Heartopia Roaming Oak Timber: Location & Farming Tips (2026 Guide)

Updated by Sunny Kaushik
January 16, 2026
Gaming

If you’ve been playing Heartopia for a while, you know that feeling when you reach a new crafting tier and suddenly hit a massive resource wall. For me, that wall was Roaming Oak Timber. I spent hours wandering the map, axes in hand, only to find common pine and useless driftwood. It was frustrating.

If you are stuck trying to upgrade your workshop to Level 4 or craft that luxurious Roaming Oak Bed, you are in the right place. Unlike standard trees, Roaming Oaks are elusive creatures—yes, I call them creatures because they don’t stay in one place! This guide is the ultimate resource I wish I had when I started. I’ve gathered data from the top sources, including the latest updates from 2026, to bring you everything you need to know about finding, unlocking, and farming this precious material.

Quick Reference

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details, here is a quick overview of the Roaming Oak Timber specs:

Feature	Details
Resource Name	Roaming Oak Timber
Rarity	Rare (Epic)
Primary Location	Mystic Grove (Northeast Region)
Unlock Quest	“The Wandering Arborist” (Level 12)
Daily Limit	15 Timber per day
Respawn Time	Daily Reset (00:00 UTC)
Energy Cost per Chop	5 Energy
Used For	Level 4+ Furniture, Workshop Upgrades, Town decorations

What is Roaming Oak Timber?

Roaming Oak Timber is a high-tier crafting material in Heartopia. Unlike standard wood that you can harvest from static trees, this timber comes from the “Roaming Oak,” a special type of mobile tree found only in specific zones. It is renowned for its sturdiness and magical properties, often featuring a distinct purple hue in its wood grain.

Why Do You Need It?

In the current meta of 2026, Roaming Oak Timber is essential for mid-to-late game progression. You cannot upgrade your Storage Barn past level 5 without it, and most of the “Epic” rarity furniture items—which grant the highest Town Happiness bonuses—require stacks of it. Trust me, don’t sell it; hoard it.

Step-by-Step Unlock Quest Guide

You cannot just walk into the Mystic Grove and start chopping on day one. The game gates this resource behind a specific quest chain to ensure players have a basic understanding of the mechanics.

Prerequisites

Before you can trigger the unlock quest, ensure you meet these requirements:

Player Level: At least Level 12.
Completed Quest: “Basic Woodworking 101”.
Workshop Level: Level 3.

The Quest: “The Wandering Arborist”

This is the specific quest you need to complete. I’ve broken it down into actionable steps so you don’t miss a trigger.

Visit the Town Hall: Head to the Mayor’s office. You will see a yellow exclamation mark above the NPC Forester Ben.
Dialogue Initiation: Talk to Ben. He will complain about his favorite walking tree wandering off and getting stuck near the river.
Objective 1 – Craft Lure: Ben asks you to craft a “Tree Treat Lure.”
- Materials needed: 5x Apples, 2x Honey, 10x Softwood.
Objective 2 – Locate the Oak: Open your map. A new area will be highlighted in the Northeast—the Mystic Grove entrance. Travel there.
Objective 3 – The Interaction: Once in the grove, you won’t see the tree immediately. Use the “Treat Lure” from your inventory (it works like a potion).
The Reveal: The Roaming Oak will stomp its way out of the fog. It’s actually pretty big compared to normal trees!
Objective 4 – Sample the Timber: Chop the tree once to collect a sample. Do not clear it yet.
Return to Ben: Head back to town and deliver the sample.

Reward: 50x Gold Coins, 100x XP, and the Recipe for Iron Axe (which is required to efficiently chop the Roaming Oak). Once this quest is done, you can freely visit the grove to farm timber daily.

Roaming Oak Timber Location Guide

Now that you have access, finding the trees efficiently is the next challenge. Based on my exploration and community maps, here is the breakdown of where to go.

The Mystic Grove

The Mystic Grove is the primary spawn point for Roaming Oaks. It is located in the Northeast corner of the world map, accessible via the Whispering Bridge.

