11 Magical Christmas Tree Farms to Visit in South Carolina This Season

The Christmas season is about many things, including making memories that last a lifetime. If you've somehow managed to make it this far in life without creating a family tradition out of choosing and cutting your very own Christmas tree, this may be the perfect year to begin. Surprisingly, there are quite a few choose-and-cut Christmas tree farms in South Carolina. See below to find the magical tree farm nearest you. This holiday season, you and your family can bring home a tree that would make Clark Griswold beam with Christmas pride.

1. Bear Creek Christmas Tree Farm - Chapin

Choose and cut your own tree, grab a cup of cocoa, and then pick out the perfect wreath for your front door. This family-run farm has been a Christmas tradition in Chapin since 1976. Find their hours and all other helpful information on the official Bear Creek Tree Farm website.

2. Wright's Tree Farm - Ward

Located in the rolling hills of Saluda County, Wright's Christmas Tree Farm dishes up some family fun as you scour through one of the oldest Christmas tree farms in the state for the perfect tree for the family room this year. Afterward, there are plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy. Hours are listed on its Facebook page (linked above), so you can easily plan your visit.

3. Gurley's Christmas Tree Farm - Beech Island

Choose and cut your own tree at this tree farm on Beech Island. They have a variety of tree types to choose from and, as you can see, plenty of photo opportunities for lasting memories of the occasion. Check out the official Gurley's Christmas Tree Farm Facebook page for specific days and times, as well as any other helpful information.

4. The Merry Christmas Tree Farm - Central

Begin another annual family tradition this year by visiting this tree farm and choosing and cutting your own tree. Santa will be around on select days and times. See those dates and hours on The Merry Christmas Tree Farm's official website.

5. Hidden Trails Christmas Tree Farm - Ware Shoals

Choose and cut from eight different types of trees on this SC Christmas tree farm. They also have pre-cut Fraser Firs. Bring the family and choose the tree of your dreams. The hours are listed on the Hidden Trails Christmas Tree Farm Facebook page.

6. Clarks Hill Christmas Tree Farm - Clarks Hill

Head to the fields aboard a hay-filled wagon pulled by a tractor to find a joyful Christmas tree at this family farm. In addition to trees, they also have wreaths, garlands, table centerpieces, and mailbox swags. They have hot chocolate, cider, boiled peanuts, nachos, snacks, and cold drinks on the weekend. Find their hours and so much more on the Clark Hills Christmas Tree Farm Facebook page.

7. Penland Christmas Tree Farm - York

With more than 70 acres of jolly Christmas trees, Penland Farms is a natural choice for a tree this year. Rest assured, you'll find one you love here. Choose and cut your own, leave it on the spot and they'll go pick it up and bring it to the sales area. On the weekends, they have free hayrides and hot chocolate. The exact hours and dates are listed on the Penland Christmas Tree Farm Facebook page.

8. Smiling Bear Christmas Tree Farm - Walterboro

Create lasting memories of this holiday season with a trip to this magical Christmas tree farm in Walterboro. Choosing and cutting your own tree brings joy to young and old alike, and this is a fantastic place to make it happen. This family-owned Christmas tree farm in South Carolina is beloved both by the families that visit and the farm owners themselves. Check out the Smiling Bar Christmas Tree Farm Facebook page for all the important details, such as dates and times, so you can plan your visit!

9. Matthews Christmas Tree Farm - Easley

What a lovely place to get in the Christmas spirit! Bring the family and then choose and cut your own tree at this SC farm. A family tradition since 1978, Matthews dishes up plenty of Christmas spirit. See the current dates and hours on the Matthews Christmas Tree Farm's official Facebook page.

10. Turkey Creek Tree Farm - McCormick

Take a hayride to the field to pick out your tree, then head back to enjoy hot cocoa, and the kids can ride the barrel train. Starting Friday after Thanksgiving, Turkey Creek Christmas Tree Farm is typically open Friday through Sunday, with its hours posted on the Turkey Creek Tree Farm Facebook page.

11. Mystic Christmas Tree Farm - Greenville

You can choose and cut your own tree at this farm or select one and they'll cut it for you. Afterward, hop on a tractor-pulled train (adults can ride too!). Find their hours and any other information you need to play your visit listed on Mystic Tree Farm's Facebook page.

What are your plans for a tree? Do you usually have a real tree or an artificial one? Are there any Christmas tree farms in South Carolina that we missed? Let us know! If you're uncertain about what you should pack before going on a winter adventure, check out our awesome wintertime essentials packing list.