Explore the real-world places that appear in The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan. Each location on the map shows what happens there in the novel, the real history of the place, and what's there today. Featured locations include Grand Canyon Skywalk Field Trip, Camp Half-Blood, Wolf House, Chicago, Detroit and 8 more.
Where Jason, Piper, and Leo's school trip turns deadly
Jason, Piper, and Leo are on a school field trip when their classmate Dylan is revealed as a venti (storm spirit). Coach Hedge reveals himself as a satyr, and the trio fights the storm spirits. Annabeth, Butch, and others rescue them, and the three are taken toward Camp Half-Blood.
The Grand Canyon was carved by the Colorado River over millions of years and has been home to Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Grand Canyon West is on Hualapai tribal land.
The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a glass-bottomed bridge operated by the Hualapai Tribe. It is a major tourist attraction.
Safe haven for Greek demigods
Jason, Piper, and Leo arrive here and learn about their godly parents. Piper is claimed by Aphrodite and Leo by Hephaestus. Jason is recognized as a son of Jupiter's counterpart later, and the camp prepares them for a quest to rescue Hera.
Long Island's North Fork has farmland, vineyards, and a long maritime history with Algonquian-speaking peoples including the Corchaug.
The North Fork is known for wineries, farm stands, and beaches. Visitors cannot find an actual camp, but fans visit the area.
Lupa's training ground for Roman demigods
Jason's memories include Lupa, the she-wolf, who trained him at Wolf House. Hera places him at Wolf House, then wipes his memory. Lupa's pack watches over demigods bound for Camp Jupiter.
Sonoma County has redwood forests and rolling hills, home to Miwok and Pomo peoples before colonization.
Sonoma County is known for wine country, redwoods, and state parks.
Setting for the Aeolus quest stop
The questers travel via Festus the dragon and encounter storm spirits. Aeolus's floating palace and its chaos are part of the Heroes' journey to find Hera.
Chicago was founded in the 1830s and grew into a major rail and trade hub on Lake Michigan.
Chicago is a global city known for architecture, museums, and its lakefront.
Medea's and the Midwest quest stop
The heroes encounter threats while traveling east and struggle against pursuing monsters. Leo's ingenuity and Festus keep the group moving.
Detroit was founded by the French in 1701 and became the heart of the American auto industry.
Detroit is a resurgent city with museums, music history, and riverfront parks.
Northern stop on the heroes' path
The heroes continue north and east, pursued by enemies. Piper's charmspeak and Jason's powers help them survive.
Quebec City was founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain and is one of North America's oldest European-founded cities.
Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fortified walls and historic streets.
Midwestern waypoint and Hera's cage region
The group travels over the plains, relying on Festus. Tensions rise as they uncover more about Hera's imprisonment.
Omaha grew as a Missouri River trading and railroad hub.
Omaha is known for its zoo, museums, and Old Market district.
Midwest stop on the road
The questers rest and regroup, dealing with the weight of Jason's missing memories.
Kansas City developed at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers.
Known for jazz, barbecue, and fountains.
Southern route toward Hera's prison
The trio faces new monsters and divine tests. The group's chemistry strengthens as their quest advances.
Atlanta rose after the Civil War as a rail center and became a hub of the civil rights movement.
A major business center with museums and historic sites.
Placeholder for Southern monster encounter
The heroes face battles as Jason's Roman side surfaces. Their differing heritages create friction.
Rome, Georgia, was founded in 1834 and is named after Rome, Italy, built on seven hills.
A small city with historic sites and river trails.
Titan stronghold near Camp Jupiter's region
Though more prominent later, Jason's Roman background ties to the Bay Area region and the Titans' hidden threats.
Mount Diablo has long been sacred to Miwok and Ohlone peoples and offers panoramic views of the Bay Area.
Mount Diablo State Park offers hiking, camping, and scenic drives.
Eastern seaboard stop
The questers press on as Hera's captivity and Gaea's rise loom large.
Charleston was founded in 1670 and became a major port city of the colonial South.
Known for historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and cuisine.
The Olympians' hidden home
The gods are mostly absent and silent after Hera's disappearance, and the heroes' quest is driven by the need to restore order on Olympus.
The Empire State Building opened in 1931 and was the world's tallest building for nearly 40 years.
Its observation decks are among New York City's most visited attractions.
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