Windrose Travelers Camp Second Chest: Dig Guide

The second chest at Windrose Travelers Camp is a buried treasure that you dig up, and its exact spot is under the large windmill on the camp’s east side, near the base of the wooden support beam facing the water. You need a shovel and a character with a geo or claymore attack to break the rocky mound that marks the dig spot; once broken, interact with the glowing point to claim the chest. This guide gives you the precise location, the steps to reach it, and what to do if the chest doesn’t appear.

Background: Why There Are Two Chests at Windrose

Windrose Travelers Camp, located in the Mondstadt region of Genshin Impact, is a small waypoint hub that players pass through early in the game. It has two notable chests: one is a common chest sitting openly near the campfire, easy to spot. The second is a buried chest, part of the game’s “digging” mechanic where a shimmering patch of dirt appears after you defeat nearby enemies or interact with the environment. Buried chests are common in Mondstadt and Liyue, and they usually contain a few primogems, some mora, and occasionally an adventure exp item. The second chest at Windrose is specifically tied to a small hilichurl camp nearby, and it rewards players who take a moment to explore rather than rush past.

How to Find the Second Chest: Step-by-Step

1. Teleport to Windrose Travelers Camp waypoint (the one on the small hill west of the camp).
2. Head east toward the large windmill structure—it’s the tallest landmark in the camp, with a broken wooden platform.
3. Look for a small pile of rocks at the base of the windmill’s main support beam, on the side facing the water (southeast). The pile is about the size of a character’s torso and has a slightly different texture from the ground.
4. Switch to a claymore or geo character (e.g., Noelle, Razor, or the Traveler with geo element) and hit the rock pile once or twice. It will break, revealing a glowing dig spot.
5. Equip a shovel—actually, you don’t need a shovel item; just press the interact button (F on PC, Y on controller, or tap on mobile) when the prompt appears.
6. Collect the chest that pops up. It’s a standard buried chest, usually common or exquisite rarity.

If you’ve already broken the rocks and dug the spot before, the chest won’t respawn—it’s a one-time reward. If you haven’t done it, the spot will be there regardless of your adventure rank.

Common Problems and Fixes

Problem: The rock pile isn’t there. This usually means you’ve already collected the chest in a previous session. Check your inventory for a common chest key or your achievement list; if you have the chest count, it’s done. Alternatively, the rock pile might be hidden behind a bush—try using a character with a sword to slash the grass around the windmill base.

Problem: The dig prompt doesn’t appear. Make sure you’ve broken the rocks first. If you haven’t, the prompt won’t show. Also, some players report that the prompt only appears when you’re standing exactly on the spot—try moving a step in each direction.

Problem: I broke the rocks but no chest appeared. This can happen if you broke the rocks with a character that has a lingering effect (like pyro) that might have triggered something else. Wait a few seconds; the chest should spawn after a short delay. If not, log out and back in—the game will reset the interaction.

What’s Inside the Chest?

The buried chest at Windrose Travelers Camp is typically a Common Chest, which gives:

• 2–5 Primogems
• 200–400 Mora
• A small chance of a 1-star or 2-star weapon or artifact
• Sometimes an Adventure EXP item (like a Wanderer’s Advice)

It’s not a high-value chest, but it contributes to your overall chest count for the Mondstadt region, which matters for the “Treasure Hunter” achievement and the Battle Pass missions that ask you to open a certain number of chests.

Comparison: Buried Chests vs. Other Chest Types

Buried chests are one of several chest types in Genshin Impact. Unlike puzzle chests (which require elemental reactions or time trials) or luxurious chests (which are larger and give better loot), buried chests are the simplest—just find the dirt spot and dig. They’re often overlooked because they don’t have a glowing marker until you’re close. The Windrose camp’s second chest is a classic example of a “hidden” chest that rewards exploration. Compared to the open chest near the campfire, the buried one is slightly more rewarding in terms of primogems per time spent, but it’s still minor in the grand scheme.

Safety and Etiquette in Multiplayer

If you’re in a co-op world, chests are shared—only one player can open a buried chest, and it disappears for everyone after that. If you’re helping a friend, let the host dig it up first. There’s no risk of losing the chest permanently; it’s tied to the world’s owner. Also, avoid using explosive barrels near the windmill—they can destroy the rock pile but also might cause you to miss the dig spot if the blast pushes you. No real safety concerns here, just common sense.

Alternatives: Other Buried Chests in Mondstadt

If you enjoy finding buried chests, there are several others in Mondstadt worth hunting:

• Near the Thousand Winds Temple, under a tree on the east side.
• At the base of the statue in Springvale, behind a bush.
• On the small island in Cider Lake, west of Mondstadt city.
• Just outside the domain at the top of Stormterror’s Lair (requires clearing some hilichurls).

Each follows the same pattern: look for a small rock pile, break it, dig, and collect. They’re all one-time rewards, so mark them off your map as you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need a specific character to dig?
No, any character can dig. The only requirement is breaking the rock pile, which requires a claymore or geo attack. If you don’t have one, use the Traveler (geo) or Noelle (if you have her).

Q: Can I get the chest again if I missed it?
No, chests in Genshin Impact are one-time rewards. If you’ve already collected it, it won’t respawn. You can check your achievement progress to see if you’ve opened it.

Q: Is the second chest the same as the one near the campfire?
No, the campfire chest is a separate, open chest that’s easy to see. The second chest is the buried one under the windmill—it’s hidden and requires digging.

Q: Does the chest respawn after a server reset?
No, buried chests do not respawn. Only certain enemy drops and resources respawn. Chests are a finite resource per account.

Q: What if the rock pile is not breaking?
Make sure you’re using a claymore or geo attack. Normal sword or polearm attacks won’t break it. Also, check that you’re hitting the pile directly—sometimes the hitbox is small.

Q: Is there a way to see buried chests on the map?
No, buried chests don’t show on the map. You have to find them by exploring or using an interactive map online. The in-game treasure compass (if you have it) can help, but it only works for nearby chests, not specifically buried ones.

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