About Basford Creek Tree Farm
At Basford Creek Tree Farm, we believe in the magic of Christmas and the joy of shared traditions. Our story is rooted in the same soil where our trees grow, a legacy of family, hard work, and a deep love for our home in Chaptico, Maryland. We invite you to be a part of our story and make lasting holiday memories here on the farm.
Our Story
The story of Basford Creek Tree Farm is rooted in family and a love for the land. For 16 years, the Horstkamp family —James, Hana, and their children, Daniel, Chris, and Madi —poured their hearts into planting and nurturing thousands of Christmas trees. What began as a family dream grew into a beloved tradition, pausing briefly after 2016 to let new saplings take root. In 2024, the farm’s gates reopened, welcoming families back to fields filled with the scent of evergreens and the magic of the season.
Now, a new chapter is unfolding. Best friends Madi and Megan—Chris’s partner—have taken the reins, united by their love for the outdoors and the quiet beauty of nature. As a women-owned and operated business, they are honoring the Horstkamp legacy while bringing fresh vision to the farm’s future. Their dream is to grow Basford Creek into a year-round destination where families can connect with nature, celebrate the seasons, and create memories that last for generations.
What We Grow & Offer
We are rooted in the tradition of a Christmas tree farm, offering a variety of seasonal experiences for you and your family!
Currently, during the holiday season, you can choose from:
Cut-Your-Own Tree: Head into our fields to find and harvest your perfect Blue Spruce or Concolor Fir.
Fresh-Cut Selections: Browse freshly cut trees.
Handcrafted Wreaths: Find unique, farm-made Wreaths and other holiday decor.
Wreath Making Workshops: Join us for a hands-on session to create your own centerpiece.
We are excited about the future of Basford Creek and plan to bring new offerings to the farm in 2026!
We invite you to spend part of your holiday season with us!
A Place for Families & Community
For us, Basford Creek Tree Farm is more than just a business—it's a truly special place. Throughout the year, the farm serves as a central hub for our family, a place where we gather, celebrate, and work together to keep our traditions alive.
We want to share this feeling with our community. We love seeing families pick out their perfect tree, hearing laughter in our fields, and watching new holiday memories being made. By opening our gates, we hope to share the same sense of tradition, peace, and joy that the farm has always brought to our family.
Visit Basford Creek Tree Farm
If you're looking for a Christmas tree farm near Chaptico, Leonardtown, Lexington Park, or Prince Frederick, we'd love to welcome you to Basford Creek Tree Farm.
Located in Chaptico, Maryland, just a short drive from the beautiful waters of the Wicomico River and the Chesapeake Bay, our farm is the perfect local escape to start your holiday season.