GTA 6 Confirmed Locations
Explore all confirmed counties, areas, and cities in the state of Leonida from the official GTA 6 trailers and details.
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The state of Leonida in GTA 6 is a massive reimagining of the state of Florida, covering Vice City and the surrounding counties. From the neon-lit streets of Vice Beach to the deep swamps of Grassrivers and the industrial ports of Port Gellhorn, every region offers a distinct environment shaped by decades of GTA worldbuilding and Rockstar's attention to cultural detail.
Vice-Dale County
Inspired by: Miami-Dade County, Florida
"Everything in excess, Vice City is the sun and fun capital of America."
Vice-Dale County is the high-energy epicenter of Leonida, dominated by Vice City and its surrounding coastal neighborhoods. The county stretches from the iconic art deco hotels of Vice Beach to the industrial docks at the city port, combining waterfront luxury with street-level hustle in every district. Vice City features a dense CCTV network that feeds into police pursuit logic, meaning cameras on corners and traffic lights can report crimes to dispatch even when no officer has line-of-sight, raising wanted levels organically without requiring a direct witness. The city also has in-game social media systems including parodies of Snapchat, Instagram, and WhatsApp visible on NPC phones and outdoor advertising, making Vice City feel like a living metropolitan grid. Little Haiti is home to the San4San gang territory, while the Stockyard and industrial port zones serve as key smuggling staging areas for major operations.
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Ambrosia County
Inspired by: Hendry County, Florida
"Keeping Leonida sweet, corporate mills provide the jobs while local gangs control the streets."
Ambrosia County represents the agricultural heartland of Leonida, drawing inspiration from Hendry County. This area is defined by massive sugar refineries and rural values. While corporate operations keep the local economy running, biker gangs and local syndicates control the underground trade.
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Kelly County
Inspired by: Citrus and Lee Counties, Florida
"This is the forgotten coast, fueled by painkillers and off-road trails."
Kelly County covers the rugged Gulf Coast region, inspired by the quieter areas of Citrus and Lee Counties. Once a popular tourist destination, it has faded into a haven for off-road enthusiasts, dirt bike clubs, and local counterculture. Port Gellhorn serves as the main hub, a coastal town powered by industrial workshops and maritime trade. The county also includes Leonida Penitentiary, where Lucia's story begins, and stretches across a mix of marshlands and rural highways.
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Grassrivers
Inspired by: the Florida Everglades
"Welcome to the wetlands, the untamable jewel of Leonida's crown."
The Grassrivers region is a vast, ecologically detailed wetland zone inspired by the Florida Everglades, and one of the most technically ambitious areas in GTA 6. The environment features alligators in multiple sizes from juvenile to massive bull gators, exotic wading birds, dense mangrove channels, and advanced water physics that simulate realistic current, buoyancy, and storm surge during weather events. POACH, the Protection of Animals and Controlled Hunting agency, has jurisdiction in Grassrivers and runs its own mission arcs targeting illegal wildlife trafficking networks that operate alongside drug smuggling chains through the swamp. The Grassrivers Militia has fortified multiple swamp camps accessible by airboat or on foot through the mangroves. At night the wetland is one of the most atmospheric locations in the game, with bioluminescent water effects, frog calls, and low-visibility fog creating genuinely dangerous exploration conditions.
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Leonida Keys
Inspired by: the Florida Keys
"Gateway to paradise, the dress code is casual and the bars are loaded."
The Leonida Keys stretch south as a tropical archipelago of sun-bleached coral islands inspired by the Florida Keys, and serve as Jason Duval's home base for much of the game's early story. Jason lives rent-free in a property owned by Brian Heder somewhere in the Keys, making the archipelago a natural starting point for missions involving maritime smuggling, waterfront bar meetups, and open-water escapes from law enforcement. The Keys feature dedicated fishing mechanics where players can catch species specific to the shallow tropical waters, and seaplane operations confirmed in early screenshots allow fast travel between islands and the mainland. The area is also where Brian Heder's boat yard operates, connecting the Keys directly to organized smuggling supply chains that feed into Vice City's criminal economy.
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Mount Kalaga National Park
Inspired by: Providence Canyon and the backwoods of Georgia
"Wild country, room to breathe on the state's northern fringes."
Mount Kalaga National Park marks the northern boundary of the state, drawing inspiration from Providence Canyon and the forests of Georgia. The landscape is a mix of canyons, forests, and river trails. It is populated by survivalists and offers plenty of outdoor recreation like dirt bike riding.
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Leonard County
Inspired by: Broward County, Florida
"Where the suburbs meet the sea, Leonard County is quiet money and gated communities."
Leonard County sits just north of the main Vice City metropolis, taking its inspiration from Broward County, Florida. The area is characterized by upscale residential zones, coastal developments, and a quieter suburban rhythm compared to the chaos of Vice City. Waning Sands is the most notable location revealed so far, a coastal area known for its beachfront properties and relaxed atmosphere. Road signs in trailers confirm its place in the world.
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Mariana County
Inspired by: Collier and Monroe Counties, Florida
"The quiet end of Leonida, where the Everglades fade into the Gulf."
Mariana County spans the southwest corner of the map, taking inspiration from Collier and Monroe Counties. This is the rural, undeveloped edge of Leonida where the Grassrivers wetlands meet the Gulf of Mexico. Watson Bay is the most notable location, a quiet coastal inlet that serves as a getaway from the main city's chaos. Road signs in the trailer confirm its place in the world.
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Other Confirmed Locations
Inspired by: Landmarks and border regions across the state
"Every corner of Leonida hides something worth finding."
Beyond the main counties, several other iconic landmarks and territories are confirmed across the state of Leonida. The Malibu Club returns as a high-end nightlife venue, a secure military base sits on the coast, and the expansive Red Hill Forest covers the northern hills. The state border crosses into neighboring Gloriana, and Yorktown serves as a transit hub between regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main setting of GTA 6?
GTA 6 is set in the fictional state of Leonida, which is inspired by the state of Florida. The game will feature the neon lights of Vice City along with surrounding counties, swamps, and keys.
How many counties are confirmed for GTA 6?
So far, trailers and official details have confirmed several counties including Vice-Dale County, Ambrosia County, Kelly County, Leonard County, and Mariana County. Each county represents a distinct geographical region with its own style.
Is Vice City returning in GTA 6?
Yes, Vice City is the main metropolitan hub of the state of Leonida. It is a modernized, current-day version of the iconic city, featuring beaches, downtown districts, and diverse neighborhoods.
What real-world locations inspired the game map?
The game is inspired by real locations in Florida and neighboring regions. Vice City is based on Miami, the Grassrivers region is based on the Florida Everglades, and the Leonida Keys are based on the Florida Keys.
Will players be able to explore areas outside of Vice City?
Yes, the map of Leonida is vast. Players can explore rural areas, agricultural lands, national parks like Mount Kalaga, and other coastal towns like Port Gellhorn.
What is the official name of the map in GTA 6?
The open-world map in Grand Theft Auto VI is set in the fictional state of Leonida, which is Rockstar Games' highly anticipated satirical take on real-life Florida. The map features a massive mix of neon-soaked metropolitan cities, sprawling suburban districts, dense coastal islands, and treacherous swampland.
Is Vice City the only city in GTA 6?
No, Vice City is not the only city. While Vice City (inspired by Miami) acts as the primary urban, neon-lit central metropolis, the state of Leonida features several other distinct major cities and regions. Players will also explore Port Gellhorn (a gritty secondary coastal and industrial city), Ambrosia, and smaller rural towns like Hamlet.
How big is the GTA 6 map compared to GTA 5?
While Rockstar Games has not released the final official grid measurements, community mapping projects and leaks confirm that the state of Leonida is significantly larger than GTA V's Los Santos. Rather than just one major city surrounded by countryside, GTA 6 features multiple fully-realized cities, three distinct counties (Vice Dale County, Kelly County, and Leonard County), and an unprecedented level of indoor-accessible buildings.
Will players be able to explore the Everglades in GTA 6?
Yes. The real-world Florida Everglades are reimagined in GTA 6 as the Grassrivers region. Located in the southwestern quadrant of the map, this swampy wetland area is heavily featured in the trailers, showcasing players navigating the dangerous local wildlife and illegal smuggling routes using fan-favorite vehicles like airboats.
Will the GTA 6 map expand or change over time?
According to verified industry reports and historical studio patterns, the GTA 6 map is designed to be an evolving landscape. While the base game launches with the complete state of Leonida, Rockstar plans to incrementally update and expand the open-world map post-launch, adding new interior locations, events, and potentially entirely new island regions via live service content updates.