Sons of the Forest · Cave
Where to find the Rifle
The rifle is one of the strongest ranged weapons in the game — great for dropping mutants before they reach you. It's found in the hands of a dead soldier inside a cave.
In-game location — In hands of dead soldierIn a caveView exact spotLocation
Cave
What it does
Top-tier long-range damage vs mutants
You need
No tools
Unlocks
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How to get the Rifle
- 1Go to the cave marked on our map.
- 2Inside, find the dead soldier — the rifle is in his hands.
- 3Grab it, and collect rifle ammo from nearby bodies and bunkers.
- 4Use it to pick off dangerous mutants like Armsy from range.
Tips
- ·Ammo is limited — save the rifle for tough mutants and bosses.
- ·Pair it with a scope or suppressor if you find the attachments.
Rifle — FAQ
Where is the rifle in Sons of the Forest?
The rifle is inside a cave, held by a dead soldier. Use the map link on this page to find the exact spot.
Is the rifle good in Sons of the Forest?
Yes — it's one of the best ranged weapons, ideal for hitting mutants and bosses from a safe distance before they close in.
Related items
Location from the open-source Sons of the Forest map (th.gl) (MIT). Full walkthrough on the Sons of the Forest Wiki. PinDrop is fan-made and not affiliated with Endnight Games.