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Tree Removal in Mount Aukum
Need a tree pro near Mount Aukum, ZIP 95656? Call us now at (530) 441-2256. It's the far southern end of our area. Give us the road and the tree, and we'll see if a local pro can get there.
Mount Aukum in a few lines
The ZIP here is 95656, and Wikipedia lists the elevation at 2,155 feet. The post office has moved around. Mail went through an Aukum post office, open 1895 to 1914 and again 1920 to 1961, until it became Mount Aukum.
This is a long drive from Camino, near the edge of what we cover. We say so up front. If a pro can't reach you in a sensible time, we'll tell you.
Burn rules come from Pioneer
Mount Aukum is Pioneer Fire Protection District country. That matters if you want to burn brush. Its rules are different from the ones in Camino.
- A residential burn permit is valid for three fire seasons.
- Burn piles can be no bigger than 4 feet across.
- You must call the burn line before you burn, even in winter. The number is (530) 621-5897.
- Fire season, Pioneer says, usually runs May 1st through October or November, as weather and fire conditions allow.
Need sandbags? The Fireman's Hall at 7060 Mt Aukum Road, opposite Station 38, has free sand and bags. Handy when a storm drops a tree and the ground turns to mud.
Brush piles and chipping
Many rural jobs end in a brush pile. Burn it with a permit, or have it chipped. Pioneer's chipping program serves seniors, veterans and low-income residents, and the county Fire Safe Council offers free chipping too, while grant money lasts.
Whichever way you go, keep fresh pine slash away from live pines. UC IPM says fresh slash and dying trees feed beetles.
Wells, gates and getting a rig in
A lot of Mount Aukum land is rural acreage with a long drive and a locked gate. Give the pro your gate code up front. Tell us if the last stretch is dirt, steep or washed out. A truck that can't get in costs you a second trip.
Rural lots also have wells and septic systems. Mark them. A heavy rig can crack a tank lid. Also tell the pro about any propane tank, since the saw crew needs to work well clear of it.
Out here, the nearest hardware store is a drive. If a chain breaks or a part fails, work can stall. That is one more reason to book a pro who knows the roads and to expect a bit of extra travel time.
What it costs here
Long drives can add to the price. Ask the pro if travel is in the quote.
| What you need | What the guides list |
|---|---|
| Tree up to 30 feet tall | $200 to $500 |
| Tree 30 to 60 feet tall | $500 to $1,500 |
| Tree 60 to 80 feet tall | $850 to $2,000 |
| Chipping brush and limbs | $50 to $100 |
Sources: HomeGuide tree removal and wood chipping guides (Feb 2026).
HomeGuide says tree companies can cut the per-tree price by 10% to 25% when they handle several trees in one visit. Out here, with a long drive, one big visit beats three small ones.
Before the pro comes
- Write down the road name and the last turn. GPS can fail out here.
- Tell us about gates, dogs and ruts.
- Show the pro where any pipes and the septic tank run.
Mount Aukum questions
Are you too far out?
Not always. Call (530) 441-2256 and we'll check. If it's too far, we'll tell you straight.
How do I get a burn permit?
Pioneer says to get a residential burn permit at its station during business hours. Burn permits are also issued online, free of charge.
Can I cut a tree on a slope?
Yes, but the pro will use ropes and may stage the job differently. Tell us about the slope.
Nearby
Neighbors are Fair Play and Somerset. For the rules, see tree removal permits. More on the Camino home page.