Sons of the Forest · Surface
Where to find the Shotgun
The shotgun delivers heavy close-range damage — ideal for cannibal ambushes and cave mutants. It's buried in a grave you dig up with the shovel.
In-game location — Inside graveOn the surfaceView exact spotLocation
Surface
What it does
Heavy close-range burst damage
You need
Shovel
Unlocks
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Where it fits in your run
Get first
This itemShotgun
ShotgunYou need these first
- ▸Shovel — the shotgun is buried in a grave you must dig out
How to get the Shotgun
- 1Bring the shovel — you'll need it to dig up the grave.
- 2Head to the location marked on our map.
- 3Dig up the grave to uncover the shotgun.
- 4Stock up on shells and use it up close on packs of cannibals and mutants.
Tips
- ·You need the shovel first — the shotgun is buried in a grave.
- ·It's devastating up close but weak at range; keep it for ambushes.
Shotgun — FAQ
Where is the shotgun in Sons of the Forest?
The shotgun is buried in a grave — bring the shovel to dig it up. Use the map link on this page for the exact grave location.
Do you need the shovel for the shotgun?
Yes — the shotgun is inside a grave, so you'll need the shovel to dig it out first.
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.