This Year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Is Coming From Idaho

Capitol Christmas tree is harvested and readied for trip to Washington, D.C.

WEIPPE — Two hours from Lewiston, deep into the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, a 76-foot tall Engelmann spruce tree was harvested to be used as the 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas tree.

This year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is coming from Idaho

A part of Idaho will be spending the holiday season in Washington D.C.

Kamiah’s Nez Perce-Clearwater forest tree chosen for U.S. Capitol Christmas tree

KAMIAH, Idaho — The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests announced that a tree from the forest will serve as the 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C.

Lolo to host Capitol Christmas Tree's only Montana stop on cross-country tour

It's the only Montana stop for the 80-foot grand fir tree on its journey from Idaho's Nez Perce-Clearwater State Park the U.S. Capitol’s West Lawn.

Celebrate the Holidays with the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree

While you may not be thinking about the holiday season yet, the USDA Forest Service has been thinking about it for quite some time! This year's 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is a majestic Englemann spruce and it is making its way to Washington, D.C. from Idaho.

2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Begins 2,500-Mile Journey From Idaho

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