Vernon is in BC's Okanagan Shuswap Natural Resource District, which issues a free permit to cut a Christmas tree on Crown land.
Cutting is allowed on Crown land in this district with a free personal-use permit. Parks, plantations and private land are off limits.
Rules from the district's 2025 permit, read November 2. This season's permit may differ, so check yours. General guidance only; the permit is the authority.
The permit allows 1 tree; the district’s information sheet mentions up to 3 per family. We show the permit’s number.
From the district's 2025 permit, read November 2. This season's permit may differ. The conditions on the permit you sign are the ones that count.
District boundaries don't follow town limits. If you'll cut in a neighbouring district, you need that district's permit. Check your spot on the map.
A u-cut farm gives you the same day out, with no permit needed.
Find a u-cut farm near Okanagan ShuswapFarm listings are run by others and change often. Call the farm before you go.