Reviewed September 1, 2026

Sons of the Forest Bunkers Guide: Locations, Access & Progression

A Sons of the Forest bunkers guide covering how bunker locations connect to keycards, tools and story progression, with a cleaner route than visiting them randomly.

Quick answer

Do not treat every bunker as equally accessible. Several bunker routes make more sense after you have the right tool or access item, so follow progression instead of clearing locations randomly.

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Why bunker order matters

Bunkers are tied to more than loot. They can connect to keycards, tools and story steps, so arriving too early can create a dead-end trip.

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Prepare for bunker runs

  • Carry light, food and healing.
  • Bring key tools and access items from earlier progression.
  • Save before entering a long interior route.
  • Keep inventory room for unique pickups.

Use the map to reduce backtracking

Mark bunkers you cannot fully clear yet. Return after the required access item instead of repeatedly re-entering the same location.

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