The Metro's Best Places to Find a Christmas Tree

Forget Black Friday. Caroling is whatever. Snowmen? Yeah, right.

We all know the most pivotal part of the Christmas season is finding the right tree. Whether you cut down your own or meticulously comb through tree lots looking for the one, this is serious(ly fun) business.

So to help you avoid any Griswold-esque fiascos, we’ve rounded up some of the best local spots to find your very own tannenbaum to admire.

But before you go, make sure to call the farm or shop to confirm their supply, their hours and their specifications. These are all subject to change during the crazy seasonal issues of weather, demand and so on.

Now, to the list!

Little Rock:

Motley’s Christmas Tree Farm

13724 Sandy Ann Drive

Hop on a free wagon ride into the tree farm to chop down your very own Christmas tree—saws are provided. Or, choose the perfect “Living Christmas Tree,” which comes in a potted container and can be planted outdoors after the holiday season. Hit the gift shop on your way out to choose from thousands of ornaments to adorn your freshly cut tree.

Open Nov. 15-Dec. 21: 1-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Closed Thanksgiving Day.

For info: (501) 888-1129, MotleysTreeFarm.com

Larry’s Christmas Trees

At the corner of Cantrell and Old Cantrell Rd.

If you’re low on time, but still want to get your hands on a great tree, stop by Larry’s. Not far from downtown and just across from the Red Door restaurant, this little lot has a great selection at great convenience. Bingo.

Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (which will soon change to 8 p.m.) every day

For info: (501) 565-8475

Jacksonville:

Geisler’s Holiday Forest

8817 Dorsey Road

This DIY farm is a family tradition for many with free hayrides, hot spiced tea and pine boughs. They also offer free shaking and netting, and will even drill the holes in bottom of your tree trunk if your stand requires it.

Open Nov. 29 – Dec. 13 or 20: 9 a.m.-dark Sat., 1 p.m.-dark Sun. Weekends only.

For info: (501) 224-3797

Mabelvale:

The Bradbury Tree Farm

9427 Donna Lane

This farm has been growing trees since 1979; venture out into 35 acres of Virginia Pine and Leyland Cyprus to chop your own tree (saws provided). Fraser Firs that have been shipped in are also available. You can also come home with a decorative wreath or a sprig of mistletoe, if the mood strikes.

Open Nov. 27-Dec. 24; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily.

For info: (501) 602-2449

Muddy Creek Christmas Tree Farm

22109 Easter Lance

Get a taste of the holidays as you enjoy hot chocolate and candy canes. Then, choose and chop the perfect Cypress to tote back home and decorate with tinsel and lights. You can also choose from already-cut trees, like Fraser and Douglas Firs, and fresh wreaths.

Open Nov. 22-Dec. 21: 9 a.m.-dark Sat.-Sun.

For info: (501) 602-5943, MuddyCreekChristmasTreeFarm.com