How Many Total Discoverable Locations Are There in Skyrim?
As a passionate Skyrim fan and expert wanderer of its epic open world for over a decade, I can definitively say there are 670 unique discoverable locations scattered throughout the base game maps of Skyrim and Solstheim, not counting those added by official DLC and anniversary content. That‘s right – six hundred and seventy handcrafted dungeons, caves, ruins, and landscapes full of enemies to fight, lore to uncover, quests to complete, treasures to find, and adventure to be had!
The Breakdown on Skyrim‘s 670 Discoverable Locations
Out of the 670 total locations, 338 are marked on the map for fast traveling. But true explorers know that half the joy comes from stumbling onto the unmarked ones, like secluded grottos, forgotten dwarven ruins, a lighthouse haunted by long-dead sisters, or remote mountain passes where wandering warrior spirits test your skill in battle.
Of course, I make sure to always have the best gear equipped before setting out. That means armor I‘ve enchanted to bolster One-Handed damage, my trusty Daedric War Axe, and Accuracy-enhancing jewelry for any long-range Destruction magic or archery attacks.
Must-See Destinations for My Fellow Adventurers
I couldn‘t cover all 670 locales even in a long-read blog post, but let me shine the spotlight on a few that no passionate wanderer should miss:
Glacial Cave – Located in Northern Skyrim, this frigid cavern is home to Karstaag, an optional frost giant boss revered as the most challenging single enemy fight in the whole game. Get ready to use all your combat, magic, and alchemical prowess to take this behemoth down!
Bloodskal Barrow – Accessible only after solving a tricky moving-levers puzzle, this crypt hides the coveted Bloodskal Blade behind a locked grate. As a 2-handed sword with both melee and ranged power attacks, it‘s about as unique as Skyrim weapons get.
Alftand – Part of the main questline taking you through various dwarven ruins, Alftand stands out not just for its depths and ancient secrets, but for leading to the even more intriguing site of Blackreach: an entire subsurface world and city that could be its own zone.
And for Dragonborn DLCowners:
Severin Manor – A free player home granted upon completing the "Served Cold" questline. Customize and furnished this Raven Rock abode into your ideal dwelling during stays on Solstheim.
Hidden Peaks – Stumble upon spiraling stone towers and glacial valleys in this easy-to-miss remote corner of Solstheim‘s map. Fend off rieklings amidst the picturesque views!
| Location | Region | Description & Key Item(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Frostflow Lighthouse | Winterhold Coast | Haunted by dead sisters; unique displayable dagger |
| Bard‘s Leap Summit | The Reach | Leap from this cliffside with unpredictable results |
Still New Surprises After 10+ Years
Even after a decade since release, Skyrim continues to entrance. Its 670 handbuilt discoverable locations, enhanced by official DLC and creation club releases over the years, amount to more explorable square footage than most fantasy worlds twice its size. There are still players self-reporting new locale finds to this day!
So for anyone like me who has sunk 1000+ hours into Skyrim, take heart – there very well may be a new weapon resting at the bottom of some nondescript chest, or a hidden nook unveiled by manipulating that suspicious candlestick, even if you‘ve already uncovered 669 sites. With vast worlds like these, intrigue never fades. Just save often and keep on adventuring!
