Welcome To PATCHEN
&
The Santa Cruz Mountains
PATCHEN has offered friendly refuge to weary travelers since Mountain Charlie built the first road across the Santa Cruz Mountains in 1855. The tradition continues today, compliments of this Christmas tree farm, dating back to 1969.
- Professional photographers are invited to bring their clients here, Summer and Winter alike.
- Cyclists know this place as their oasis for fresh cold water on their trek from valley to sea.
- Past and future Christmas tree and Pumpkin customers are invited to picnic here, year-round.
- In the busy Christmas tree season, all are invited to enjoy their “tailgate”, and find that “perfect tree”.