Redmond · Washington
McMurtrey Farm
Choose a reserved cut-your-own visit or walk in for Washington-grown pre-cut trees at McMurtrey Farm in Redmond. Free wagon rides, hot cocoa and apple cider are part of the tree-shopping outing.
At a glance · 2026 season
Plan your visit.
- 2026 Christmas season
- Opens November 27.
- Visit arrangements
- Required for U-cut only. 2026 reservations are scheduled for release November 15 at 8am Pacific; pre-cut shopping needs no reservation.
- Included with the visit
- Free wagon rides around the farm, hot cocoa and apple cider. Optional tree baling costs extra.
Field cutting requires a reservation; pre-cut shopping is walk-in.
Hours: Pre-cut shopping: 10am–8pm. Cut-your-own visits follow reserved time slots.
Dates & hours ↓
Dates & hours.
Official visit information ↗2026 Christmas season: Opens November 27.
Field cutting requires a reservation; pre-cut shopping is walk-in.
| Tree-shopping hours | Hours |
|---|---|
| Pre-cut shopping during tree season | 10am–8pm |
| Cut-your-own field | Reserved time slots |
2026 U-cut reservations are released November 15 at 8am Pacific. Opening day is November 27.
Choose your Christmas tree.
McMurtrey offers field-grown U-cut trees, generally 5–7ft, and a separate pre-cut selection from Washington growers. The pre-cut offer ranges from approximately 2–3ft tabletop trees to 5–15ft trees, depending on the selection when you visit.
Noble fir has sturdy, open branches; Nordmann has soft needles and low fragrance; Douglas has a full shape and strong scent; Fraser has tiered branches. These differences help you choose a tree for the decorations and space you have at home.
Tree species
- Noble fir
- Nordmann fir
- Douglas fir
- Fraser fir
The farm visit.
Complimentary wagon rides
Ride around the farm during your tree-shopping visit. The wagon ride is free and gives families another way to enjoy the tree fields alongside choosing a tree.
Free hot cocoa and apple cider
Warm up with complimentary hot cocoa and apple cider. Holiday wreaths are sold separately in the selling shed.
Reserve field cutting; walk in for pre-cut trees
U-cut visits require a reservation to manage the farm’s limited space. For 2026, bookings are scheduled to open November 15 at 8am Pacific, ahead of the November 27 opening. The reservation secures a visit time rather than a particular tree.
Pre-cut shopping needs no reservation and runs between 10am and 8pm during tree season. This provides an alternative if you prefer the lot or cannot obtain a cutting appointment.
Cutting help, optional baling and loading
Borrow a saw and ask the workers for help carrying your tree. Staff shake out loose needles and make a fresh trunk cut. Baling is optional and carries a small additional fee.
Workers can move the tree to your car but do not secure it to the vehicle. Twine is supplied; bring straps if you prefer them and a blanket or protective layer for the vehicle. Allow time for traffic and tree handling even with a reserved slot.
Snapshots and arranged photo sessions
Quick candid photographs are welcome during a visit when they do not require props, block public areas or turn into a prolonged posed session. Multiple models, consecutive sessions and organised portraits require a separately arranged contract.
Submit the photography form at least two days ahead. Holiday rates charge for the first hour, then add $15 for each additional hour. The Thanksgiving week and following week are excluded from arranged shoots. Contact the operator to reschedule for weather; refunds are available until five days before the reserved session, after which they are unavailable.
| Session dates | First hour | Additional time |
|---|---|---|
| November 1–24 | $45 | $15 per additional hour |
| December 9–25 | $55 | $15 per additional hour |
Photos from the farm
A closer look.
Before you go.
- Wear warm layers and shoes or boots that can get muddy; rain can leave the grass parking area muddy.
- Leashed pets are welcome; clean up after them.
- Allow for traffic delays even with the reservation system.
- Cash, Venmo, cards and Apple Pay are accepted.
Other farms to compare.
- Buttonwood FarmRedmond, Washington
Choose an organically grown tree at this appointment-only Redmond farm, with field cutting and a delivery service priced separately.
- Trinity Tree FarmIssaquah, Washington
Compare field-grown firs and pre-cut trees at this Issaquah farm, with species-based price ranges and an optional pre-tagging weekend.
- Carnation Tree FarmCarnation, Washington
Choose a field-grown fir or Norway spruce at this Carnation farm, or select a pre-cut Noble fir.