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North Carolina's High Country is the biggest producer of Fraser firs on the East Coast. The popular Christmas tree thrives at elevations of 3,000 feet and higher.
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There are other places to go for a weekend tree-cutting trip. Here are a few promising areas and see Weekend's list of closer-in farms ):
WHERE: Maryland's Garrett County, three hours west of Washington.
WHY: The mountain terrain offers good growing conditions for Christmas trees and inspiring vistas.
TREE FARMS: Mountain Top Tree Farm; on Route 219 two miles north of Oakland; 301-334-9506. Woodlake Tree Farm; 2858 Broadford Rd., between Deep Creek Lake and Oakland; 301-334-8342. Miller's Christmas Trees; Cranesville, W.Va. (about 10 miles west of Deep Creek Lake, call for directions); 304-789-2183.
WHERE TO STAY: Herrington Manor State Park has 20 furnished, full-service rental cabins between $80 and $100 a night for up to six people; 888-432-2267, http:/
INFO: Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, 888-387-5237, http:/
WHERE: Berkeley Springs, W.Va., two hours west of Washington.
WHY: This tourist-friendly town has mountain charm, warm mineral springs and nearby tree farms.
TREE FARMS: Shriver's Christmas Trees, 576 Shriver Rd.; weekends only; 304-258-1159. Sleepy Creek Tree Farm, 37 Shades Lane; 866-275-8303.
WHERE TO STAY: The Sleepy Creek Mountain Inn is a restored log home with rates from $92 to $162, including breakfast (two-night minimum weekends); 877-258-0234, http:/
INFO: Travel Berkeley Springs, 800-447-8797,http:/
WHERE: Virginia's Nelson County, 2 1/2 hours south of Washington.
WHY: With elevations good for Christmas trees, Nelson County is a frequent Blue Ridge tourist destination.
TREE FARMS: Cub Creek Farm, 1246 Carter Hill Rd., Roseland; 434-277-8936. Ralph's Christmas Trees, 809 Bradley Lane, Vesuvius; 540-377-9490.
WHERE TO STAY: Wintergreen Resort, a popular skiing destination, has four restaurants and lodging ranging from condos to seven-bedroom homes, $159 and up; 800-926-3723, http:/
INFO: Nelson County Convention and Visitors Bureau; 800-282-8223,http:/
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