How do I unlock fast travel from the gang’s secret camps?

Unlocking fast travel from the gang’s secret camps in Red Dead Redemption 2 is a valuable feature that saves time and allows you to traverse the vast open world more efficiently. To unlock this feature, you must progress through the game’s story and upgrade your camp. Fast travel is tied to the camp upgrades system, specifically the Lodging upgrades, which are managed by Dutch and the gang’s funds.\n\nTo begin, you need to reach Chapter 2 of the story. This is when the camp upgrade system becomes available. Once in Chapter 2, head to the gang’s camp, which is initially located at Horseshoe Overlook. Speak to Dutch, the gang leader, and access the ledger, a small book located near the donation box. The ledger allows you to purchase upgrades for the camp using the gang’s funds or your personal money.\n\nTo unlock fast travel, you must first purchase the first Lodging upgrade, called ''Living Quarters,'' for $220. This upgrade improves the gang’s morale and unlocks additional features. After purchasing the Living Quarters, you can then buy the second Lodging upgrade, called ''Fast Travel,'' for $325. This upgrade adds a map to Arthur’s tent, allowing you to fast travel to previously discovered locations.\n\nOnce both upgrades are purchased, interact with the map in Arthur’s tent to access the fast travel menu. You can fast travel to major towns, settlements, and other key locations you’ve visited. However, fast travel is limited to specific points and does not allow you to travel to arbitrary locations on the map. This feature is particularly useful for long-distance travel, such as moving between Valentine and Saint Denis.\n\nA common challenge players face is accumulating enough money to purchase the upgrades. To earn money quickly, consider completing story missions, hunting and selling pelts, or looting enemies during encounters. Additionally, you can contribute to the gang’s funds by donating money or items to the camp’s donation box. This not only helps with upgrades but also improves the gang’s overall morale.\n\nIt’s important to note that fast travel is only available from the gang’s camp and not from other locations in the world. This means you’ll need to return to camp to use the feature. However, you can set up temporary camps in the wilderness, which allow you to rest and craft but do not offer fast travel.\n\nFor new players, it’s recommended to prioritize the camp upgrades early in the game. Fast travel significantly reduces travel time, allowing you to focus on missions, exploration, and side activities. Experienced players can use fast travel to optimize their gameplay, especially when completing challenges or collecting rare items.\n\nIn summary, unlocking fast travel requires progressing to Chapter 2, purchasing the Living Quarters and Fast Travel upgrades from the camp ledger, and interacting with the map in Arthur’s tent. By earning money through missions, hunting, and looting, you can quickly afford these upgrades and enjoy the convenience of fast travel throughout your journey in Red Dead Redemption 2.