Winter Burrow Efficient Resource Gathering
Master Winter Burrow efficient resource gathering strategies to maximize your expedition productivity. Learn optimal gathering routes, tool requirements, and respawn timings.
Plan Your Route
Circle back to burrow efficiently
Know Respawn Times
Resources respawn every 2-3 days
Mark Locations
Use map markers for rich nodes
Location
Meadows near starting burrow
Required Tool
None (hand gathering)
Gathering Efficiency
Most common crafting material. Essential for clothing and basic tools.
Location
Beech trees throughout forest
Required Tool
Axe (any tier)
Gathering Efficiency
Used for furniture and tools. Sandstone axe is sufficient initially.
Location
Rocky areas and riverbanks
Required Tool
None (hand gathering)
Gathering Efficiency
Required for all tool crafting. Abundant near water sources.
Location
Berry bushes near burrow
Required Tool
None (hand gathering)
Gathering Efficiency
Fast food source. Regrows regularly. Perfect for quick gathering.
Location
From wildlife encounters
Required Tool
None (drops)
Gathering Efficiency
Rare but valuable. Used for best-tier clothing. Found from friendly creatures.
Location
Oak and Pine trees (deep forest)
Required Tool
Iron Axe or better
Gathering Efficiency
Advanced material. Requires good gear and warmth supplies for access.
Circuit Gathering Route
Create a circular path from your burrow that hits multiple resource types, allowing you to gather everything in one trip. This is the foundation of Winter Burrow efficient resource gathering.
Tool Tier Optimization
Match tool quality to resource type. Don't use your best axe on basic twigs—save durability for hardwood.
Backpack Space Management
Fill inventory with high-value materials first. Drop low-value items if needed to make room for rare resources.