Top Red Gem Farming Methods
x
#2
Metal PickPick1.25x
Element Gem Nodes
2–11
avg 6
#3
Mining DrillPick3x
Gargoyle Statues
0–11
avg 6
#5
Metal HatchetHatchet
Element Gem Nodes
0–7
avg 3
#6
Stone PickPick1.25x
Element Gem Nodes
0–5
avg 2
Node yields assume the base harvest HP from game data (e.g. 1000 for Redwood trees, 620 for Metal nodes). In-game, trees and rocks with bAllowHarvestHealthScalinghave per-instance HP that varies with the node's size, so actual yields per node will vary. The values shown represent the average.
Where to find:
548 harvestable nodes across 5 maps · 3 node types
264 nodes
Gem Element 01
AberrationGenesisGenesis Ocean
191 nodes
Power Element 02
AberrationAstraeosValguero
93 nodes
Power Element 01
AberrationAstraeosValguero
Best Tool for Red Gem
Full Rankings
Melee Levels
30Tamed levels invested in Melee Damage. More melee = more resources per hit. Max 73 levels after taming.
| # | Creature | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Ankylosaurus | 2x | - |
| 2 |  PhoenixFly | 2x | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dino for Red Gem in ARK: Survival Ascended?
The Ankylosaurus is the best Red Gem farmer with a 2x gather multiplier from game data. The Phoenix is the runner-up with 2x.