tree location, with hand saws and farm-made wreaths for your holiday outing.