Experience a festive winter tradition by cutting your own Christmas tree in the snowy forests of Red Feather Lakes. Discover why this family-friendly adventure is perfect for holiday memories.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with light walking and standing required during tree selection and cutting.
Wildlife
History
Red Feather Lakes has long been a mountain retreat area, originally developed in the early 1900s as a summer camp and logging community.
Conservation
The ranch promotes sustainable tree harvesting by requiring permits and limiting cutting to designated sections of the forest.
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch
Experience a festive winter tradition by cutting your own Christmas tree in the snowy forests of Red Feather Lakes. Discover why this family-friendly adventure is perfect for holiday memories.
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch is a mountain resort and outdoor activity destination located in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. The ranch offers seasonal events and a variety of outdoor experiences that appeal to families, small groups, and regional visitors.
On August 3, 2024, Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch hosted the Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch Food Festival, featuring five guest chefs and a lineup of global cuisines. A follow-up Food Festival is scheduled for June 7, 2025, and includes optional wine pairings.
The ranch programs multi-day gatherings such as Worship in the Mountains, a three-day event with curated activities and community-focused sessions. Winter offerings include pond skating on a natural pond with pond hockey and weekend night skating, plus a Two Hour Access Pass that covers snow tubing, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing. Promotional materials note that the property is home to Colorado’s oldest snow tube park.
Seasonal holiday experiences include a Cut Your Own Christmas Tree option available through December 24, where visitors select and cut trees from a snowy forest.
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch organizes ticketed passes and event-specific admissions for food festivals, recreational passes, and holiday activities. Visitors are encouraged to review event schedules, pass details, and any recommended gear in advance. The ranch’s mix of culinary events, winter recreation, and family-friendly seasonal programming reflects its role as a year-round regional destination for outdoor experiences in northern Colorado.
Event tickets and passes are available directly through Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch event listings and official ticket pages; availability varies by date.
Location
Red Feather Lakes, CO
Scenic mountain setting
Seasonal Events
Multiple seasons
Summer and winter highlights
Winter Activities
Pond skating & snow tubing
Ice skating, tubing, ice fishing
Flagship Events
Food Festivals & More
Culinary and community gatherings
Check event dates, buy passes, and prepare gear for a memorable mountain experience in Red Feather Lakes.
Dress in layers for changing winter temperatures
Be prepared for cold weather and variable conditions by wearing moisture-wicking layers and insulated outerwear.
Bring a sturdy handsaw
Carry a reliable saw to efficiently cut through tree trunks—many locations don’t provide tools.
Wear waterproof boots
Snow and damp ground are common, so waterproof boots will keep your feet dry and warm.
Check tree height restrictions
Verify the maximum tree size allowed by the ranch to avoid disappointment at the cutting site.
Insulated winter jacket
Keeps you warm during extended exposure to cold in snowy forests.
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Waterproof boots
Protect your feet from snow and wet ground for comfort and safety.
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Handsaw
Needed to cut down your chosen Christmas tree efficiently.
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Thermal gloves
Protects your hands from cold while handling tools and branches.
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