Find all 31 ECHO Logs in Borderlands 4’s Fadefields region. Complete location guide for Coastal Bonescape, The Howl, Hungering Plain, Idolator’s Noose, and Dissected Plateau collectibles.
Borderlands 4 marks the series’ full embrace of open-world design, and with that comes a mountain of collectibles to hunt down. ECHO Logs are one of the primary collectible types scattered throughout Kairos, offering snippets of lore, background stories, and world-building details that enrich the Borderlands universe.
The Fadefields region is where your journey begins—it’s the starting zone where you’ll help the Outbounders resist Idolator Sol’s tyranny. Across its five distinct sub-regions, there are 31 ECHO Logs waiting to be discovered. Some are sitting out in the open, others are tucked behind quest locks or require creative traversal to reach.
This comprehensive guide breaks down every single ECHO Log location in Fadefields, organized by region with clear directions and context. Whether you’re a completionist hunting for that 100% achievement or just curious about the world’s backstory, we’ve got you covered.
Important note: You won’t be able to collect all 31 ECHO Logs on your first pass through Fadefields. Several are locked behind side quests that only unlock after completing specific story missions or quest chains. Plan to revisit the region during your endgame activities to grab the stragglers.
What Are ECHO Logs and Why Collect Them?
Before we dive into locations, let’s talk about what ECHO Logs actually do:
ECHO Logs provide:
- Lore and world-building – Learn about Kairos, its inhabitants, and the Order’s influence
- Character backstories – Discover details about NPCs you’ll meet throughout your journey
- Completion tracking – Count toward regional completion percentages
- Achievement progress – Required for certain trophies and achievements
Unlike weapons or gear, ECHO Logs don’t provide gameplay bonuses—they’re purely for story enthusiasts and completionists. That said, some of the audio logs are genuinely entertaining and add depth to the narrative. Plus, if you’re the type who needs that satisfying 100% completion marker, you’ll need every single one.
Collection tip: ECHO Logs appear as glowing holographic devices in the world. They’re usually pretty visible once you’re in the right area, though some require specific angles or traversal methods to spot.
Coastal Bonescape ECHO Logs (5 Total)
The Coastal Bonescape is the first major area you’ll explore in Fadefields. This coastal region features beaches, rivers, and plenty of wildlife—along with five ECHO Logs scattered across its landscape.
1. A Prisoner’s Promise
Location: Southern coastline
How to find it: Head to the southern edge of the Coastal Bonescape map and look for an overturned boat on the beach. The ECHO Log is sitting near the wreckage.
Context: This is one of the easiest ECHO Logs to spot early in your playthrough. Just follow the coast and you’ll stumble across it naturally.
2. A Hair-brained Scheme
Location: Western river area
How to find it: Navigate to the western side of Coastal Bonescape where a river runs through the region. Look for a bridge spanning the river with a small house built on top of it. Enter the house to find the ECHO Log inside.
Traversal note: You might need to use your grapple hook or double jump to access the bridge structure depending on your approach angle. If you’re still getting used to the movement mechanics, check out our beginners guide for tips.
3. A Novel Find
Location: North of Splashzone
How to find it: The Splashzone is a boss encounter area in Coastal Bonescape. From there, head north until you spot a massive giant skull landmark. The ECHO Log is tucked inside this skull.
Why it’s cool: Giant skull? Check. Mysterious audio log inside? Check. Classic Borderlands environmental storytelling.
4. About the Doubt
Location: Near a Silo location
How to find it: This one requires completing a nearby Silo (these are small challenge areas scattered throughout the world). After clearing the Silo, use the balloon launch mechanic to glide over to a platform where the ECHO Log is waiting.
Silo tip: Silos are worth completing anyway for their loot rewards. If you’re hunting collectibles efficiently, knock out Silos as you encounter them. They often lead to hard-to-reach ECHO Logs or Lost Capsules.
5. A Maker’s Mark ⚠️ Quest-Locked
Location: Shammy’s Shack
How to find it: This ECHO Log only appears during the “Ain’t No Sham in It” side quest.
Quest chain requirements:
- Complete Hangover Helper side quest for Sammy in Coastal Bonescape
- Complete the Mob Mentality quest chain starting at Belton’s Bore in Terminus Range (mission guide here)
- Return to accept “Ain’t No Sham in It”
- The ECHO Log becomes accessible at Shammy’s Shack during this quest
Why it’s missable: If you’re blazing through the main story, you might skip the prerequisite side quests entirely. Make sure to revisit this area later if you’re missing this log.
