Why Hidden Locations Matter
Hidden locations matter because many are not marked on the in-game map, making them easy to pass without noticing. They range from caves and tucked-away rooms to developer references and concealed objects. Knowing where to look can turn an ordinary trip between landmarks into a closer exploration of the map.
The Apocalypse Rising wiki defines unmarked locations as places not shown on the in-game map. These may be secret locations or simply areas considered too minor to receive a map marker.
This guide separates documented unmarked places from Easter eggs. Some locations are described in community videos as useful places to explore, while Easter eggs are hidden jokes, references, or objects placed by the developers.
| Type | What it means | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Unmarked location | A location not marked on the in-game map | Beaufort Cave |
| Secret area | A concealed or less obvious place to discover | Bunker |
| Easter egg | A hidden joke, reference, or object | Hidden playing cards |
| Event-exclusive Easter egg | An Easter egg tied to a specific event | Krusty Krab reference |
When searching, use visible landmarks first. Several documented locations are described in relation to places such as Ashland, Beaufort, University, Salem, the Observatory, Fishing Camp, and the Volcano.
- Check ordinary buildings for unusual cabinets, windows, hay bales, and ladders.
- Use named landmarks to narrow down nearby cliffs, shorelines, tunnels, and terrain openings.
- Treat community video descriptions as exploration pointers rather than guarantees of what will be available.
Unmarked Locations to Know
The wiki’s Unmarked Locations category lists 51 entries. The category does not provide directions or details for every entry, but it is a useful index for players who want to investigate map features beyond the standard markers.
| Unmarked location listed | Unmarked location listed | Unmarked location listed |
|---|---|---|
| 50s Diner | Ashland Cave | Ashland-Lockport Bridge |
| Beaufort Cave | Boat Club | Boat Ramp |
| Bunker | Canyon | Cliff Cave |
| Colosseum | Community Pool | Crater Lake |
| Death Pits | East Mackinaw Dock | Fairview Bridge |
| Fanatic Hideout | Gambling Den | Hotspring Resort |
| Huron Prepper's House | Killer's Cabin | Little Camp |
| Lumberjack Shack | Motel | Obsidian Room |
| Old Chapel | Prison Cave | Racetrack |
| Riverside Settlement | Smuggler Port | Soviet Cave |
| Trailer Park | Trapper's Shack | Veteran's Cave |
| VIP's House | Volcano | Yacht |
Other entries in the category include Apple Cider Warehouse, Bootlegger Crash, Fairview Bridge, Huron Shop, Huron Veteran House, L9 Tower, Mosin Tower, Power Substations, Relay Stations, Salem Veteran House, Shaggy's Shack, Soviet House, Wall of Flesh, and more.
A category listing is not necessarily a route guide. Treat it as a starting point: identify a name that interests you, then explore nearby terrain, buildings, or shorelines carefully. Caves, cabins, bridges, towers, and isolated structures are recurring names in the list, so they are natural areas to inspect.
Documented Hidden Areas
Community videos identify several areas that are either secret, concealed, or easy to overlook. Their descriptions are especially helpful because they tie locations to well-known landmarks.
| Area | Landmark or region | How it is described |
|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse cave | Behind Lighthouse, below Ashland | A small opening in a mountain divot between the house and lighthouse |
| Bunker barn | Near University | A bunker entrance hidden behind the larger hay-bale area in a barn |
| Infected prepper house | Ashland suburbs | A two-tone house near the church and school with a concealed room in a cabinet |
| Lumberyard room | Lumberyard | A room accessed through a window by climbing pillars |
| Fishing Camp hideout | Between Observatory and Fishing Camp | A cliffside cave reached by a ladder |
| Beaufort cave | Beaufort tunnel area | A concealed passage opened from a power panel, with another entrance through a tree-hidden hole |
The Lighthouse cave is described as being behind the Lighthouse, under Ashland. A player heading down the mountain between the nearby house and lighthouse can look for a small divot-like opening. The video characterizes it as secret, even though it is not presented as a major destination.
The bunker barn is near University. Inside the barn are two hay-bale groups; the larger one toward the back corner conceals a bunker entrance. The source describes a small bunker area with infected and loot. Since the entrance is inside an ordinary barn, it can be missed during a quick pass through the area.
In the Ashland suburbs, the infected prepper house is described as a two-tone, double-decker house near the church and in front of the school. A cabinet upstairs opens into a secret room. The video also notes a figure performing Gangnam Style inside the room.
At Lumberyard, a building contains a room that cannot be entered normally. The video’s route uses the exterior pillars to reach a window. This is a good example of a hidden location that depends on noticing an unusual access path rather than finding a cave entrance.
