how to find extraction points in tarkov
To find extraction points in Tarkov, first press O twice in raid to see which extracts are available for that run, then match those names to a map of the same location. Common clues include gate names, roadblocks, car extracts, green smoke, flares, or highlighted exit areas on a map.
How to spot them
- Use a detailed map for the raid location and look for the extracts listed on your screen.
- Learn major landmarks first so you can orient yourself fast, then head toward the matching extract name.
- Some extracts need a key, power, a paid vehicle, or a special item, so a marked exit on a map may still be unusable until the condition is met.
Practical routine
- Open the map for the exact location you loaded into.
- Press O twice to check your current extracts.
- Identify your spawn side using big landmarks.
- Move toward the matching extract and watch for visual cues like signs, vehicles, flares, or smoke.
- If an extract doesn’t work, assume it has a condition you haven’t met yet.
Faster learning
- Run offline raids to memorize routes without risking gear.
- Use scav runs to learn map flow and landmarks more safely.
- Keep a second monitor or phone map open while learning a new map.
What trips players up
A lot of new players assume every exit is always open, but Tarkov uses conditional extracts a lot, so the same map can give different usable exits depending on your spawn and raid state. That is why “I found the spot, but it still won’t extract” is a common early-game problem.
Quick example
On Customs, you might see extracts like Crossroads, Trailer Park, or RUAF Roadblock on your list, but only some will be active for your raid and some may need specific conditions. If you spawn near one side of the map, the opposite-side extracts are often the ones you need to move toward.
