Split Rail Fencing

The most rustic fencing option. Made from rough-hewn logs, it provides a rugged, natural boundary.

Overview

More rustic and less formal than smooth ranch rail. The cheapest wood option available.

Every fence we build is customized to your property — these are the most popular styles we install.

Style illustrations shown for reference.

Fits the Colorado mountain aesthetic perfectly. Handles wind effortlessly.

Best Uses

Mountain properties, Rustic landscaping, Decorative boundaries

Available Heights

2-Rail, 3-Rail

Styles

Cedar, Treated Pine

Longevity

10-15 years depending on soil moisture.

How it's built:Posts with mortised holes are set in the ground (often without concrete), and the rails are slotted into the holes.

Maintenance required:Usually left untreated to weather naturally.

Often, split rail posts are just tamped with dirt and gravel to allow easy replacement and drainage, though concrete can be used.

Yes, welded wire mesh is commonly attached to split rail to contain pets.

Split rail is literally split from logs, so inconsistencies in thickness and shape are part of the rustic charm.

Find out exactly what split rail fencing will cost for your property.

Cost Factors: Very low cost per foot.