Fishing
Choose a Freshwater or Coastal Fishing Spot
Water type affects which fish may be available, so choosing the spot is part of planning a useful rod run.
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Choose a Freshwater or Coastal Fishing Spot
An inland river or lake for freshwater fishing, or a coastal sea bank for saltwater fishing.
Before you go
- Simple or other usable fishing rod
- Hook
- Earthworm or other suitable bait
- Knife and cooking method
Farming steps
- Choose the water type that fits your route: inland freshwater or coastal saltwater.
- At shelter, confirm the rod, hook, and bait are all ready.
- Attach bait to the hook and take the kit to the selected bank.
- Fish using the in-game action while keeping watch over the approach.
- Recover any catch and process it with a suitable cutting tool.
- Cook the fish and check its condition before eating or carrying it onward.
- Leave by the planned route once you have enough food or the area becomes unsafe.
- Do not assume the same species or catch behavior across water types or servers.
- Keep the stop short and avoid exposed banks when the area is active.
Repeat, collect and use
Repeat on later trips with fresh bait and serviceable gear. Catch availability is variable, so do not rely on a guaranteed result.
Common mistakes
- Selecting a remote bank without an exit route: choose a spot you can leave safely.
- Expecting one water type to produce a fixed fish: treat catches as location-dependent.
- Carrying raw fish far from the shore: process and cook it before the return journey.
When to stop or switch
Stop when your food need is met, gear wears down, or you lose a safe view of the approach; switch to another source if conditions deteriorate.
Sources & fact checks
What you can get here
Open a guide to find other locations and see what the item is used for.