99 Nights Forest: Farm Infinite Wood FAST (Pro 2026 Guide)

Wood is a fundamental resource in 99 Nights in the Forest, essential for building your fortress, crafting tools, and keeping your fire burning through terrifying nights. But constantly chopping down trees can drain your time and leave you vulnerable to the Deer Monster’s attacks. I’ve discovered the most efficient wood farming methods that will transform your survival experience, allowing you to gather 10x more wood in half the time.

The key to efficient wood farming isn’t about swinging your axe harder – it’s about working smarter through strategic tool acquisition and creating your own managed forest. Whether you’re struggling to maintain your campfire or aiming for that elusive Day 300 badge, these proven strategies will ensure you never run out of lumber again.

Quick Wood Farming Overview

Method	Wood Per Minute	Required Tool	Efficiency Rating
Sapling Farm	15-20 logs	Strong Axe	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chainsaw Method	25-30 logs	Chainsaw	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tree Stacking	10-15 logs	Any Axe	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chair Farming	5 wood/chair	None	⭐⭐⭐
Basic Chopping	3-5 logs	Old Axe	⭐⭐

The Ultimate Sapling Replanting Strategy (2026)

Step 1: Acquire the Essential Strong Axe

Your first major goal must be obtaining the Strong Axe, which is capable of felling the largest trees in the forest and, crucially, dropping the saplings you need. The Strong Axe becomes available through the Pelt Trader on their fourth visit, requiring a Bear Pelt in exchange.

Two Ways to Get the Strong Axe:

1. Pelt Trader Route: The Pelt Trader appears every 3-4 days, so it typically takes about 16 in-game days before you can obtain the Strong Axe through trading
2. Gold Chest Route: Alternatively, you can find it as a random drop from Gold Chests scattered across the map

For detailed information on all tools and upgrades, check out our 99 Nights Forest Tools Guide.

Step 2: Creating Your Wood Farm

Once you have the Strong Axe, begin by chopping down at least four large trees to collect both wood and saplings. This is where the magic begins:

1. Harvest Large Trees: Use your Strong Axe to chop down large trees, which drop wood and often leave behind Saplings on the ground
2. Strategic Planting: Choose a flat, open area near your base and plant all collected saplings in this concentrated location
3. Stack for Efficiency: Players can stack saplings together as you can cut multiple trees at once – this is extra powerful with a strong axe or chainsaw
4. One-Hit Harvesting: Young trees grown from saplings can be felled with a single strike from your Strong Axe

Step 3: The Infinite Wood Loop

After chopping down the young trees, collect the wood and new saplings they drop, then immediately replant these saplings in the same spot to continue the cycle. This creates a self-sustaining source that’s exponentially faster than searching for random trees.

Growth Timeline:

• Sapling growth typically takes just one in-game day or night cycle
• All planted seeds and saplings take one in-game day to fully grow
• During waiting periods, gather other resources or fortify your base

2026 Advanced Wood Farming Techniques

The Chainsaw Revolution

The Chainsaw allows players to cut trees in just 2 hits and can chop down big trees in 25+ hits while being fully automatic. Here’s how to maximize its potential:

Obtaining the Chainsaw:

• Craft in the Workshop with 4 Cultist Gems, 4 Bear Pelts, 2 Alpha Wolf Pelts, and 10 Scraps
• Find as a random drop from Ruby Chests

For a complete breakdown of all craftable items, visit our 99 Nights Forest Crafting Recipes Guide.

Multi-Hit Tree Stacking Method

Your axe has a small area of effect – if you plant trees closely together, you can stand between them and hit both with a single swing. This technique works with any axe but becomes incredibly powerful with upgraded tools:

1. Plant saplings in tight clusters (2-3 saplings touching)
2. Position yourself between multiple trees
3. Swing once to hit 2-3 trees simultaneously
4. Collect all drops and replant immediately

The Hidden Chair Strategy

Wooden Chairs from certain buildings can give 5 wood per chair. This overlooked method provides excellent early-game wood:

• Two chairs in your sack equal 10 wood, making them space-efficient
• Prioritize exploring buildings with furniture
• Shred chairs for wood rather than using them as fuel

Class-Specific Wood Farming Advantages

Lumberjack Class Dominance

The Lumberjack class starts with a Good Axe and provides bonus log chances, with Level 3 Lumberjacks potentially getting 1-2 bonus logs per tree.