Environment: The area is foggy and has purple-hued grass.
Spawn Points: There are 3 fixed spawn points within the grove where a Roaming Oak can appear.
- Point A: Near the Old Stone Ruins.
- Point B: Along the riverbank, West of the Save Crystal.
- Point C: Deep in the thicket, North of the entrance.

Special Event Spawns

Occasionally, during the “Festival of Foliage” (a seasonal event in Heartopia), Roaming Oaks can spawn in the Central Park area. These event trees often drop double the timber but disappear when the event ends. Keep an eye on the official Discord for announcements about this.

Pro Tip: The Roaming Oaks… roam. If you fast travel to the Mystic Grove and don’t see them at their usual points, wait 2-3 in-game minutes. They slowly walk around the zone. Listen for the heavy “stomp-stomp” sound effect to locate them if they are hidden behind terrain.

Daily Limit and Reset Mechanics

This is the most critical part of the guide. Unlike standard trees which you can clear and replant, Roaming Oak Timber is subject to a strict daily cap to prevent economy inflation in the game.

The Daily Limit

As of the latest patch in March 2026, the daily limit for Roaming Oak Timber is 15 units per day.

How it works: Each tree drops between 3 to 5 timber per full chop cycle. Generally, you can fully chop down about 3 to 5 trees before you hit the invisible wall.
What happens when you hit the limit? Your character will swing the axe, a “shield” visual effect will appear on the tree, and you will get a notification: “You have gathered enough Roaming Oak Timber for today. Come back tomorrow.”
Does it refresh instantly? No. You must wait for the server reset.

Server Reset Time

The timer resets at 00:00 UTC (Midnight Coordinated Universal Time). You need to convert this to your local time to maximize your farming. For example:

EST: 8:00 PM (Previous day) / 7:00 PM (Daylight Savings).
PST: 5:00 PM (Previous day) / 4:00 PM (Daylight Savings).
CET: 1:00 AM (Current day).

I personally set an alarm for 10 minutes before reset to ensure I’m at the grove the moment the servers flip, allowing me to grab my timber and then do my other daily tasks immediately after.

Efficient Farming Strategy

To maximize your yield and minimize your energy waste, follow this loop. This is the strategy I use every single day.

Preparation

Inventory Management: Make sure you have at least 10 free slots. Nothing is worse than having to drop valuable items because your inventory is full of low-level berries.
Energy Buff: Eat a “Hearty Stew” or “Energy Bar” before you go. Each chop costs 5 Energy. To get 15 timber, you need roughly 75 Energy. If your max energy is low, food is mandatory.
Tool Maintenance: Ensure your Iron Axe (or higher) is fully repaired. A damaged axe cuts slower and yields a 10% chance to produce “Scraps” instead of “Timber”.

The Route

Fast Travel to the Mystic Grove Save Crystal.
Check Point C (North Thicket) first. It’s usually the furthest and hardest to find. If the tree is there, chop it.
Move to Point A (Ruins). Check for the tree.
Move to Point B (River).
Server Hop Strategy (Advanced): If you are playing in a multiplayer world, some players suggest changing “World Instances” (if your version supports it) to find fresh trees if you hit the limit too early. Note: This often doesn’t work for Daily Limits as the limit is usually account-bound, not instance-bound, so don’t rely on this.

Energy vs. Yield Math

Let’s look at the math to see if it’s worth it.

Cost: 75 Energy (15 timber * 5 energy).
Sell Value: 15 timber * 50 Gold = 750 Gold (if sold, but don’t!).
Crafting Value: Used to make items worth 5000+ Gold.
Verdict: It is expensive energy-wise, but the ROI for Town Happiness and progress is massive.

Best Uses for Roaming Oak Timber

Since you are limited to 15 a day, you must spend them wisely. Don’t waste them on decorative fences that you can craft with Pine.

Priority 1: Storage Barn Upgrades

Your first 5 stacks (25 timber) should go towards upgrading your Storage Barn. You need the space to store the other materials you gather while waiting for the timber reset.

