OSRS 1–99 Woodcutting & Forestry Guide

Woodcutting & Forestry Overview

Woodcutting received a major overhaul with the introduction of Forestry, a group-based system that changed how trees function and added dynamic events that significantly boost experience rates. This guide covers traditional Woodcutting, Forestry mechanics, AFK options, tick manipulation, and profitable paths to 99.

At-a-Glance: Best Training Options

• Fastest XP: Tick-manipulated Teak cutting

• Best Balance: Forestry worlds

• Most AFK: Redwoods (90+)

• Best Profit: Forestry events & anima bark

Core Woodcutting Mechanics

Each chop attempt occurs every 4 game ticks (2.4 seconds). Your Woodcutting level and axe tier directly affect success rates.

• Higher-tier axes dramatically increase XP

• Crystal and felling axes outperform standard tools

• Group chopping grants up to +10 invisible Woodcutting levels

Best Axes

• Dragon Axe

• Crystal Axe (faster than Dragon)

• Crystal Felling Axe (fastest overall)

Low-Level Training (1–35)

Levels 1–15

• Regular trees

• Drop logs for speed or burn/fletch for Ironmen

Levels 15–35

• Oak trees (best XP)

• Forestry worlds significantly increase XP

Fastest Woodcutting Methods

Teak Trees (35+)

Teaks are one of the fastest XP methods in the game, especially when combined with tick manipulation.

• Extremely high XP rates

• Very click-intensive

• Best for players prioritizing speed

Tick Manipulation Explained

• 3-tick: ~33% XP boost

• 2-tick: Up to double XP rate

• 1.5-tick: Fastest method in the game (very intense)

These methods are optional and not required for efficient progression.

Forestry Training (15–99)

Forestry allows players to train together on shared trees that despawn after a fixed timer rather than random chance.

Why Forestry Is Strong

• Longer AFK times

• Event-based XP bonuses (up to 40%+)

• Social and scalable

Best Forestry Trees

• Oaks (15+)

• Teaks (35+)

• Yews & Magics (60+)

AFK Woodcutting Methods

Woodcutting Guild

• +7 invisible Woodcutting boost

• No Forestry interference

• Ideal for relaxed training

AFK Tree Comparison

• Maples: ~1 minute AFK

• Yews: ~2 minutes AFK

• Magics: ~4 minutes AFK

• Redwoods (90+): ~4.5 minutes AFK

Profitable Woodcutting

Forestry Events & Anima Bark

Participating in Forestry events is the most profitable Woodcutting method.

• Earn anima bark from events

• Convert bark into valuable rewards

• Scales with level and attention

Traditional Profit Trees

• Mahogany

• Yew

• Magic trees

Forestry Events Explained

• Root cutting challenges

• Pollination puzzles

• Beehive construction

• Pattern recognition rituals

• Poacher trap removal

• Ant grooming interactions

• Nest recovery tasks

Each event grants bonus XP and anima bark.

Ironman Tips

• Lumberjack outfit is worth obtaining early

• Forestry rewards support long-term skilling

• Infernal axe provides passive Firemaking XP

Common Mistakes / Avoid These

• Ignoring Forestry event mechanics

• Using low-tier axes longer than needed

• Overusing tick manipulation without need

• Training AFK on Forestry worlds

FAQ

Is Forestry required for Woodcutting?

No, but it greatly improves XP and profit.

Is Woodcutting AFK?

Yes, especially from Yews onward and at Redwoods.

Is tick manipulation worth it?

Only if you prioritize maximum XP over effort.

Best method for casual players?

Forestry or AFK guild trees.

Efficiency Note

Many players mix Forestry for active sessions and AFK trees for downtime. When time is limited, some choose trusted convenience services like ArgenGaming to maintain steady progress while focusing on other goals.