Lumberjack Benefits:

• Level 1: Bonus log chance on every tree
• Level 2: Increased sapling drop rates
• Level 3: 1-2 bonus logs per tree (triple resource generation)

Learn more about optimal class selection in our 99 Nights in the Forest Class Tier List.

Farmer Class Synergy

At level 2, the Farmer class occasionally develops planted saplings into Apple Trees, offering a steady supply of food while farming wood. This dual-purpose approach maximizes efficiency.

Base Defense Through Strategic Tree Planting

Creating Natural Barriers

Replanting trees serves as makeshift base defense – plant them in a tightly packed circle around the campfire’s perimeter for a free shield from invading Cultists.

Defensive Planting Pattern:

1. Create a double-ring of saplings around your campfire
2. Leave small gaps for entry/exit points
3. Place bear traps in the gaps
4. Cultists get stuck navigating the tree maze

Wood Storage and Protection

The rain wood storage is the best way to store wood as it protects them from being wet. Wet logs cannot be used as campfire fuel, making proper storage crucial.

Storage Priority List:

1. Rain Wood Storage – Protects from weather
2. Near Crafting Bench – If you have reliable fuel, the crafting table is the safest spot for wood
3. Biofuel Processor Adjacent – Can convert wet wood if needed

Optimizing Your Wood Collection Route

Early Game (Days 1-5)

1. Immediate Action: Start chopping trees immediately and stack logs in your Old Sack
2. Close Proximity: Focus on cutting down trees closest to your campfire to minimize travel time
3. Sapling Priority: Always replant every sapling you find
4. Map Crafting: Craft the Map with just 3 wood – it’s essential for efficient navigation

Mid Game (Days 6-20)

Establish a circular route around your camp – chop trees in sections, and by the time you complete your loop, earlier trees will have refreshed.

Efficient Loop Strategy:

• Mark your route on the map
• Clear one quadrant at a time
• Plant saplings densely in cleared areas
• Return to starting point when trees respawn

Late Game (Days 20+)

Focus on automation and efficiency:

• Multiple sapling farms in different locations
• Place Biofuel Processor so it spits directly into the campfire
• Use Oil Drill for fuel, save wood for crafting

Team Coordination for Maximum Wood Output

Role Distribution

In multiplayer, distribute roles efficiently – have dedicated wood gatherers while others focus on scrap and food.

Optimal Team Roles:

• Wood Specialist (Lumberjack): Focus solely on tree farming
• Scrap Collector (Scavenger): Gather metal for upgrades
• Hunter (Ranger): Provide pelts for tool trades
• Base Builder (Base Defender): Use collected wood efficiently

Synchronized Harvesting

If you and a teammate chop the same tree simultaneously, you both get full drops – double the wood, double the saplings.

Time Management and Safety

Daylight Dominance

Always prioritize collecting wood during the day when visibility is high and the Deer Monster isn’t actively hunting.

Daily Wood Schedule:

• Dawn: Immediate sapling harvest near base
• Morning: Expand to outer tree zones
• Afternoon: Final collection run
• Dusk: Return to base with full inventory
• Night: Process wood at crafting bench

Night Harvesting Safety

If you must gather at night:

• Stay within campfire light radius
• Use flashlight to stun the Deer temporarily
• Never venture alone without proper equipment
• Keep escape routes clear

Common Wood Farming Mistakes to Avoid

Critical Errors

1. Not Replanting: The biggest mistake is not replanting trees after chopping them down, turning the forest into a barren wasteland
2. Burning Everything: Save wood for crafting, don’t waste it all on fire
3. Ignoring Weather: Wet logs can’t fuel fires, but can still be scrapped at the Crafting Bench
4. Poor Tool Priorities: Upgrade axes before other equipment

Resource Optimization

Pre-Night Stockpile: Always ensure your campfire is at maximum intensity before nightfall. This prevents emergency wood runs during dangerous periods.

