Attached and following is a news release regarding Plumas National Forest Christmas tree permits on sale.
With the holiday season underway, Christmas tree permits are now available at local forest offices or online through www.Recreation.gov.
Permits cost $10 and are nonrefundable. A maximum of two permits can be purchased per household and are valid through December 31, 2025. Each permit is valid to cut one tree and must be secured to the tree in a place visible during transport of the tree from the forest.
Permits are being sold at the Beckwourth Ranger District office in Blairsden, the Feather River Ranger District office in Oroville and the Forest Supervisor’s Office in Quincy. Local forest offices can answer questions regarding Christmas tree cutting, current conditions and roads. It is recommended to call to verify that Christmas tree permits are available at the Forest Service office and methods of payment being accepted.
Offices will be closed during federal holidays including Thanksgiving on November 27. Offices are also closed midday for lunch.
Christmas tree permits will also be available at the Plumas National Forest booth during Sparkle on the Courthouse Lawn in downtown Quincy on Friday, December 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. Accepted payment will be cash or check only.
If purchasing the permit online through Recreation.gov, search for “Plumas National Forest Christmas Tree Permit”. Online permits through Recreation.gov cost $10 plus a $2.50 reservation fee. The purchase can be done from a computer or mobile device. The permit must be printed to be valid and visible on the vehicle dashboard when transporting the tree.
Fourth graders with a valid Every Kid Outdoors (EKO) pass can use their pass to get a free Christmas tree permit on the Plumas National Forest to enjoy with their family.
EKO passes can also be acquired by visiting https://everykidoutdoors.gov and completing the application process. Recreation.gov has an option for EKO passholders to get their Christmas tree permit online (note: a $2.50 reservation fee will be applied). Just search for the national forest where you want to cut your tree, check the box for the EKO pass, enter the EKO voucher or pass number and complete the purchase information.
