Dodongo's Cavern Walkthrough

Head Northeast to Kakariko Village

From Hyrule Field, head northeast to Kakariko Village.

Go to Death Mountain Trail North of the Village

Once you arrive in Kakariko Village, head north to Death Mountain Trail. The entrance is blocked by a gate, but show Zelda's Letter to the nearby guard to have it opened.

Buy the Hylian Shield in Castle Town

After talking to the guard by the gate, you'll receive a discount on the Hylian Shield sold at the Bazaar in Castle Town. The upcoming dungeon, Dodongo's Cavern, features many fire-based enemies. Unlike the Deku Shield, the Hylian Shield will not burn, so it's highly recommended to buy it now.

Follow the East Side of the Trail to Goron City

After entering Death Mountain Trail, follow the eastern path until you reach Goron City.

Play Zelda's Lullaby Outside the Lowest Room

Zelda's Lullaby

Once you arrive at Goron City, head down to the lowest level and play Zelda's Lullaby outside Darunia's room.

Light the Bomb Flower with a Deku Stick

Inside Darunia's room is a lit torch. Use a Deku Stick to carry the flame to the Bomb Flower on the second floor. Since the Deku Stick burns out over time, it's recommended to relight it at the torches along the way.

Go to Sacred Forest Meadow from Lost Woods

After the Bomb Flower explodes, the boulder blocking the path will be destroyed. Continue through the passage into the Lost Woods and head toward the Sacred Forest Meadow. There are multiple exits in each area, but following the route above is the fastest way to reach your destination.

Taking the Wrong Path Leads to Kokiri Forest

If you take the wrong path in the Lost Woods, you'll end up back in Kokiri Forest. Simply retrace your steps to return to the Lost Woods and try again.

Make Your Way to the Deepest Area

Once you enter the Sacred Forest Meadow, continue toward the deepest area. Enemies along the narrow paths will shoot Deku Nuts at you, so use your shield to deflect them as you advance.

Talk to Saria and Learn Saria's Song

At the end of the Sacred Forest Meadow, talk to Saria to learn Saria's Song. You'll need it to progress with Darunia, and you can also play it later to receive hints from Saria.

Return to Goron City

After learning the song, retrace your steps and return to Goron City.

Play Saria's Song for Darunia

Saria's Song

Back in Goron City, play Saria's Song for Darunia. Continue the conversation to receive the Goron's Bracelet, which lets you pick up and throw Bomb Flowers.

Destroy the Boulder West of the Mountain Trail

After obtaining the bracelet, head to the middle section of Death Mountain Trail. Pick up the nearby Bomb Flower and throw it at the boulder to the west.

Enter Dodongo's Cavern from the Entrance

After destroying the boulder, drop down and enter Dodongo's Cavern through the newly opened entrance.

Break the Wall with a Bomb Flower

To access the cavern, break through the entrance using a Bomb Flower.

Dungeon Map Found on Western Center

Once inside the cavern, head west (to the left) and destroy the wall at the center using a Bomb Flower. Lava flows along the ground — be careful not to fall in or you'll take damage.

Defeat Beamos with Bomb Flowers

The statue-like enemy Beamos deflects sword attacks, so use Bomb Flowers to defeat it. Its laser attack cannot be blocked with a shield, so it's best to run around and dodge instead.

Destroy Southeastern Wall with a Bomb Flower

After getting the Dungeon Map on the west side, cross to the other side (east) and use a Bomb Flower to destroy the near wall.

Push the Statue onto the Switch

Follow the path past the broken wall. The blocked door ahead opens when you push the nearby statue onto the switch.

Defeat the Lizalfos Ahead

The room ahead contains a lizard-type enemy, Lizalfos. Keep blocking attacks with your shield and focus on counter-attacking right away. Defeat both of them to open the door forward.

Light the Torches in the Next Room

Proceed ahead and enter the next room. Use a Deku Stick to light all three torches to open the door to the next room.

Use Switch and Enter the Door on the Far Right

Go through the door and step on the switch you find. The door on the far side will open, allowing you to proceed.

Get the Compass Past the Broken Wall

Go through the door on the far side to reach a room filled with Bomb Flowers. There is a breakable wall — use a Bomb Flower to destroy it and proceed. You can get the Compass from the chest in the room beyond.

