Ladder Tree Stand Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about ladder tree stand plans. The project features detailed instructions for building a 18′ ladder tree stand. If you are looking for easy to follow instructions and diagram for building a deer tree stand, this is the project to follow. Make sure you take a look over the rest of plans to see alternatives and more projects for your garden.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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Ladder Tree Stand Plans

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• A – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 220″ long, 10 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 23 1/4″ long LEGS
• B – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 96″ long, 2 pieces – 23 1/4″ long 2xFRAME
• C – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 67 1/4″ long BRACES
• D – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 31 3/4″ long, 2 pieces – 17″ long, 2 pieces – 26 1/4″ long, 4 pieces – 41 1/2″ long RAILS
• E – 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 23 1/4″x26 1/4″ long, 1 piece – 26″x30 1/4″ long BACKREST

• 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 20′
• 7 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 8′
• 6 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 1 piece of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
• 200 pieces of 3″ screws
• 30 pieces of 6″ lag
• corner connectors

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

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Building a tree deer stand

Building the ladder

The first step of the project is to build the actual ladder for the tree stand. Use 4×4 pressure treated lumber for the posts (220″ long) and 2×4 lumber for the steps. If you buy 20′ long beams and you want to build a permanent stand, you could set the posts into the ground for 20″. Otherwise, cut the beams to size. Drill pilot holes through the slats and secure them to the posts using 3″ decking screws.

Building the horizontal frames

Next, build the horizontal frames for the stand from 4×4 lumber. Cut the components at the right dimensions, using the information from the diagram. Align the edges with attention and make sure the corners are square. Use corner connectors to lock the components together.

Assembling the frame of the tree stand

Fit the horizontal frames to the ladder and to the tree, as shown in the plans. Use a spirit level to make sure the ladder is plumb and to check if the frames are horizontal. Use 6″ lag screws to lock the frames to the ladder and to the tree.

Building the braces

Build the braces for the deer stand from 4×4 lumber. Cut both ends of the braces at 45 degrees.

Fitting the braces

Fit the braces to the deer stand, as shown in the plans. Drill pilot holes and insert 5″ screws to lock the braces to the framing. Make sure the corners are right-angled before inserting the screws.

Fitting the rail supports

Fit the vertical 2×4 supports to the frame of the deer stand, as shown in the plans. Use a spirit level to plumb the supports before locking them to the frame. Drill pilot holes before inserting the 3″ decking screws into the frame.

Fitting the rails

Next, attach the railings to the supports. Use 3″ decking screws to lock the components to the supports. Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws, to prevent the wood from splitting.

Fitting the seat supports

Fit the 2×4 supports to the frame of the deer stand. The components will support the floor and the seat. Drill pilot holes and insert 3″ decking screws.

Seat and floor

Build the floor and the seat from 3/4″ plywood. Use a saw to make the notches to the plywood sheets. Smooth the cut edges before attaching the sheets to the frame.

Fitting the seat

Attach the sheets to the frame, as shown in the plans. Use 1 1/4″ screws to lock the plywood sheets into place. Leave no gaps between the components for a professional result.

Ladder Tree Stand Plans

After assembling the tree ladder deer stand, you should make sure the joints are durable and rigid.

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The deer stand seen from another angle.

Ladder Tree Stand Plans

Fill the holes with wood putty and let them dry out for a few hours. Smooth the surface with 100-200 grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth. Apply a few coats of stain or paint to protect the stand from the elements.

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