Free cedar Christmas tree available again at LBL

Once again this year, Thanksgiving week brings the opportunity to cut a free cedar Christmas tree for your family.

Free online permits are available that entitles a family to cut one cedar tree between Nov. 24 and Dec. 24. 

Cedar trees may be cut anywhere in Land Between the Lakes except:

Within sight of US 68/KY 80
Woodlands Trace National Scenic Byway
Cemeteries
Campgrounds
Nature Watch Areas
Timber sale areas
Facilities, including the Elk & Bison Prairie
Any other areas that are mowed

Trees must be cedar, less than 10 feet tall, and the remaining stumps must be less than 4 inches tall. Chainsaws may be used. Use of trucks, winches, tractors, or other heavy equipment is prohibited.

Cutting rules and regulations can be found on the permits page.