How To Reach Castle Watering Hole In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Quick Links

How To Get To Castle Watering Hole

Navigation in Elden Ring differs greatly compared to other AAA games. What might seem like an optional path could lead to a completely new area that could otherwise remain unexplored, meaning you might miss out on entire massive regions if you don’t pay attention.

One such area is the Castle Watering Hole, which requires you to find hidden illusionary walls, pass through a waterfall, and get inside a coffin, among other tasks. Reaching this area can be confusing for many. Thankfully, the guide below details everything you need to do to reach Castle Watering Hole.

Elden Ring: All Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones In Shadow of the Erdtree

Discover locations of all Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones in Elden Ring DLCs. Defeat bosses and navigate treacherous paths to upgrade your weapons.

How To Get To Castle Watering Hole

elden ring main gate plaza site of grace

To get to the Castle Watering Hole, you will first need to reach the Main Gate Plaza Site of Grace, which you can do after defeating the optional boss, Golden Hippopotamus. It’s one of the tougher fights in Shadow of the Erdtree, so bring the best gear you have.

Once you have defeated the boss and unlocked the Site of Grace, head through the door to your northwest and ascend the staircase. Go up another two sets of stairs while avoiding the hidden enemies trying to kill you. Once you reach the dining hall with two Black Knight enemies, exit through the southeastern door and cross the bridge.

3:47

How to Get To Midra’s Manse in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Here’s how to navigate Abyssal Woods and find key areas in your Shadow of the Erdtree journey, including Midra’s Manse.

Continue eastward, passing the staircases going up and avoiding the enemies. Eventually, you should notice a ladder to your left. Use it to descend below and go through the waterfall to your right. Now, there should be another ladder in front of you. Descend further below and turn east. In the next room, turn to your southwest and strike the illusionary wall to make it disappear. Go through the newly appeared path and turn left at the very end.

Interact with the coffin in front of you, which should transport you to a new location. Head straight through the door in front of you. Congratulations, you have now reached the Castle Watering Hole. Be vary of the Furnace Golem in the area and don’t forget to interact with the Site of Grace to your left, so you don’t have to make that journey again.