From the U.S. Forest Service:
The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District, only has a few Christmas Tree permits left.
The Forest Headquarters office in Sparks has sold out.
Permits are issued on a first-come, first-serve basis for $10 each in designated cutting areas for white fir, incense cedar, Jeffrey and lodgepole pine trees. Two trees may be cut per household, permits are non-refundable and non-transferable, and are valid through Dec. 25, 2014. Maps of cutting areas will be provided with Christmas tree tags. Please purchase your permit(s) early as permits do generally sell out quickly.
Tree cutters should have their own saws, warm clothing, a first aid kit, extra food and water, shovel, and a heavy rope or chain, in the event of bad road conditions or inclement weather. Some cutting areas may be inaccessible after snowfall, so it is advisable to cut trees early in the season. Ensure you have tire chains in your vehicle; this includes 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicles.
Permits must be purchased in person with cash, checks, credit/ATM cards. Phone, mail, or e-mail permit requests cannot be processed. Tree permits are available at the following offices:
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest 775-331-6444
Forest Headquarters-Sparks Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
1200 Franklin Way, Sparks, NV
Carson Ranger District Office 775-882-2766
1536 S. Carson Street, Carson City, NV Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Galena Creek Visitor Center 775-849-4948
16750 Mt. Rose Highway, Reno, NV Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hope Valley Café and Market 530-694-2323
14655 Highway 88, Woodfords Canyon, CA 7 days a week, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Markleeville General Store 530-694-2448
14799 Highway 89, Markleeville, CA Thursday through Monday,
8:30 a.m. –6 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday,
10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
From the U.S. Forest Service
