Christmas is in the air! After the tree lighting ceremony in San Marino, my boyfriend and I took a nice, scenic walk along Christmas tree lane (AKA, St.Alban's street right off of Huntington drive). It's a hop, skip, and a stone's throw away from the San Marino Christmas Tree/Fire Department! It was a nice, quiet walk past the beautifully decorated million-dollar homes. Although it's not as vast and expansive as most Christmas Tree lanes in Southern California, it is definitely a sight to see each year! read more

BIG TREES! I wish I could say more about this but it is not like the other where you see hella Christmas decorations on the house. Just really big trees that are decorated. It cool if you happening to pass by, not to seek out and visit. Just remember BIG trees! read more

Christmas Tree Lane - Christmas Trees Near Me - San Marino, California

An absolutely wonderful time during the Christmas season with the family after a dinner in Sierra Madre we spent the evening wandering Christmas tree lane in all of its splendor read more

The lights, the walk, its romantic, picture friendly. Loved it and always a pleasure to come back.

If you want more of a quiet, simple Christmas vibe, I feel like I would recommend this Christmas Tree Lane over the one in Altadena. It's not much, mostly just the very large pine trees in the neighborhood with some simple rainbow lights. Classic Christmas feel. Some of the houses have their own lights and decorations too. Plenty of parking and the streets are HUGE. I think, more so than looking at Christmas lights, my friend and I were more impressed with how bougie and fancy the houses were. So I guess if you want simple Christmas lights and to see how the other side lives, this is the place then. Doesn't take too long to see and not many blocks to walk/drive past either. read more

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It looks so pretty! As I was driving to get home, I stumbled across these beautiful trees that were all lit up, I had to pull over and take these pictures. My boys were in the car and they said, "Mom, it looks like big bear but better!" Haha so it was nice for my kiddos to see as well. :) read more

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Huge lighted trees which makes it a unique experience and you can't go wrong as it is free!

The lights are great looking up in the pine trees all the lights it's not as crowded also if you went there many years ago it's definitely not as big but still nice to park and walk around the blocks read more

I'll freely admit - I'm addicted to viewing Christmas lights displays. Fond memories of visiting with family & friends in colder climates has still included driving around looking at the shiny, magical lighted holiday scenes. I've enjoyed them in Chicagoland, and the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the Bay Area, and around L.A. and the Conejo Valley, among many places. With the advent of LED lights, and computer-controlled lights & music, there are so many creative options for designers to explore. Hey, the hours of darkness are long this time of year - why not be clever with your time during the holiday season & share your spirit? That said, everyone has a preference for what they like to see in their seasonal light decor. The stately manors on St. Albans at Huntington in San Marino go for large trees with a simple design. It's actually hard to see the homes, sitting back from the street, as most do not add any additional lights - letting the gigantic evergreens do the talking for them. The draw here is a peaceful one. Only a block long, it's advisable to park your car, get out and stroll along the sidewalks to gaze up at the very mature trees. Surely cherry pickers are used to get the light strings all the way to the tops of these beauties. A few have an extra star treatment at the crown of the trees. Most just have simple multi-color glowing bulbs. It's easy to feel like a kid when gazing up from ground level to the soaring branches. It's not a wowie experience, but it is worth a stop over if you're in the general area. Now we've checked it off our list. read more

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Nice attraction for the family it's only one street. There is place to park and walk around. Trees are huge and there have lights on them. read more

If you like seeing Christmas lights during the holidays, I think this place is worth a visit especially if you are in the area. It's located in the City of San Marino on Huntington Drive and St. Albans Street (only one side of the street). You'll see big, tall, wide, slender, short, fluffy trees with Christmas lights. These three are part of the beautiful homes. This a nice family and friends activity to get you in the mood for the holidays. ~Note: This can be a five-minute visit but you can stay longer to enjoy and appreciate the lights. We usually park, walk around, take pictures, and before we leave, I drive around for a final look. ::Experience:: Every year during Christmas my daughter and I come here to view the (we call them) big and tall Christmas Trees with lights. When we first discovered this neighborhood, more trees had lights; I think even last year there were more. My daughter and I walk around, take pictures, talk about the different shapes of the trees, pick which tree is our favorite, and admire the pretty view of all the trees. It's a great time to bond and reminisce about the year. ::Tips:: -Visit early (weeks before the holiday) to avoid traffic -Bring a nice camera ::M's Notes:: Street Parking read more

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So fun especially during Covid times. My little girl loved it and the houses and lights were so beautiful. Wide streets and plenty of street parking to take a closer look or take a stroll. read more

For years now my hubby and I have been driving down this block every now and then throughout the holiday season. This year was the very first time we took our lil one to see the lights. She loved it. We listened to Christmas songs on the radio and went up and down the block a few times to look at the different light displays. We liked to walk up and down the block in previous years but with my lil one having the sniffles already, we didn't want to chance things. So, up and down the block a few times it was. She was so amazed and so thrilled. The look of awe on her face was SO worth it. It really is only a block long, on both sides. So, while it is very short lived, it's a nice lil display. Photos don't do the display justice but I think that's also because you don't see how grand an how huge these decorated trees are unless you see 'em in person. read more