2026 Advanced Strategies for Infinite Wood

The Biofuel Alternative

When wood becomes scarce:

1. Build Biofuel Processor
2. Farm Plots provide items for the Biofuel Processor
3. Convert organic matter to fuel
4. Save all wood for crafting only

Exploit Prevention

Recent patches have fixed several wood duplication exploits. Focus on legitimate farming methods for sustainable gameplay. Check our 99 Nights in The Forest Codes for legitimate ways to earn resources.

2026 Integration with Other Systems

Crafting Bench Progression

Efficient wood farming directly impacts your crafting capabilities:

• Level 2 Bench: 5 Wood + 1 Scrap
• Level 3 Bench: 15 Wood + 10 Scrap
• Level 4 Bench: 30 Wood + 20 Scrap + 2 Cultist Gems
• Level 5 Bench: 50 Wood + 50 Scrap + 1 Gem of Forest

Visit our complete crafting items guide for detailed recipes.

Campfire Management

If your campfire is level 4, logs only add less than 1 percent, so you need flammable items like coal or fuel canisters. This makes efficient wood use even more critical.

Campfire Fuel Efficiency:

• Levels 1-3: Wood is primary fuel
• Level 4: Transition to alternative fuels
• Level 5+: Build oil drill facing the campfire for automatic fueling

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I farm wood with just the Old Axe?

No, the starting axe cannot cut down large trees, which is the only way to obtain saplings needed for farming. You must upgrade to at least a Strong Axe.

How many trees should I plant in my farm?

Start with 10-15 saplings and expand based on your needs. The more saplings you plant per cycle, the more wood you harvest in the next one.

What’s the fastest way to get a Strong Axe?

Trade with the Pelt Trader using a Bear Pelt on their fourth visit, or find one in Gold Chests deep in the forest. The Pelt Trader method is more reliable.

Can wooden chairs really give 5 wood each?

Yes, wooden chairs from buildings provide 5 wood when processed, making them highly valuable early-game resources.

Should I use the Lumberjack class for wood farming?

Absolutely. The Lumberjack class is an amazing choice for rushing early game progress with its Good Axe start and bonus wood chances.

How long do saplings take to grow?

Saplings take exactly one in-game day to grow into harvestable trees.

Can I automate wood collection completely?

While you can’t fully automate collection, combining sapling farms with Biofuel Processors positioned to spit directly into campfires creates a semi-automated system.

What’s better: Chainsaw or Strong Axe?

The Chainsaw cuts trees in 2 hits versus the Strong Axe’s single hit for small trees, but the Chainsaw requires more resources to obtain. Both are excellent choices.

How do I protect wood from rain?

Use Rain Wood Storage structures to keep logs dry, or build shelves if you have a Biofuel Processor to convert wet wood.

Can teammates share wood drops?

Yes! When teammates chop the same tree simultaneously, both players receive full wood and sapling drops.

Conclusion

Mastering wood farming in 99 Nights in the Forest transforms the entire survival experience. By strategically obtaining the Strong Axe and implementing the sapling replanting cycle, you create a sustainable lumber operation that eliminates resource scarcity. Whether you’re playing solo or coordinating with a team, these proven strategies will ensure you never run out of wood again.

Remember, efficient wood farming isn’t just about survival – it’s about thriving. With unlimited wood at your disposal, you can focus on exploring deeper mysteries, building elaborate defenses, and ultimately conquering all 99 nights. Start implementing these techniques today, and watch your forest empire grow exponentially.

For more survival guides and the latest updates, explore our complete 99 Nights in the Forest endings guide to discover every secret this terrifying forest holds.