Among the formidable predators in Red Dead Online, cougars are notorious for their stealth and aggression. Tranquilizing or hunting them demands precision, as their hides fetch premium prices. Success hinges on strategic equipment and timing.

Prime cougar territories in Red Dead Online

These predators thrive in arid regions like New Austin’s deserts and West Elizabeth’s southwestern zones. Occasional sightings occur near Annesburg’s dense forests. Dawn hours often yield better results, with scent trails detected via Eagle Vision. Maintain vigilance—cougars ambush from foliage.

Cholla Springs highlands

Scout the elevated cacti-dotted terrain above the “Cholla” map marker. Cougars patrol these slopes near the boundary.

Rio Bravo’s open desert

Southeast of Benedict Point, vast sands allow clearer visibility. Approach cautiously—terrain advantages mean little against a charging beast.

Tall Trees’ western riverside

South of the Lower Montana River’s west fork, check ephemeral camps and the map’s southern fringe.

Blackwater’s southern coast

Two homesteads mark the starting point—scan the beaches and hinterlands for stalking shadows.

Aurora Basin’s northern woods

An oval-shaped clearing near the northwestern edge often hosts these predators amidst rocks and shrubs.

Kamassa River bend

Northwestern Annesburg’s winding riverbanks conceal cougars within dense tree cover. Uneven ground complicates shots.

Brandywine Drop’s estuary

Both riverbanks here attract cougars, though hilly vistas demand elevated shooting positions.

Annesburg rail corridors

Track cougars along the eastern rails, particularly near coastal bridges or the map’s eastern boundary.

Persistence is key—cougars may require extended searches. Prioritize high-powered rifles for clean kills, and use terrain to create defensive vantage points.