Leonida State
Leonida State

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State of Leonida

The Biggest GTA Map Ever Built

Leonida is Rockstar's take on the Sunshine State — a sprawling open world that dwarfs Los Santos. From neon-lit nightclubs to gator-infested swamps, every corner has something to discover.

2x Larger
Than GTA V's Map
700+
Enterable Buildings
Florida
Real-World Inspiration
5
Distinct Counties

Diverse Environments

Urban sprawl, tropical beaches, swamplands, forests, and island chains — all seamlessly connected.

Living World

Dynamic weather, wildlife encounters, functional transit systems, and NPCs with daily routines.

Underwater Exploration

Dive beneath the surface to discover shipwrecks, coral reefs, and hidden treasures.

Community Project

VIMAP: Fan-Made Leonida Map

The GTA VI Mapping community has been piecing together Leonida's geography frame by frame from official trailers. Over 16,000 dedicated fans collaborating to map Vice City before launch.

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Interactive map by Saam.exe & the GTA VI Mapping community. Pan, zoom, and explore the reconstructed map of Leonida.

Vice-Dale County Seat

Vice City

Welcome back to Vice City — bigger, bolder, and more dangerous than ever. This neon-drenched metropolis serves as the county seat of Vice-Dale County and the crown jewel of Leonida. From the glittering high-rises of Downtown to the gritty streets of Little Haiti, every block tells a story. Whether you're hitting up exclusive nightclubs, running jobs through the port, or just cruising Ocean Beach at sunset, Vice City delivers the ultimate urban playground.

size
Massive
density
High
threat
Extreme

Key Landmarks

Ocean BeachSouth BeachLittle HavanaLittle HaitiWashington BeachDowntownVice PointRockridgeInternational Airport
Vice City
Official Postcard
Kelly County Industrial Hub

Port Gellhorn

The beating industrial heart of Kelly County's northwest corridor. Port Gellhorn is where legitimate commerce meets shadier enterprise — shipping containers stacked high, cranes working around the clock, and enough blind spots to make any smuggler smile. This Panama City-inspired port town offers lucrative opportunities for those willing to get their hands dirty. Control the docks, control the flow of goods in and out of Leonida.

size
Medium
density
Medium
threat
High

Key Landmarks

Cargo TerminalShipyardWarehouse DistrictHarbor BridgeIndustrial Zone
Port Gellhorn
Official Postcard
National Park Wilderness

Mount Kalaga

Leonida's untamed northern wilderness. Mount Kalaga National Park offers dense forests, hiking trails, and hunting grounds teeming with wildlife — including bobcats, wild boars, and plenty of surprises. Whether you're camping under the stars, tracking game, or using the backcountry to shake a wanted level, this is where civilization ends and survival begins. Park rangers patrol the area, but there's plenty of space to operate undetected.

size
Large
density
Low
threat
Medium

Key Landmarks

Ranger StationHiking TrailsWildlife ReserveCampgroundsHunting GroundsForest Cabins
Mount Kalaga
Official Postcard
Island Chain Paradise

Leonida Keys

A string of sun-bleached islands connected by scenic bridges stretching into the turquoise waters. The Leonida Keys are where the wealthy come to play — and where deals go down far from prying eyes. Key Lento serves as the main hub, packed with luxury resorts, yacht clubs, and beachfront bars. Dive underwater to explore shipwrecks and coral reefs, or just soak in the views. Perfect for getaways, both legal and otherwise.

size
Medium
density
Low
threat
Low

Key Landmarks

Key LentoMarina BayResort StripPrivate IslandsCoral ReefsOverseas Highway
Leonida Keys
Official Postcard
Everglades Swampland

Grassrivers

Miles of Everglades-style wetlands where airboats replace cars and alligators outnumber people. Grassrivers is Leonida's wild frontier — swamps, marshes, and winding waterways that swallow the unprepared whole. The perfect region for off-the-grid operations, airboat chases, and encounters with wildlife that bites back. Locals know every hidden channel; outsiders get lost. Watch where you step.

