Arc Raiders Stella Montis Map Guide: Hot Drops, Bunkers & Safe Extractions 2025
Complete interactive Stella Montis breakdown: every bunker, high-tier loot spawn, ice slide rotation, third-party choke points & safest extraction paths. Updated November 28, 2025 – works perfectly with Cold Snap snowfall.
Stella Montis Full Map Guide 2025 – All Bunkers, Loot Spawns & Extraction Routes
- Stella Montis is the biggest & most vertical map in Arc Raiders – 3 layers of bunkers, ice caves and mountain peaks.
- Contains 68% of all purple/gold loot spawns – but also the highest third-party rate in the game.
- Blizzards hit 40% of the time during Cold Snap – use ice slides to rotate faster than anyone else.
Top 5 Hot Drop Locations (Highest Loot + Highest Risk)
| Rank | Location | Loot Tier | Avg. Players | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Observatory | Purple/Gold | 12–18 | Fast purple weapons & keycards |
| 2 | North Peak Bunker Alpha | Gold | 10–14 | Guaranteed legendary crate |
| 3 | Ice Cave Vault | Purple | 8–12 | Safe early loot + quick extract |
| 4 | South Ridge Labs | Purple | 9–15 | High-tier armor & meds |
| 5 | Radio Tower | Blue/Purple | 6–10 | Best rotation control |
Safest Extraction Routes (Post-Cold Snap)
Route A (North) → Ski Slope Ice Slide → West Extract (8 (60s timer, low traffic) Route B (Central) → Observatory Zipline → Hidden Cave Extract (blizzard cover) Route C (South) → Labs Tunnel → South Extract12 (most contested – avoid unless full squad)
Third-Party Avoidance & Rotation Tips
- Never fight in the open during snowfall – use ice slides to flank from high ground.
- Observatory roof = god spot: 360° vision + zipline escape.
- Bunker Alpha has 3 entrances – always pre-nade the stairs.
- Listen for ice footsteps – they’re 2× louder than normal ground.
Best Loadout for Stella Montis
- Primary: Aphelion BR or Shredder AR (range + snow penetration)
- Secondary: Matriarch SMG (CQC in bunkers)
- Armor: Cold-resistant purple set + traction boots
- Utility: 2× heat flares + 1 keycard
Verdict: Drop Hot, Extract Rich
Stella Montis rewards aggression and map knowledge. Know the spawns, master ice slides, and you’ll extract gold every raid. Add loot ESP and you’ll never miss a legendary crate again.
Stella Montis Map Guide – Frequently Asked Questions
1 Where is the best hot drop on Stella Montis?
Central Observatory – 80% chance of purple+ weapons within 60 seconds.
2 Which extraction is safest during blizzard?
West Extract8 via Ski Slope ice slide – almost no traffic.
3 How do you rotate fast in snowfall?
Ice slides + traction boots = 20% speed boost with full control.
4 Best spot for third-partying?
Observatory roof – full map vision + instant zipline escape.
5 Need to see loot through snow & walls?
Yes – get it here: Arc Raiders Lite