Can You Sneak into Fort Zancudo in GTA 5?

Yes, it is absolutely possible to infiltrate the heavily guarded Fort Zancudo military base! While extremely difficult, sneaking into this restricted area grants access to rare weaponry, vehicles and equipment for the ultimate reward. As an expert GTA gamer, I‘ve compiled this comprehensive guide on various Fort Zancudo infiltration strategies for players of all skill levels. Let‘s get started!

Overview of Fort Zancudo

For those new to GTA 5, Fort Zancudo is a fictional United States Air Force base located in the desert outskirts of San Andreas. It is extremely well fortified, with continuous patrols by armed soldiers and military vehicles. Trespassing triggers an automatic 4-star wanted level.

However, successfully infiltrating Fort Zancudo gives you temporary access to military gear otherwise unavailable in GTA 5:

• P-996 LAZER jets – These cutting edge fighter jets are a blast to fly around the map.
• Rhino tanks – The heavyweight tanks pack a devastating punch.
• Military transport trucks – Useful for rampagingmissions .

Below I‘ve highlighted the optimal entry points identified by the GTA community over the years:

Credit: GTA Wiki

You can view an interactive version here.

Now let‘s explore popular infiltration strategies, from early to end game.

Early Game Entry Methods

When you first arrive in Blaine County, your options for sneaking past Fort Zancudo security are limited. But here are some paths better suited to early game characters:

1. Back Road Dirt Bike Jump

I recommend the classic dirt bike jump off the back road for newer players. Here are the steps:

• Acquire any dirt bike
• Approach the base via Raton Canyon Road
• Accelerate down the road and hit the ramp shown below

Credit: IGN

This will launch you over the fence onto the restricted runway. Quickly grab the nearest vehicle and evade incoming fire to escape the base! Timing the bike jump takes practice, so expect to die many times in the process.

2. Side Entrance Motorcycle Rush

Alternatively, approach Fort Zancudo from the east via the train tracks. Roughly halfway down the external border you‘ll notice damaged fencing:

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It‘s just wide enough to squeeze a motorcycle through and enter the base. You must quickly grab a parked vehicle before being overwhelmed. This route really tests your driving skills!

Mid Game Infiltration Tactics

After spending more time expanding your arsenal, you‘ll be ready to up the ante on infiltrating Fort Zancudo:

1. Aerial Insertion

Once you unlock the parachute, a great tactic is dropping into Fort Zancudo from high altitude. Here is the method:

• Fly any helicopter to max height directly above the base
• Leap out and parachute down, steering over the runway
• Cut parachute and immediately enter nearest jet
• Take off down the runway

If executed quickly, you‘ll be airborne before ground units can react. This tests your aerial precision!

2. Remote Distraction

Another fun strategy is distracting the guards instead of evading them outright. Here‘s how to pull it off:

• Call any contact like Lamar and request a mugger
• Have the mugger deployed outside Fort Zancudo‘s main entrance
• The commotion from the mugging will draw away nearby guards
• Seize the opportunity to hop the perimeter fence while defenses are distracted
• Quickly commandeer a Rhino tank or available helicopter in the confusion!

This unorthodox diversion tactic catches Fort Zancudo off guard.

End Game Infiltration Mastery

With max stats and access to powerful support options, veterans have many creative ways to consistently penetrate Fort Zancudo‘s formidable security:

1. Blitzkrieg Chopper Attack

If you‘ve unlocked Trevor‘s rampage ability plus explosive rounds and homing launchers, unleash absolute hell with this explosive chopper raid!

• Equip RPG, grenade launcher, minigun
• Activate Trevor‘s rampage for double damage
• Fly a helicopter over the base at high altitude
• Wreak havoc with explosive weapons, staying on the move
• Emergency land once smoked and clean up survivors on foot inside the base

This shock and awe siege demolishes external defenses so you can gain interior access.

2. Code 587 Distress Call

Through completing the Bail Bond side missions, you‘ll unlock special favors with the San Andreas law enforcement including the "Code 587" ability – redirecting cops away from your location.

• Initiate a Code 587 while standing outside Fort Zancudo
• This despawns the police helicopter that circles the base
• You now have a window to approach the main gate
• Toss sticky bombs onto the guard posts and detonate simultaneously
• In the ensuing chaos, sprint for the parked fighter jets!

With no aerial support, Fort Zancudo is caught off guard by this subterfuge.

And there you have it – the definitive guide to infiltrating the formidable Fort Zancudo! Let me know your own creative strategies in the comments. Stay tuned for more insider GTA 5 tactics and mission walkthroughs. Happy gaming!