Grassrivers
Inspired by: The Florida Everglades, the largest subtropical wetland system in the U.S.
Grassrivers is the wetland region of GTA VI, inspired by Florida's Everglades. It occupies the southwestern part of Leonida and features swamps, slow-moving rivers, mangroves, and flooded plains. Rockstar calls it “the untamed jewel in Leonida’s crown” and warns: “Alligators are the most famous attraction.” It is the most hostile natural environment on the map.
What is Grassrivers in GTA VI?
Grassrivers is Leonida’s largest natural region and its most hostile ecosystem. The official description—“welcome to the wetlands, the untamed jewel in Leonida’s crown”—sets the tone: this isn’t a nature theme park; it’s wilderness. It covers the southwestern part of the map (Mariana County), and navigating it requires specialized vehicles.
What was shown in the trailers?
Trailer 1 showed Grassrivers in two iconic shots: an airboat speeding through the canals, and a flock of pink flamingos alongside several alligators in the foreground. These shots confirm that airboats are a new vehicle class and that alligators are an active part of the ecosystem. Airboat fishing and wildlife viewing also appear to be possible activities.
Are there human settlements?
Watson Bay appears on the community map as the main inhabited area in Grassrivers, though Rockstar has not provided details. The overall tone suggests small, remote settlements rather than urban centers.
What is NOT confirmed?
The exact size of the area, whether it shares blurred boundaries with the Leonida Keys (both in Mariana County), the businesses in Watson Bay, and how alligator hunting works.
Notable locations
Frequently asked
Is Grassrivers the Everglades of GTA VI?
Yes. It is a fictional depiction of South Florida's largest wetland system: floodplains, slow-moving rivers, mangroves, cypress trees, and subtropical wildlife.
Can alligators attack the player?
They are visually confirmed in the trailer, and Rockstar refers to them as "the most famous attraction." Given the history of aggressive animals in GTA V and RDR2, it's very likely that they'll be dangerous in the water.
Can you get to Grassrivers by car?
Airboats are the main mode of transportation in the area. Land access will be limited in the most swampy areas, just like in the real Everglades. Rockstar has not confirmed whether there are any roads crossing the region.