If you’ve ever noticed a random pile of sticks, dirt, or debris while exploring Palia, you’ve likely encountered a Rummage Pile. These mysterious piles, often left behind by chapaas, contain a variety of valuable rewards such as furniture recipes, crafting materials, and collectible items.
Beyond their loot value, Rummage Piles also play a role in certain quests, making them worth keeping an eye out for as you explore. With the release of the Elderwood expansion, even more spawn locations have been added, giving players extra opportunities to dig up hidden treasures.
How Rummage Piles Work
Each real-world day (resetting at 4 AM UTC), new Rummage Pile locations appear across Palia. Their spawn locations are the same for all players that day, but they change with each reset.
Players can find:
- 1 Rummage Pile in Kilima Valley
- 1 Rummage Pile in Bahari Bay
- Up to 2 Rummage Piles in the Elderwood
Looting them is straightforward — simply approach the pile and press the ‘Loot’ button. However, Elderwood Rummage Piles require you to use a hoe to dig them up before claiming the rewards.
Kilima Valley Rummage Pile Locations
In Kilima Valley, Rummage Piles resemble large mounds of sticks built by chapaas. They’re commonly found near Leafhopper Hills and the Mirror Pond Ruins, close to the Night Sky Temple.
Here are some common spawn areas:
- Point C-8 – By the dock (visible from the nearby riverbank).
- Point E-5 – In the fields east of the Daiya Family Farm.
Exploring these regions daily can yield unique rewards or even trigger quest-related interactions.
Bahari Bay Rummage Pile Locations
Bahari Bay Rummage Piles look slightly different, appearing as driftwood piles mixed with seaweed, planks, and posts—as if washed ashore. They typically spawn along beaches, particularly around Coral Shores and Beachcomber Cove.
Common spawn locations include:
- Point H-4 – On the beach near the Coral Shores fast travel station.
- Point G-8 – South of The Old Lighthouse at Beachcomber Cove.
Like in Kilima Valley, you can simply loot these piles directly without using tools.
Elderwood Rummage Pile Locations
The Elderwood region contains up to two Rummage Piles per daily reset. Unlike other zones, these are buried piles of dirt, sticks, and stones, often marked by small blue mushrooms or even artifact bags poking out from the top. You’ll need a hoe to dig them up and reveal their treasures.
Likely spawn locations include:
- Point E-7 – On the ledge above the path east of the Red Blossom Cave.
- Points A-4 to A-5 – Near the Prismbeard statue within Mauvais Way.
Because Elderwood Piles offer a higher loot rate and sometimes exclusive quest items, it’s worth visiting these areas each day to check for new spawns.
Tips for Finding and Looting Rummage Piles
- Check daily after reset (4 AM UTC) — spawn locations are refreshed and identical for everyone.
- Use your hoe in the Elderwood — other tools won’t work for those piles.
- Watch for chapaa habitats — they’re often near pile spawn areas.
- Explore scenic routes — some piles are tucked behind trees, cliffs, or near water sources.
Rummage Piles might look unassuming, but their rewards and role in quest progression make them a vital part of your daily Palia exploration routine. Whether you’re after crafting materials or hidden recipes, these chapaa-built piles are always worth digging into.
