Sons Of The Forest GPS Locator [Definitive Guide]

The GPS locators are equipment that can mark any point on the surface, such that it can be seen from the map available throughout the game. If you are struggling to find it, then do not worry, as I will guide you each step of the way. 

Three GPS locators are scattered across the Sons of the Forest map. Purple dots mark these locations on the map. You can find all of them in the Northwestern portion of the map, in different biomes like the ocean, plain, and forest.

Hanged Man GPS Quest

1. The first GPS locator is easy to find because it does not require additional tools to scavenge it. It is present in the South of Maintainance A Digsite.
2. When you reach the marked location, you will see a man hanged by a rope on the cliff.
3. Climb the cliff top by finding a way around.

1. Cut the rope using the axe, and the man’s body will fall.
2. Go back to the body and loot it.
3. You will find the GPS locator along with some other essential loot items.

You will also find the following items in addition to the GPS locator. I will recommend you obtain these as these are crucial for survival.

• Rope
• Vodka Bottle x2
• Flashlight
• Energy Bar x2

Wooden Cross Grave GPS Quest

1. For the next GPS locator, go to the West of Beached Kayaks and the North of the Maintainance B Digsite.
2. There will be a wooden grave hidden in the grass.
3. The grave will have a wooden stick coming out of the ground with a piece of cloth on it.
4. A white stone will be placed at the foot of the grave.

1. To dig the grave, you will require a shovel.
2. The shovel is found in a cave in the middle of the map.
3. After acquiring the shovel, you can dig the grave and loot the items there, including the GPS locator and a shotgun.

Ocean Boat GPS Quest

1. The final GPS locator is in the ocean, South of the wooden cross grave.
2. The purple marker is placed on a boat in the ocean. Find the boat just a little from the beach and swim to reach the boat.
3. Once you reach there, you will see a dead body lying in the boat.
4. The GPS locator will be on the body, with a few flares and a pistol.

How To Use GPS Locator?

There are two main ways to use the GPS locator. Both are relevant to the marking and waypoint mechanism of the game.

To place a marker on the desired location on the map, follow these steps:

1. Go to the desired location and plant a stick on the ground.
2. Then, open your inventory and take out the GPS locator.
3. You will see an option to hover your GPS locator above the stick.
4. Afterward, you can place it on the stick, and a marker will become visible on this location on the map.

Sons of the Forest also allows you to place a GPS Locator on your companions, such as Virginia. Putting markers on your companions is helpful as it will give their location to you, and you can follow them for better guidance in case you get lost somewhere.

To place a marker on your companion, follow these steps:

1. Get close to Virginia and access your inventory.
2. Select the GPS Locator and hover over her.
3. Afterward, you can place it on her, and her location will be visible on the map.

One GPS locator can be used at one location or one companion at a time. If you wish to use it for some other place, you must remove it from the previous location.

To remove a GPS locator:

1. Go to the GPS locator’s location on the map.
2. Hover over the stick.
3. You will get the option to remove the GPS locator by pressing the C button.
4. Hence, using the same method, you can place it again in the exact location or some other area.

Is It Worth The Trouble?

Absolutely, the GPS locator will be crucial for survival, or I will insist on the game’s progression. I will advise beginners to start the hunt for the GPS locator as it will greatly assist in the challenges that approach them in mid-to-endgame. Also, you should never lack on the weapons or survival essentials like energy bar or gears to avoid a halt in progression. 

GPS also place markers on critical companions or regions of the map, and you can also set the waypoints for them. These markers help a lot if you cannot find your way back home or you want to save some location from exploring later in the game.

For more information on Sons of the Forest, read the relevant guides:

• Sons Of The Forest Armor.
• Sons of The Forest Best Settings.