The Fishing Camp hideout is described as a small cave on a cliff between the Observatory and Fishing Camp. A ladder provides access. The source mentions a gun crate and calls out the view, so it is worth checking while moving along that coast.
Beaufort’s Concealed Cave Routes
Beaufort receives the most detailed hidden-area coverage in the supplied sources. One video calls the area the “Beaufort Cultist Cave,” while another calls it the “Beaufort Executioner’s Cave.” Both describe a secret route associated with the Beaufort tunnel and a right-side power panel.
| Route or feature | Direction from the sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnel-panel route | Enter the Beaufort tunnel and use the right power panel | Opens a secret door or passage |
| Tree-hidden route | Use a small hole surrounded by thick trees | Another entrance to the cave area |
| Rear camera room | At the back, take the left door and use the left wall opening | A concealed room in the cave route |
| Water route | Swim through water toward a cave or mine entrance | Described as another way into the area |
The tunnel route starts near Beaufort’s western side, close to the military tents in one video description. Inside the tunnel, look for two power panels. The right panel is identified as the one that activates the hidden route.
The cave is described as containing infected and rooms at the back. One source mentions bedrooms and loot, while another describes bags, guns, and a possible trauma kit in the hidden camera room. These details come from player-made videos, so availability may vary from visit to visit.
At the far end of the cave route, one video describes doors on both sides. Taking the left door leads to wall openings; interacting with the left opening reveals a small camera room. The room then loops back toward the earlier cave route.
The alternate entrance is described as a small hole hidden by thick trees, with a shed and red houses serving as nearby visual references. Another account describes entering through water toward a cave-mine opening. If the tunnel mechanism is difficult to locate, these descriptions provide alternative ways to search the surrounding terrain.
- Start with the tunnel route if you can identify the two power panels.
- Search the nearby terrain for the tree-covered opening if the panel route is hard to follow.
- At the rear of the cave, inspect the left-side route for the concealed camera room.
Easter Eggs and Hidden Objects
Easter eggs are separate from practical hidden areas. The wiki describes them as developer-hidden jokes, references, or even simple hidden objects. They can reward careful observation even when they are not the main reason to visit an area.
| Easter egg | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 of Hearts | University | A hidden playing card |
| Queen of Clubs | Barn on northern Faris Island | A hidden playing card |
| Jack of Hearts | Red house between Salem and Power Plant | A hidden playing card |
| 8 of Hearts and Jack of Spades | Green house west of Gambling Den | Two cards at one location |
| Hidden toilet | Beneath the Volcano under the map | Viewable only by glitching |
| Hidden coffins | Small islands north of Eden | A set of coffins |
| Tiny Tank | Under a desk at University | Reference to “Tiny Tanks!” |
| Chum Bucket | A house by Salem | A miscolored fishtank with the general shape present |
| Snake's Box | Naval Air Station garage | An upside-down box where the Infected Legendary Mercenary spawns |
| Krusty Krab | Semi truck deep in the Hive during The Drying | A crab trap reference in a fishtank |
The playing cards are a straightforward collection of hidden-object discoveries. University has a 5 of Hearts, while northern Faris Island has a Queen of Clubs in a barn. The red house between Salem and Power Plant contains a Jack of Hearts.
West of the Gambling Den, a green house contains both an 8 of Hearts and a Jack of Spades. The wiki specifically notes that this location differs from the other card sites because it has more than one card.
The Tiny Tank is beneath a desk in University and references a game called “Tiny Tanks!” that Gunsmanak worked on. The Chum Bucket is a fishtank in a house by Salem, while Snake’s Box is an upside-down box in the Naval Air Station garage connected to the Infected Legendary Mercenary spawn location.
The Krusty Krab reference is event-exclusive. During The Drying, it could be found in a semi truck deep within the Hive, where a fishtank contained a crab trap resembling the Krusty Krab and a road sign to its left.
FAQ
What are Apocalypse Rising 2 hidden locations?
Apocalypse Rising 2 hidden locations are places not marked on the in-game map, along with concealed rooms, caves, and lesser-known areas documented by the community. They can be secrets or locations that were not important enough to receive a map marker.
Where is the Lighthouse cave?
It is described as behind the Lighthouse, under Ashland, in a small mountain opening between a house and the lighthouse.
How do I enter the hidden Beaufort cave?
The supplied videos describe using the right power panel inside the Beaufort tunnel to open a secret route. They also describe an alternate entrance through a small tree-hidden hole.
Are Easter eggs the same as unmarked locations?
Not always. An unmarked location is absent from the map, while an Easter egg is a hidden joke, reference, or object. Some Easter eggs are found in known locations, such as University or houses near Salem.