Oak Fence
Oak Fence is a 1.5-block-tall barrier mobs cannot jump over — six planks and two sticks make three fences.
Description
Fences automatically connect to adjacent fences, fence gates, and most solid blocks, forming continuous barriers that follow the layout of placement without manual rotation. A matching fence gate (four sticks and two planks per gate, one gate per recipe) snaps into the line and provides a passable opening that opens with right click or a redstone signal. Different wood species can be mixed in the same line — connections work between any wood family, including Nether woods like Crimson and Warped — but wooden fences never connect to nether brick fences. The block burns in fire and lava.
Block properties
| Item ID |
minecraft:oak_fence
|
|---|---|
| /give command |
/give @p minecraft:oak_fence
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| Stackable | Yes (64) |
| Best tool | Axe |
| Renewable | Yes |
| Hardness | 2 |
| Blast resistance | 3 |
Guide
How to use Oak Fence in Minecraft builds
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Craft the fence
Place four Oak Planks in the left and right columns and two Sticks in the centre column of the crafting grid — this yields three Oak Fences per craft.
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Build an animal pen
Enclose the area with Oak Fence, leaving a one-block gap for the gate. Oak Fence is 1.5 blocks tall for collision, so no vanilla farm animal will escape by jumping — no roof needed.
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Add a gate
Craft an Oak Fence Gate using four Sticks in the outer columns and two Oak Planks in the middle column of the crafting grid — one gate per craft. Place it into the gap in the fence line; it snaps flush automatically.
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Connect fences automatically
Oak Fence connects to any adjacent Oak Fence, other wooden fences, fence gates, and most solid blocks without manual rotation. Arrange placement and the visual connection updates in real time.
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Use as a decorative element
Place Oak Fence on top of stone walls or pillars to create railings, lamp-post bases, or rustic barriers. A Torch placed on top of a fence post creates a classic village lamp-post look.
All wooden fences — including Crimson and Warped — connect to each other; it is nether brick fences that never connect to wooden fences. Plan mixed-material designs accordingly.
How to craft this block
Frequently asked questions
How tall is an Oak Fence in Minecraft?
Oak Fence looks one block tall, but its collision box is 1.5 blocks high — tall enough that most mobs cannot jump over it without a slab, stair, or another block to boost from.
Can mobs jump over an Oak Fence?
Most mobs cannot jump over a standalone Oak Fence without a jump-boosting effect. A slab or stair placed adjacent to the outside of the fence lets mobs use it as a stepping stone, and spiders simply climb the fence like any other wall.
Do Oak Fences connect to other wood types?
Yes — Oak Fence connects to all other wooden fences, including Birch, Spruce, Jungle, Acacia, Dark Oak, and the Nether woods Crimson and Warped, as well as fence gates and solid blocks. Only nether brick fences never connect to wooden fences.
How do I add a gate to an Oak Fence?
Craft an Oak Fence Gate using four Sticks in the outer columns and two Oak Planks in the middle column of a crafting table — one gate per craft. Place it in a one-block gap in your fence line; it aligns automatically and opens with right-click or a redstone signal.
Can Oak Fence burn?
Yes. Oak Fence is a wooden block and is flammable. Fire or lava will ignite it. In fire-prone environments, use stone walls or nether brick fences, which are non-flammable.
Can I put objects on top of an Oak Fence post?
Yes. Torches and redstone torches can be placed on top of Oak Fence posts. This is a common technique for building decorative lamp posts.
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