Defeat Enemy Guarding Chest with a Bomb Flower

There is a statue-like enemy Armos guarding the chest. Sword attacks won't work, so defeat it with Bomb Flowers.

Blow Up the Bomb Flowers in the Last Room

Return to the previous room and place another Bomb Flower in the gap among the Bomb Flowers. After the explosion, a staircase will descend and you'll be able to reach 2F.

Push the Statue and Climb Up

Follow the path to reach a room with four statues lined up. Push the statue in front of the ladder and climb up. Note that all statues are Armos apart from the one in front of the ladder, so be careful not to get too close. Once you climb up, there is a switch — press it and head through the door that opens.

Follow the Path Past the Bridge

Proceed through the door to find a suspension bridge. There are holes along the way, so be careful not to fall as you move forward.

Use Ladder and Jump to the Platform

Once in the room, climb the cube-shaped rock on the far side. Afterwards, turn around and climb the raised platform with the chest contain 20 Rupees and Bomb Flower.

Blow Up the Wall Above the Ladder

Throw a Bomb Flower from the raised platform to destroy the wall above the ladder. Throwing it when the Bomb Flower flickers rapidly tends to work best.

Shoot the Eye to Extinguish the Flames

Proceed ahead to reach an area blocked by flames. Shoot the square eye in the back with the Slingshot to extinguish the flames and move on.

Fight the Lizalfos in the Next Room

You'll fight Lizalfos again in the next room. Just like before, make good use of your shield and look for openings to counter-attack. Defeat both of them to open the door to the next path.

Shoot the Eye Again to Proceed

Proceed ahead to find another flame-blocked area. Shoot the square eye just like before to clear it, but be aware there is another one on the left side as well.

Obtain the Bomb Bag from the Chest Ahead

Proceed ahead to reach an open room. Get the Bomb Bag from the chest on the raised platform to the right. You'll use it for puzzles ahead, so it's handy to register it to a shortcut slot.

Drop Bombs Into the Eye Sockets

After getting the Bomb Bag, proceed ahead and drop Bombs through the gaps in the bridge. If done correctly, the giant Dodongo's eyes will light up, and succeeding in both spots will open its mouth so you can enter.

Enter the Giant Dodongo's Mouth

Once the giant Dodongo's mouth opens, jump off the suspension bridge and enter its mouth.

Proceed Through the Eastern Corridor

Proceed a little further to find a room — head straight into the east corridor.

Head West and Push the Rock

Once in the next room, head down the west corridor. Follow the path to find a rock — push it forward. Push it into the hole in the center of the adjacent room to open the previously blocked door.

Blow Up the Darker Floor Tile

In the room past the door, there is a Bomb inside a chest. There is a differently colored floor tile in the center of the room — place a Bomb on it to destroy it. Destroying it opens a hole to the floor below, and a Boss battle awaits at the bottom.

Face King Dodongo Beyond the Door

At the bottom of the hole, you'll fight the Boss "King Dodongo." It opens its mouth when using its breath attack — throw a Bomb inside to stun it. After stunning it, a rolling attack comes quickly, so it's best to get in only 1-2 hits and immediately guard.

Exit Using the Blue Warp Point

Defeating King Dodongo causes a blue warp point to appear — approach it to exit.

Climb the Mountain Trail to the Summit

After leaving Dodongo's Cavern, a cutscene will begin. Once it ends, head up the mountain trail toward the summit.

Use Bombs to Destroy Rocks Along the Way

Rocks blocking the path can be destroyed with Bombs. Throwing them when the Bomb flickers rapidly tends to work well.

Guard Against Volcanic Rocks with the Hylian Shield

As you approach the summit, volcanic rocks will fall from above and deal damage. When the screen shakes, guard with the Hylian Shield.

Blow Up the Wall at the Summit

Once you reach the summit, use a Bomb to destroy the wall on the left side and enter.

Stand on the Triforce and Play Zelda's Lullaby

Zelda's Lullaby

Enter the Great Fairy Fountain and proceed to the back, then play Zelda's Lullaby while standing on the Royal Family's symbol. A cutscene will begin after the performance, and you will learn the hidden skill "Spin Attack."

Have the Owl Carry You to Kakariko Village

After learning the Spin Attack, head outside and talk to the owl. It will carry you all the way to Kakariko Village.