Woodcutting is one of the most iconic and relaxing skills in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). Whether you're a new player looking to level up or a veteran aiming for maximum efficiency and profit, this guide covers everything you need to know about Woodcutting in 2025, from the basics to advanced strategies, quests, money-making, and the Forestry minigame.
What Is Woodcutting in OSRS?
Woodcutting is a gathering skill that involves chopping down trees to obtain logs. These logs are essential for other skills such as Fletching, Firemaking, and Construction. As your Woodcutting level increases, you unlock the ability to chop higher-tier trees, access better axes, and enjoy faster log collection rates. Woodcutting is beloved for its relaxing, AFK-friendly nature, but it can also be optimized for speed, profit, or both.
Why Level Woodcutting?
Skill Synergy
- Fletching and Firemaking: Logs are the primary resource for both skills. High-level logs (yew, magic, redwood) are in constant demand for fletching bows and arrows, and for Firemaking training.
- Construction: Teak, mahogany, and other high-level logs are used in building and furnishing player-owned houses.
- Quest and Diary Requirements: Many quests and achievement diaries require specific Woodcutting levels, making it a gateway to other content.
Profit Potential
While Woodcutting is not the fastest money-maker, certain trees (yew, magic, redwood) can yield 200k–1.2M OSRS Gold per hour at higher levels, especially with Forestry events and efficient banking.
Skillcape and Prestige
Reaching level 99 unlocks the Woodcutting skillcape, a symbol of dedication and a useful item for boosting your level further.
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How Does Woodcutting Connect to Other Skills?
- Fletching: Logs are cut into bows, arrows, and other ranged equipment.
- Firemaking: Logs are burned for Firemaking XP, useful for Wintertodt or other training methods.
- Construction: Logs are used to build furniture, doors, and more in player-owned houses.
- Farming: Some quests and high-level farming activities require logs for patches or compost bins.
- Sailing: Newer content like Sailing uses logs for ship repairs and upgrades.
How to Level Woodcutting Efficiently
Best Trees by Level
| Level | Tree Type | XP per Log | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Normal | 25 | Best for early levels, found everywhere (Lumbridge, Varrock, Draynor) |
| 15 | Oak | 37.5 | Better XP than normals, found near banks (Varrock, Draynor) |
| 30 | Willow | 67.5 | Fast XP, popular for tick manipulation (Draynor, Rimmington) |
| 35 | Teak | 85 | Fastest XP in game with tick manipulation (Fossil Island, Prifddinas) |
| 45 | Maple | 100 | Good balance of XP and profit (Seers’ Village, Woodcutting Guild) |
| 60 | Yew | 175 | Profitable but slow XP (Woodcutting Guild, Edgeville) |
| 65 | Sulliuscep | 125 | Requires Bone Voyage quest, good XP and profit (Fossil Island) |
| 75 | Magic | 250 | High profit, slow XP (Woodcutting Guild) |
| 90 | Redwood | 380 | Best AFK XP and profit (Woodcutting Guild) |
Pro Tip: For the fastest XP, focus on willow (30+), teak (35+), or sulliuscep (65+). For profit, yew (60+), magic (75+), or redwood (90+) are best.
Best Axes by Level
| Level | Axe Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bronze | Slowest, found in Lumbridge (Bob’s Axes) |
| 1 | Iron | Slightly faster, buy from Bob or Grand Exchange |
| 6 | Steel | Better speed, recommended until level 21 |
| 21 | Mithril | Faster than steel, use until level 31 |
| 31 | Adamant | Good mid-game axe, use until level 41 |
| 41 | Rune | Best F2P axe, use until level 61 |
| 61 | Dragon | Best P2P axe, special attack boosts Woodcutting level temporarily |
| 61 | Infernal | Requires 85 Firemaking, burns logs for Firemaking XP |
| 71 | Crystal | Requires Song of the Elves, passive chance for extra logs |
Pro Tip: Always use the highest-tier axe you can wield for maximum efficiency.
Completing quests is a great way to skip early levels and gain bonus XP. Here are the best quests for Woodcutting XP in 2025:
| Quest Name | Woodcutting XP | Requirements | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Restless Ghost | 1,125 | None | Easy, early-game quest |
| Witch’s House | 2,500 | None | Short, good for low levels |
| Fairy Tale I | 2,500 | Lost City, 15 Magic | Unlocks fairy rings for transport |
| Animal Magnetism | 2,500 | 18 Slayer, 30 Crafting | Useful for slayer |
| Eyes of Glouphrie | 2,500 | 46 Crafting, 5 Magic | Fun puzzles, decent XP |
| Recipe for Disaster (Dwarf) | 1,500 | 40 Crafting, 10 Smithing | Part of a series, good for mid-levels |
| Bone Voyage | 4,000 | 42 Crafting, 10 Prayer | Unlocks Fossil Island, sulliuscep trees |
| Song of the Elves | 5,000 | High combat, many skills | Unlocks crystal axe, Prifddinas |
Total XP from Quests: ~20,000 (enough to skip early levels and jumpstart your training)
Making Money with Woodcutting
Woodcutting can be profitable, especially at higher levels. Here are the best money-making methods in 2025:
| Level | Tree Type | Location | Profit (GP/hr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Yew | Woodcutting Guild | 60k–100k | Slow but steady, good for AFK |
| 75 | Magic | Woodcutting Guild | 120k–200k | Best profit per hour, slow XP |
| 90 | Redwood | Woodcutting Guild | 400k–600k | Best AFK profit, 4-minute depletion timer |
| 65 | Sulliuscep | Fossil Island | 500k–1.2M | Requires Bone Voyage, good XP and profit |
| Any | Forestry Events | Any Forestry World | 100k–500k | Random events, anima-infused bark rewards |
Pro Tip: Use Forestry worlds (e.g., World 444) for group boosts and event rewards, which can double your profit and XP rates.
Forestry Minigame: The Social Woodcutting Update
What Is Forestry?
Forestry is a 2023 update that transformed Woodcutting into a social, event-driven skill. When chopping trees on Forestry worlds, you gain:
- +1 Woodcutting level per player at the same tree (up to +10)
- Random Forestry events (e.g., Rising Roots, Struggling Sapling, Beehives)
- Anima-infused bark (used to buy rewards like the Lumberjack Outfit, Felling Axe, Log Basket)
How to Participate
- Join a Forestry world (e.g., World 444).
- Chop trees with others (oak, willow, yew, magic, redwood).
- Complete events for bonus XP and bark.
- Spend bark at the Forestry Shop for upgrades.
Best Forestry Locations
- Draynor Village (Oak/Willow)
- Seers’ Village (Maple/Yew)
- Woodcutting Guild (Yew/Magic/Redwood)
- Prifddinas (Teak/Mahogany)
Advanced Tips and Tricks
- Tick Manipulation: For max XP, learn 1.5-tick or 2-tick woodcutting (up to 220k XP/hr at 99 with teaks).
- Felling Axes: Use Forester’s Rations for +10% XP and a chance to save logs.
- Outfits: The Lumberjack Outfit (Temple Trekking) and Forestry Outfit (Forestry Shop) both give 2.5% XP boosts.
- Boosts: Use Woodcutting potions or Lumberjack Aura for temporary level increases.
Conclusion
Woodcutting in OSRS is more than just chopping trees—it’s a gateway to profit, skill synergy, and community events. Whether you’re aiming for 99 Woodcutting, making OSRS Gold, or just enjoying the relaxed vibe, this guide has you covered.
Ready to start chopping? Grab your axe, head to a Forestry world, and join the community in Gielinor’s forests!
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