USFS Christmas tree cutting permits go on sale Nov. 16

Christopher Kolomitz, Salida, lifts his Christmas tree into his truck. U.S. Forest Service tree permits are available starting Nov. 16. (2023 file photo by Cailey McDermott) Photo by Cailey McDermott The U.S. Forest Service announced that Christmas tree cutting permits for the Pike-San Isabel National Forests will be available to purchase online starting Nov. 16, and cutting is permitted through Dec. 31. Details about designated cutting areas, dates and types of trees that may be cut are available on Recreation.gov; search for Pike-San Isabel National Forests Christmas Tree Permits.A press release urged users to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need to set up or log into a Recreation.gov account to complete the transaction.Closest to Salida and Buena Vista, most of the Salida Ranger District is open for cutting and does not have a quota, so permits will not sell out, the release stated.

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