size
Large
density
Low
threat
Medium

Key Landmarks

Swamp ChannelsAirboat DocksGator CountryRural OutpostsFishing CampsBackwater Roads
Grassrivers
Official Postcard
Ambrosia County Hub

Ambrosia

Don't let the postcard-perfect facade fool you. Ambrosia sits on the shores of Lake Leonida — the largest freshwater body in the entire state — and serves as a major hub in Ambrosia County. This laid-back town attracts tourists, retirees, and anyone looking to disappear for a while. Perfect spot to lay low after a big score, or scout the lake for smuggling routes.

size
Medium
density
Medium
threat
Medium

Key Landmarks

Lake LeonidaBoardwalkMarina DistrictFishing PierDowntown Ambrosia
Ambrosia
Official Postcard
Points of Interest

Other Confirmed Locations

Beyond the main regions, leaks and trailers have revealed several notable locations scattered across Leonida. Here's what we know — and what fans are expecting.

Malibu Club

Iconic Vice City Nightclub

The legendary nightclub returns! Originally inspired by The Babylon Club from Scarface, the Malibu Club was Tommy Vercetti's most profitable asset in the original Vice City. Expect VIP lounges, rooftop pools, and backroom deals.

Fan Expectations

  • Purchasable business property
  • Nightclub management missions
  • High NPC density & realistic interiors

Yorktown

Mountain Settlement (Northwest)

A town spotted on Route 2 road signs near Bocamar Bridge. Yorktown appears to be the northernmost settlement in Leonida, nestled in mountainous terrain. Could serve as a quiet escape — or a hideout.

Fan Expectations

  • Remote safehouse location
  • Mountain off-road trails
  • Smuggling route connections

Red Hill Forest

Dense Wilderness Area

A dense, remote forest in central Leonida. Known for wildlife, hidden trails, and reportedly a hotspot for illegal hunting operations. The perfect place to bury evidence — or bodies.

Fan Expectations

  • Outlaw camps & hideouts
  • Hunting & wildlife activities
  • Off-road vehicle chases

Military Base

Restricted Military Installation

A GTA staple. While not officially shown, every mainline GTA has featured a military installation. Expect heavily guarded perimeters, jets, tanks, and an instant 5-star wanted level if you're caught trespassing.

Fan Expectations

  • Fighter jets & military vehicles
  • High-security heist target
  • Easter eggs & secret weapons

Monument of Leonida

State Landmark

Likely a monument honoring Juan Ponce de León, the Spanish conquistador Leonida is named after. Could be similar to the Statue of Happiness in Liberty City — a major landmark and potential mission location.

Fan Expectations

  • Iconic photo spot
  • Possible mission location
  • Hidden interior or easter egg

Gloriana State

Georgia-Inspired (Future DLC?)

License plates from "Gloriana" spotted in Trailer 2 hint at a second state based on Georgia, bordering Leonida to the north. Insider reports suggest Rockstar plans to expand the map post-launch — this could be it.

Fan Expectations

  • Post-launch map expansion
  • New storyline & missions
  • Different terrain & vibe

Note: Some locations are based on leaked development footage and may change before the final release. Location names could be placeholders. We'll update this page as Rockstar reveals more official information.

Leak Archive

GTA 6 Map Leak History

A chronological look at the major GTA 6 map leaks that have shaped our understanding of Leonida. From the historic September 2022 hack to community-driven reconstructions.

Verified Leak

September 2022 Hack

September 18, 2022 • GTAForums

The biggest video game leak in history. A hacker named "teapotuberhacker" (later identified as 17-year-old Arion Kurtaj from the Lapsus$ group) posted over 90 files containing 50+ minutes of development footage.

The leak revealed Vice City's modern-day setting, the dual protagonist system (Lucia & Jason), and gave fans their first look at Leonida's sprawling map — including the diner robbery, strip club, and various neighborhoods.

