Among the numerous missions provided by Arc Raiders’ traders, Digging Up Dirt stands out as a straightforward exploration task. Your goal is to find and scan a hidden ‘Dead Drop’ within abandoned structures to fulfill the objective.
This mission must be accomplished in one continuous session without needing to extract resources. Whether you successfully leave the area or perish afterward, the quest automatically completes. Below we outline the steps for finishing the Digging Up Dirt challenge.
Mission Objectives Breakdown for Digging Up Dirt

Assigned by trader Celeste, successful mission completion requires these two actions:
- Find Santa Maria Houses in Old Town’s ruins
- Identify the Dead Drop in the central courtyard area
Execution Steps for the Objective




Begin by traveling to Buried City and heading to the marked Santa Maria Houses, located between Town Hall and Plaza Rosa. Scale the second building indicated on your map and locate the rooftop access point. Descend carefully using available ziplines to avoid injury.
After entering the structure, proceed through interior openings until reaching a damaged wall leading to a central chamber. The Dead Drop appears as a glowing container in this space – interact with it to finalize the mission. You may then return to base to collect your compensation.
Mission Compensation
Successful completion grants players the following:




