# How to Change the Map on Your Project Zomboid Server (/docs/project-zomboid/change-map)



Project Zomboid's default map is Knox Country (Muldraugh, KY). You can add Workshop maps alongside it or run custom map setups.

Default Map Regions [#default-map-regions]

Knox Country includes several towns loaded by default:

| Region         | Description                 |
| -------------- | --------------------------- |
| Muldraugh, KY  | Starting area, small town   |
| West Point, KY | Larger town, more dangerous |
| Riverside, KY  | Northern town near river    |
| Rosewood, KY   | Southern small town         |
| March Ridge    | Small rural area            |
| Louisville, KY | Large city (most dangerous) |

Change the Map List [#change-the-map-list]

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    Open your server config [#1-open-your-server-config]

    On XGamingServer, go to **Files** and open:

    ```
    Zomboid/Server/[servername].ini
    ```
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    Edit the Map setting [#2-edit-the-map-setting]

    Find the `Map` line and edit it:

    ```ini title="[servername].ini"
    Map=Muldraugh, KY
    ```

    To load all default regions:

    ```ini title="[servername].ini"
    Map=Muldraugh, KY;Riverside, KY;Rosewood, KY;West Point, KY
    ```
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    Restart your server [#3-restart-your-server]
  </div>
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Add a Workshop Map [#add-a-workshop-map]

Workshop maps add new areas to the game world. Most are compatible with the base map.

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    Subscribe to the map mod [#1-subscribe-to-the-map-mod]

    Find the map on the Steam Workshop and note its **Workshop ID** and **Mod ID**.
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    Add to your server config [#2-add-to-your-server-config]

    ```ini title="[servername].ini"
    Mods=RavenCreek
    WorkshopItems=2196102849
    Map=Muldraugh, KY;RavenCreek
    ```

    Add the map name to the `Map` line, separated by semicolons.
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    Restart your server [#3-restart-your-server-1]
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Popular Custom Maps [#popular-custom-maps]

| Map           | Workshop ID | Description          |
| ------------- | ----------- | -------------------- |
| Raven Creek   | 2196102849  | Military-themed town |
| Cherbourg     | 2826667412  | French-inspired city |
| Greenport     | 2828455498  | Coastal town         |
| Fort Redstone | 2431282912  | Military base        |
| Eerie Country | 2710167561  | Rural expansion      |

> ⚠️ **Warning:** Adding or removing map mods on an existing world can cause issues at map boundaries. Always back up before changing maps.

Run Only a Custom Map [#run-only-a-custom-map]

To run only a Workshop map without the base map:

```ini title="[servername].ini"
Map=RavenCreek
```

> 📝 **Note:** Some Workshop maps require the base map to be loaded. Check the mod's description for requirements.

Reset After Map Changes [#reset-after-map-changes]

If you change maps on an existing server, you may need to reset the world for changes to take full effect. See [Reset World](/docs/project-zomboid/world-reset) for instructions.

For minor additions (adding a new map alongside existing ones), a reset usually isn't needed — the new area simply becomes available.

Related Guides [#related-guides]

See also: [Custom Maps](/docs/project-zomboid/custom-maps) | [Install Mods](/docs/project-zomboid/mod-setup) | [Reset World](/docs/project-zomboid/world-reset)

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