What Was Revealed

  • 90+ development files & source code snippets
  • Vice City modern-day setting confirmed
  • Dual protagonists: Lucia (first female lead) & Jason
  • Bonnie & Clyde-inspired storyline
  • Multiple neighborhoods: Stockyard, Vice Beach areas
  • In-game coordinates used for first fan map reconstructions

Aftermath: Rockstar confirmed the leak was real. The hacker was later arrested and sentenced. Take-Two issued DMCA takedowns across the internet.

What The Video Showed

  • 360° pan of Stockyard neighborhood in Vice City
  • Buildings later seen in official Trailer 1 (Jack of Hearts, What's Cooking)
  • Development build UI visible on screen
  • Map reportedly "2x the size of GTA V" (leaker claim)
  • "70% enterable interiors" (leaker claim, unverified)

Credibility: Buildings matched Trailer 1 (released 2 days later), strongly suggesting authenticity.

Likely Authentic

December 2023 TikTok Leak

December 2, 2023 • TikTok (@azzarossi)

Three days before Trailer 1. A TikTok user posted a shaky phone recording of a monitor showing a GTA 6 development build. The video captured the Stockyard area of Vice City in a 360-degree pan.

The source is believed to be connected to Aaron Garbut, Rockstar North's head of development. When Trailer 1 dropped 48 hours later, fans spotted the same buildings — confirming this was the real deal.

Fan-Made

Community Map Reconstructions

2022 - Present • GTA Forums, Reddit, Discord

72+ pages of trailer analysis. The GTA mapping community has been working tirelessly to reconstruct Leonida's map frame-by-frame from official trailers and leaked footage.

Key contributors include the VIMAP project by Saam.exe, Reddit users like u/MyNeuronsAreFried and u/StikyLizardStudiosYT, and the GTAForums mapping thread with over 16,000 participants.

Mapping Methodology

  • Frame-by-frame analysis of Trailer 1 & 2
  • In-game coordinates extracted from 2022 leak files
  • Real-world Florida location comparisons
  • Road sign analysis (Route 2, Yorktown, etc.)
  • Skyline and landmark triangulation
  • 100+ named locations identified so far

Explore: Check out VIMAP above to see the community's latest reconstruction.

Known Fake Leaks

  • March 2023 Reddit Map

    Posted by u/tusstaster. No insider confirmation. Roads suspiciously "cut off" at edges.

  • January 2024 4Chan "Employee Leak"

    Claimed to be from Rockstar employee. Source said "trust me" when questioned.

  • Twitter "GTA 6 SPAM" Maps

    Grainy images resembling Google Maps overlays. Suspected AI-generated.

Fake Leaks

Debunked & Fake Leaks

Various dates • Reddit, Twitter, 4Chan

Not everything is real. For every legitimate leak, dozens of fakes have surfaced. Common red flags include: maps with roads that abruptly end, grainy "Google Maps overlay" aesthetics, and sources who refuse verification.

The GTA community has become adept at spotting fakes. If no trusted insider confirms it, and the image looks like it could be AI-generated — it probably is.

Confirmed by Leaks

  • Modern-day Vice City setting
  • Leonida (Florida) as the state
  • Dual protagonists (Lucia & Jason)
  • Stockyard neighborhood
  • Map significantly larger than GTA V

Unverified Leak Claims

  • "2x the size of GTA V map"
  • 700+ enterable locations
  • 70% interiors accessible
  • Three major cities + four sub-cities
  • Gloriana State DLC expansion
Size Comparison

GTA 6 Map vs GTA 5 Map

How does Leonida stack up against Los Santos? Based on fan analysis using leaked coordinates and trailer footage, GTA 6's map appears to be significantly larger than any previous Rockstar game.

