Alan Wake 2 is Remedy's return to the mysterious little town of Bright Falls. Alan Wake is still trying to escape the Dark Place after 13 years while Saga Anderson investigates a murder in the area. This sequel is a departure from the first as it's now a survival horror game. Players can expect more jump scares and puzzles as they unravel the strange looping story.
Saga can come across Cult Stashes throughout her investigation. These are boxes that the Cult of the Tree has hidden around the town. Each one requires a puzzle to unlock and contains valuable resources. This guide provides the solution to the Ranger Station Cult Stash located in Bright Falls.
Ranger Station Cult Stash Location
The Cult Stash can be found on a hill near the Ranger Station. Players can head west from the Wellness Center and around the coast if they've just finished "Return 5: Old Gods." The flooding in the area has receded, making it possible to traverse. Taken will be on this path.
If Alan Wake 2 fans decide to backtrack along the northern path, they can quickly cut through Billie's Boatyard by using the bolt cutters. Follow the trail down the coast to get to the stash. There will be enemies on the way there and near the stash, so players should be prepared for a fight.
Ranger Station Cult Stash Solution
The clue on top of the stash is some sort of strange red drawing that appears to be useless. Players should head down the hill to the Ranger Station. There is a nursery rhyme inside it to complete, as well as the solution to the cult stash.
Players should go to the entrance on the eastern side of the Ranger Station and move along the right side of the station, past the stairs.
Trace the wall until Saga reaches the corner where the building juts out. The Ranger Station Stash Key is hidden in this little corner. If Saga gets close enough to the key, it will be revealed on the map, making it easy to find. Players can then return to the stash and open it to find some helpful resources. The note inside is from a cult member who is angry at the confusing clue.
Alan Wake 2 is available now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.