Buy and Sell Logs in Ohio

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• All species - Red Oak to Cherry, veneer to pulp

Ohio contains approximately 7.9 million acres of forestland, concentrated primarily in the southeastern and south-central parts of the state — the Appalachian Plateau region known locally as "the hill country." Athens, Hocking, Vinton, Lawrence, and Gallia counties are the heart of Ohio's timber belt. The Wayne National Forest spans three separate units across the southeast and provides public-land timber sales that often set regional price benchmarks. Northern Ohio's lake plain and central farmlands are largely cleared, making southeastern Ohio the clear center of the state's logging industry.

Ohio's timber market benefits from a strong manufacturing base and excellent transportation infrastructure. Large hardwood sawmills include operations in the Chillicothe area, along U.S. Route 23, and near Marietta on the Ohio River. The state is a significant producer of Red Oak, White Oak, and Yellow Poplar for both domestic and export markets. The proximity to Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati creates demand for urban lumber, custom slabs, and specialty hardwoods. International buyers — particularly Korean and Chinese importers — actively compete for Ohio's high-grade Red Oak and White Oak saw logs.

Typical delivered log prices in Ohio range from $200–$350/MBF for Red Oak and Yellow Poplar, with White Oak and Black Walnut commanding substantially higher prices in select grades. Sugar Maple from the northeastern part of the state is a specialty market item with strong demand from flooring mills. Ash, though impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer, still moves at salvage prices, and loggers with standing dead Ash should move quickly before wood quality degrades.

• Compare Ohio River buyers vs. inland mills: Loggers in Lawrence, Gallia, and Washington counties can sell to buyers in both Ohio and West Virginia. The competition often lifts prices by $20–$50/MBF on White Oak and Walnut.
• Don't overlook your Ash inventory: While EAB has devastated Ash timber long-term, standing dead and recently killed trees within the first 2–3 years can still be milled. Contact local sawyers quickly before blue stain and checking devalue the logs.
• Farm-grown Black Walnut is worth a phone call to a veneer buyer: Ohio has significant Walnut in fence rows and open fields. These open-grown trees often have superior form and can bring veneer prices — contact veneer companies in Indiana and Kentucky for quotes.
• Wayne National Forest timber sale calendars set market floors: Monitor USFS timber sale results in the Wayne NF — these public auctions reflect true market values and give you a benchmark for negotiating with private buyers.
• Post on JMLogMarket before you call the mill: Listing your load publicly creates buyer competition. Even one extra call from a competing buyer can improve your final price.