I always get super excited when Christmas arrives. Tis the season to be jolly singing Christmas Carols then Christmas lights and trees goes up. As one Yelper described it, one block and then that's it. I can see why the lights look much better in person. That said, I really appreciate the folks who setup the Christmas lights on these very unbelievably tall trees for public consumption. In addition, I like the Snow Family who welcome the incoming visitors. But when I arrived onto St Albans / Huntington st, some tree lights were not even on. I will drop by early evening to see if I get the same result. 2nd try I went again early weekday evening so much better: all lights were on this time! :) Tip: Plenty of street parking available. No crowds. read more

Christmas Tree Lane - Snow Fam Bam who greets you at the entrance! :D - Christmas Trees Near Me - San Marino, California

I always get excited around Christmas time! It's a wonderful time of the year to dwindle down with friends and family and wrapping up the year. I always love stopping by every year to check out the Christmas lights located at the start corner of St. Albans and Huntington Dr. Pictures don't do its justice. You gotta come out and enjoy the spirit! I am always amazed when I'm here. The trees are so tall. It's incredible how they are able to decorate the lights from top to bottom. Parking isn't too bad. I recommend to bring your coffee and take a easy stroll around the block with your family and friends. Being a nice camera that can take in the dark if you have one. Happy Holidays!!! read more

This the sister street to the Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena. I first chanced upon these festive lights while driving down on Huntington Drive and couldn't help being lured by the pretty lights. It's quite a sight to see these very tall Christmas trees lined up on both sides of the street on St. Albans, decorated with brightly lit and colorful lights. I couldn't help but keep thinking about the amount of work that went behind streaming Christmas lights down these incredibly tall trees. I've visited these lights three times since it's convenient to get to, never too packed nor difficult to find a spot to park, and I love the festive feel! :) While you may be tempted to take lots of pictures, the pictures really don't do this place justice. Instead, enjoy the moment and take in the beautifully decorated trees as you take a stroll down Christmas Tree Lane with your loved ones! read more

Christmas Tree Lane - Christmas Trees Near Me - San Marino, California

Huge trees draped in lights. It is literally a 20 second drive and then that's it. You can actually see it all from Huntington Drive. It would be nice if more homes participated past the first block, but it is a nice thing to check out if you are in the area. If you don't live in the area it's not worth driving to. read more

Christmas Tree Lane - Christmas Trees Near Me - San Marino, California

Yay this place is super great to see some beautiful Christmas lights during the holiday season! I remember my parents taking my sister and I down this lane when we were little and I would be so amazed by how huge and tall the trees are. How did the people get the lights all the way to the top of the tree?! I still wonder about this. Every house on both sides of the street on this block are decked out. I imagine they feel peer pressured into it... what if one year someone decides to go on a cruise during Christmastime? Hahah Located at the intersection of St. albans and Huntington Dr. in San Marino. Check it out! While these pictures are great, it's just THAT much better to see it in person. read more

Annually I would drive up and down this block around the holidays to check out the lights. Even tho it's the same every year, it always puts me in a festive mood. Doesn't snow in Cali, so huge lighted trees will do. Don't expect too much, it is a short block and there is plenty other people who go. So the block will be a bit congested sometimes. But if you arrive at the right time, you will find parking and will be able to get out of your car to walk around. But that's it! read more

Very dumb location. Minimal decorations, just a few trees with lights. I do lot recommend this to anyone whatsoever.

There were not many houses lit up. It was disappointing. However, the houses which were lit up looked beautiful. I went the weekend before Christmas expecting the whole area to be lit but it didn't seem even half way lit. Maybe next year? read more

Love the staff and the wonderful joyful lights.. Everyone needs to go see the fun.. That lets you escape from this gloomy year and feel happy for awhile.. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all.! read more

The trees are beautiful, but I'm surprised at how few of the people in the neighborhood decorate for the holidays. My guests thought the neighborhood of Adams Hill was more exciting than the Lane. Next time, I'll drive further for a really decorated neighborhood. read more

The pictures don't do it justice. It was like stepping into a Christmas fairytale :3 I'm glad I stumbled upon it while I was driving read more

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Yay! Been coming here to look at Christmas trees lit up since 2011 :) everytime I think about how the community has come together to light up such large trees, it makes me smile! :) read more

On 12/20/2016 I took my cousin Lisa and her husband Lance (he's from Australia) to see Christmas Tree Lane in San Marino, CA. The huge lighted trees on St. Albans are a wonder to behold. I try to view them at least once each Christmas. Photos do not do them justice. You have to see them in person to get their full beauty. read more

WOW when we first turned onto the street our breath was taken away at the sight of all those tall beautiful trees and lights. Its well worth the drive if your not too too far of course. Its a bit short as far as the street goes but its surly a sight to go see :) read more