Old School RuneScape (OSRS) now features ironwood trees, a high-level woodcutting method introduced alongside the Sailing update. These trees provide an AFK-friendly way to train Woodcutting while collecting logs for experience, profit, or construction with RS gold, making them a popular choice for both main and Ironman accounts.

Requirements and Access
To access ironwood trees, players must first travel to Sunble Bleak Island, which requires level 72 Sailing. Additionally, a minimum 80 Woodcutting level is needed to chop the trees. For Ironman accounts, this method is especially valuable because it allows you to train efficiently while gathering logs for construction or profit.
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Preparing the Island
Once you arrive at Sunble Bleak Island, you’ll need to build a few essential facilities. The island allows the construction of three items: a water pump, a cooking pot, and a bank chest. Among these, the bank chest is the most important, as it allows you to store your ironwood logs without needing to drop them.
To build a bank chest, you’ll need:
· 70 Construction
· 1 Magic Stone
· 2 Copper Nickel Bars
· 2 Adamant Bars
· 4 Ironwood Planks
For Ironman accounts, this typically means chopping some ironwood logs first and converting them into planks before you can complete the bank chest. While building the chest can be resource-intensive initially, it significantly increases AFK efficiency and allows you to bank logs safely.

Recommended Gear
For maximum efficiency, bring the following items:
· Dragon Axe (or your best available axe)
· Full Lumberjack Outfit (for the woodcutting bonus)
· Sailor’s Amulet (to teleport to Deep Fin Point)
· Max Cape (optional, but convenient)
· Log Basket (optional; helpful if you want to carry extra logs)
The log basket isn’t strictly necessary because the bank chest is very close to the trees, making it easy to deposit logs frequently without interrupting your AFK session.

Traveling to Sunble Bleak Island
Start by teleporting to Deep Fin Point using your sailor’s amulet. From there, board a boat to Sunble Bleak Island. Once you arrive, disembark and build your facilities. The bank chest should be your first priority, followed by the cooking pot and water pump if you plan to use them.

Chopping Ironwood Trees
Sunble Bleak Island hosts 14 ironwood trees, scattered across the area. For AFK efficiency, focus on trees closest to the bank chest. Simply click a tree to start chopping and repeat as logs respawn.
Each ironwood tree falls after roughly 400 ticks (4 minutes of chopping). At level 99 woodcutting using a dragon axe, you can expect around 75,000 XP per hour, and this can increase to 100,000 XP per hour with a crystal felling axe and additional boosts like Forager’s Rations.
AFKing is straightforward: click a tree, wait for it to fall, then deposit the logs in the bank. The process is smooth and requires minimal attention, making it ideal for long training sessions.

Profit and Experience
Ironwood logs are moderately profitable. During a one-hour AFK session, players with level 99 woodcutting can bank around 417 logs, netting roughly 62,000 GP at current market prices. While not a massive money-maker, this method provides a reliable combination of steady XP and moderate profit. Additionally, ironwood logs can be used for construction or other skills in the future, further increasing their value.

Why Ironwoods Are Worth It
Compared to redwood trees, ironwoods offer a more AFK-friendly experience. There’s no need to run back and forth between the bank; everything can be managed in close proximity. From level 80 woodcutting until redwoods are unlocked, ironwoods are a highly efficient option, making them one of the best training methods for both main and Ironman accounts.

In conclusion, ironwood trees are a versatile and efficient woodcutting method that combine solid experience rates with minimal attention requirements and moderate profit potential. Whether you’re chasing 99 Woodcutting, banking logs for construction with OSRS Boosting, or just looking for a chill AFK session, Sunble Bleak Island is now the place to be.