Here's how you can cut down your own Christmas tree in Washington KING 5 Environmental Reporter Michael Crowe went to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest to hunt for his own family's Christmas tree this year. Author: KING 5 Staff, Michael Crowe Published: 6:36 PM PST December 11, 2020 Updated: 7:04 PM PST December 12, 2020 WASHINGTON — Did you know you can cut down your own Christmas tree in Washington state? It's an activity the U.S. Forest says seems to be growing in popularity this year. In the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, there are several areas to choose from where you can scout out your best tree -- but you do need to get a permit.