Priority 2: Workshop Upgrade Level 4

This requires 30 Roaming Oak Timber. It will take you 2 days of farming to save up for this. This upgrade unlocks the Sewing Station and Loom, which are critical for fabric-based crafting.

Priority 3: “Dreamy Bed” Blueprint

Once your production capabilities are up, focus on furniture. The Dreamy Bed restores 200% Energy when slept in. This reduces your need to buy energy food, effectively paying for itself over time. It costs 10 Roaming Oak Timber per bed.

Priority 4: High-Value Gifts

Some NPCs, specifically Artist Lily and Architect Tom, love Roaming Oak items. Gifting a polished Roaming Oak Statue gives a massive boost to relationship points, unlocking exclusive quests and blueprints.

Troubleshooting & Common Issues

I’ve seen a lot of players ask the same questions on the forums. Here are the solutions to the most common problems.

“I can’t find the quest!”

Solution: Double-check your level. You must be Level 12. Also, ensure you have finished the dialogue with the Mayor in the previous quest chain. Sometimes quest triggers get bugged if you skip dialogue too fast. Try restarting the game client.

“The tree won’t let me chop it!”

Solution: Check your axe. You need at least an Iron Axe. A Stone Axe will bounce off the Roaming Oak. The recipe for the Iron Axe is the reward for the “The Wandering Arborist” quest. If you lost it, you can buy a new one from the Blacksmith for 500 Gold.

“I hit my limit after 3 timber!”

Solution: This is a known bug reported in March. Sometimes the daily counter doesn’t reset properly due to server lag. Wait 15 minutes after the reset time and try again. If it persists, submit a ticket via the in-game Help menu, but usually, it resolves itself by the next day.

“Can my friends chop for me?”

Solution: If you are in a Co-op session, yes, friends can chop Roaming Oaks on your map. However, their daily limit applies to them, and your daily limit applies to you. They cannot chop 15 timber for you to bypass your cap. The cap is account-specific.

Community Insights and Meta Updates

I’ve been monitoring the official Heartopia Discord and Reddit (r/Heartopia) to see how the meta is shifting regarding Roaming Oak Timber.

Trading Rumors: There are rumors of a future update allowing players to trade Timber. If this goes live, Roaming Oak will likely become the currency of the rich. Stockpile it now while it’s easy to farm for yourself.
New Biome Tease: Developers teased a new biome, the “Crystal Forest,” which might contain a higher tier of wood (“Crystal Oak”). This could make Roaming Oak obsolete in late-late game, but for now, in 2026, it is the King of Woods.

FAQ’s

Does the Roaming Oak spawn every day?

Yes, Roaming Oaks respawn in the Mystic Grove every day at the server reset (00:00 UTC). However, they move to different spawn points within the grove, so you need to search for them.

What happens if I use a Gold Axe?

Using a Gold Axe or higher-tier tools increases your chance to obtain “Perfect” timber. Perfect timber counts as 1.5 units toward your daily limit, effectively giving you more wood per hit.

Why did my daily limit change from 10 to 15?

According to the Patch Notes for March 2026, the developers increased the cap from 10 to 15 to help players progress faster through the new Level 4+ crafting tiers.

Is Roaming Oak Timber affected by the “Rainy Day” bonus?

Yes. When it rains in Heartopia, all wood resource nodes have a 20% chance to drop extra timber. Farming Roaming Oak Timber during rain is highly recommended to maximize your daily intake..

Conclusion

Roaming Oak Timber is the gatekeeper to the mid-game content in Heartopia. While the daily limit of 15 can feel restrictive, understanding the spawn mechanics in the Mystic Grove and efficiently managing your energy will ensure you never fall behind in your upgrades.

Remember, the key is consistency. Hop on every day, do your run, and save that timber for the Storage Barn and Workshop upgrades first. Don’t waste it on cheap gifts or low-level decor.

Good luck out there, builders! May your axes be sharp and your groves full of wandering trees.