Based on community analysis
V

GTA V

Los Santos & Blaine County

Map Size~75-80 km²
Square Miles~29-31 mi²
SettingSan Andreas (California)
TerrainUrban + Mountains + Desert

Relative Size

Base Reference

Estimated
VI

GTA VI

Vice City & Leonida State

Map Size~125-207 km²
Square Miles~48-80 mi²
SettingLeonida (Florida)
TerrainUrban + Swamps + Keys + Mountains

Relative Size

2.4x - 2.7x Larger

Fan-Calculated Size Estimates

2.7x

Full Map (with Panhandle)

Source: Reddit u/anli2132

2.4x

Without Panhandle Region

Source: Reddit u/anli2132

1.6x

Conservative Estimate

~206.8 km² vs 127 km²

Estimates vary based on methodology. DuPz0r's mapping project uses RAGE engine coordinates for scale accuracy. The "panhandle" region (northwest area) may or may not be in the final game.

How Does RDR2 Compare?

GTA V

~31 mi²

RDR2

~30 mi²

GTA VI (Est.)

~48-80 mi²

Key difference: While GTA V and RDR2 are similar in raw size, GTA 6 is expected to have much higher density — more enterable buildings, populated urban areas, and interactive locations per square mile. Where RDR2 emphasized vast wilderness, GTA 6 aims for detail-packed environments.

What Mapping Data Suggests

  • GTA 6 map is at minimum 1.5x larger than GTA 5
  • Vice City alone may be as large as all of GTA 5's map
  • More flat, urbanized terrain vs GTA 5's mountains
  • RAGE engine coordinates support scale estimates

Still Unknown

  • Official map dimensions from Rockstar
  • Whether "panhandle" region is in final game
  • Exact percentage of enterable interiors
  • Full extent of underwater explorable areas

Methodology: Size comparisons use DuPz0r's mapping project data, which extracts RAGE engine coordinates from leaked footage and official trailers to calculate scale. The GTA 5 map overlay technique matches known coordinate systems between games. Community analysis by Reddit users including u/anli2132 and u/LivingSignificant555.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GTA 6 map based on real Florida locations?

Yes, GTA 6's Leonida is heavily inspired by real Florida. Vice City mirrors Miami's Art Deco districts and beaches. Grassrivers resembles the Everglades wetlands. Leonida Keys is based on the Florida Keys island chain. Port Gellhorn draws from Tampa's industrial port areas. Fans have matched specific buildings from trailers to real Miami locations with remarkable accuracy.

Will there be a functional public transit system in GTA 6?

Based on leaked footage, GTA 6 will feature a functional Vice City Metro system — a tram/light rail that players can ride through the city. This was visible in the September 2022 leak showing trains with "Vice City" branding. The Vice City International Airport is also confirmed, likely offering fast travel options between regions.

How accurate is the fan-made VIMAP reconstruction?

The VIMAP project led by DuPz0r has a strong track record — his pre-release maps for GTA V and RDR2 were remarkably close to the final games. The GTA 6 reconstruction uses RAGE engine coordinates extracted from leaked files and frame-by-frame trailer analysis. However, the community estimates they've only mapped about 50-60% of the actual map so far. Some regions remain speculative until more official footage is released.

What wildlife and animals are in GTA 6?

Based on trailer footage, confirmed animals include alligators, sharks, dolphins, flamingos, pelicans, deer, iguanas, dogs, and ducks. The Grassrivers swamps will have alligators, while Leonida Keys features marine life like sea turtles and tropical fish. RDR2-style hunting and fishing are expected to return, allowing players to hunt boars, deer, and wild pigs for resources.

Does GTA 6 have dynamic weather that affects the map?

Yes, GTA 6 features an advanced dynamic weather system. Trailers show realistic Florida-style storms with dramatic lighting changes. Water behaves differently — calm during clear weather, wild during storms. Weather and time of day also affect wildlife behavior; for example, alligators may become more active at night or during rain. Hurricanes and tropical storms are speculated but not confirmed.

Can you explore the entire map from the start of the game?

Rockstar hasn't confirmed this yet. Historically, GTA games have allowed full map exploration from the start (GTA V) or gradually unlocked regions through story progression (GTA San Andreas, GTA IV). Given the narrative focus on Lucia's journey and the massive map size, some regions may be locked initially. The Vice City metro and airport suggest multiple fast travel options once areas are unlocked.