Complete Rust Monuments Guide: Locations, Tiers, and Loot Spots
Rust monuments are essential locations for gathering loot and progressing in the game. Here's a comprehensive guide to all monuments and their tiers.
Tier 0 Monuments (No Radiation)
- Lighthouse: Coastal location with barrels and crates, ideal for solo players
- Oxum's Gas Station: Features recyclers, crates, and food boxes
- Abandoned Supermarket: Offers food, recyclers, and occasional military crates
- Mining Outpost: Basic recyclers and crates
- Junkyard: Scattered loot with low player traffic
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Tier 1 Monuments (Low Radiation)
- Harbor: Large area with recyclers and green card access
- Airfield: Two puzzle rooms, multiple crates, requires green card
- Water Treatment Plant: Military crates and green card puzzles
- Satellite Dish: Compact monument with recycler and green card requirements
- Dome: Parkour-focused monument with high-tier loot, no recyclers
Tier 2 Monuments (High Radiation)
- Launch Site: Elite crates, heavy radiation, frequent PvP
- Military Tunnels: Scientists and high-end loot
- Oil Rig: Accessible by boat/helicopter, excellent loot, heavy scientist presence
- Power Plant: Radiation-heavy with puzzle-based rewards
Key Tips:
- Start with Tier 0 monuments as a beginner
- Always carry appropriate radiation protection
- Progress gradually to higher tiers as you gather better gear
- Stay alert for other players, especially in high-tier monuments
Monument Facts:
- Best for Loot: Launch Site
- Most Challenging: Launch Site
- Best for Scrap: Oil Rig
- Highest Radiation: Power Plant (Tier 2)
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