ARK: Survival Ascended & Evolved Maps
Resource Maps, Spawn Maps & Explorer Maps
ARK: Survival Ascended Interactive Maps
Welcome to our interactive maps for ARK: Survival Ascended. These maps help both new and veteran players navigate the diverse environments of ARK. Find resource locations, creature spawns, explorer notes, and add custom markers to enhance your survival experience.
Official Maps Overview
The Island
The original ARK map with diverse biomes including forests, mountains, swamps, and snow regions. Rich in basic resources and featuring a variety of creatures.
Key features: Varied environments, basic resources, diverse creatures, and artifact caves.
Scorched Earth
A harsh desert environment with extreme heat, limited water, and electrical storms. Features unique desert creatures and resources.
Key features: Desert biome, silk and oil resources, Wyverns, and challenging weather.
Aberration
A damaged ARK with underground settings: radioactive surface, bioluminescent forests, and element-infused depths.
Key features: Underground biomes, radiation zones, plant species Z, Rock Drakes and Reapers.
The Center
An expansive map approximately 70% larger than The Island, with floating islands, underground worlds, and vast oceans.
Key features: Massive size, unique landscapes, extensive cave systems, and diverse creatures.
Extinction
Set on a devastated Earth with ruined city, desert dome, and snow dome biomes. Features corrupted creatures and unique challenges.
Key features: Post-apocalyptic setting, corrupted creatures, titan bosses, and element dust.
Astraeos
One of the newest additions to ARK: Survival Ascended with unique biomes and resources.
Key features: New biomes, unique resources, exclusive creatures, and exploration opportunities.
Map Features
Toggle resources on/off to find what you need for crafting and building.
Search for specific creatures to find taming opportunities or avoid dangerous areas.
Discover ARK's lore and earn XP boosts by finding explorer notes.
View possible spawn locations to plan your starting position.
Add your own markers for bases, taming pens, or resource-rich areas.
Zoom, pan, and view coordinates to pinpoint exact locations.
Quick Tips
Use resource toggles to plan efficient gathering routes.
Choose locations with good resource access and safety from predators.
Check creature spawns and prepare appropriate resources before hunting.
Plan routes to collect multiple explorer notes in a single journey.
Find safer routes to dangerous resource areas like Crystal, Metal, and Obsidian.
FAQ
Our maps are regularly updated to match the current game version, with locations based on game data and community verification.
Yes, toggle the Explorer Notes feature to see all marked collectibles.
Add a custom point and use 'Copy Map Link' to create a shareable URL.
Cave entrances are marked. For detailed layouts, check our dedicated cave guides.
We update after significant game changes to ensure accuracy.
Have suggestions or noticed inaccuracies? Join ourDiscord communityto provide feedback and connect with other ARK survivors.