The Howl ECHO Logs (8 Total)
The Howl is a more developed region featuring The Launchpad settlement—a hub area with multiple vendors, quest givers, and services. This region contains the most ECHO Logs in Fadefields with eight total collectibles.
6. When in Need
Location: The Launchpad settlement
How to find it: Head to the Bank location at The Launchpad. The ECHO Log is sitting on a couch right next to the Bank terminal.
Convenience factor: Since you’ll be visiting the Bank regularly anyway, this is an easy grab. Don’t forget to deposit your spare legendaries while you’re here!
7. Get Pranked
Location: The Launchpad, northeastern area
How to find it: On the northeast side of The Launchpad settlement, there’s an empty swimming pool. Climb up to the diving board and you’ll find the ECHO Log waiting there.
Easter egg vibes: An audio log on a diving board above an empty pool? Someone at Gearbox has a sense of humor.
8. How to Hack ⚠️ Quest-Locked
Location: The Launchpad, locked room
How to find it: This ECHO Log is behind a locked door in The Launchpad. You can only access it after completing The Kairos Job side quest (complete guide here).
Inside the room: The ECHO Log sits on a chair in what appears to be a small office or storage area.
9. Kilo’s Instructions ⚠️ Quest-Locked
Location: The Launchpad, locked room
How to find it: Like “How to Hack,” this ECHO Log is also behind a locked door in The Launchpad that opens after completing The Kairos Job. Look for a workbench with the log sitting on top.
Pro tip: These two quest-locked logs are in the same general area, so grab both once you’ve unlocked access.
10. Fit to Lead
Location: Just south of The Launchpad
How to find it: Leave The Launchpad settlement through the southern exit and look for a hay bale sitting near the road. The ECHO Log is resting on top of it.
Visibility: This one’s pretty easy to spot if you’re paying attention to your surroundings.
11. Safe Cracker
Location: Northwest of The Launchpad
How to find it: Follow the road northwest from The Launchpad until you spot a small shack covered in vines. The ECHO Log is near this structure.
Environmental clue: The vine-covered shack stands out visually, making this location easier to identify even from a distance.
12. Hello, World
Location: Top of a white tower
How to find it: Complete a nearby Silo to unlock the balloon launch pad. Use the balloon to glide over to the top of a distinctive white tower where the ECHO Log is perched.
Traversal challenge: This requires good timing on your glide. If you overshoot or undershoot, you’ll need to restart from the Silo. If you’re struggling with movement mechanics, consider checking out the vehicle guide to fast travel back quickly.
13. Rafa’s Rebirth
Location: Another white tower (different from Hello, World)
How to find it: Climb nearby cliffs using your movement abilities, then glide onto the white tower from above. The ECHO Log is at the top.
Character lore: This log likely contains backstory for Rafa, one of the playable Vault Hunters. Definitely worth a listen if you’re playing as Rafa or curious about her story.
Hungering Plain ECHO Logs (3 Total)
The Hungering Plain is a smaller region but still contains three ECHO Logs to track down. This area features some memorable quest moments and environmental storytelling.
14. Join the Crimson Resistance!
Location: Claptrap’s camp
How to find it: Head to Claptrap’s camp where the “No Place Like Home” side quest takes place (quest guide). Walk out onto the pier and the ECHO Log is sitting at the very end.
Claptrap content: Any time Claptrap is involved, you know you’re in for some entertainment. If Claptrap’s dialogue gets annoying, you can actually mute him in the audio settings.
15. What’s in a Name?
Location: The Flarewell area
How to find it: North of The Flarewell point of interest, there’s a large multi-story building. Make your way up toward the top using the interior stairs, but before you reach the summit, check underneath a metal staircase for the ECHO Log.
Easy to miss: Because it’s tucked under the stairs rather than at the top of the building, many players walk right past this one. Slow down and check every level as you ascend.
16. A Poet’s Life for Me
Location: Near Finway’s Cup side quest
How to find it: The Finway’s Cup side quest is located near a river in Hungering Plain. From the quest marker, head west toward the riverbank and look for a distinctive rock formation. The ECHO Log sits on top of one of these rocks.
Scenic spot: This is actually a pretty nice area visually. Take a moment to enjoy the view while you’re collecting lore.
Idolator’s Noose ECHO Logs (4 Total)
Idolator’s Noose is a region with heavy story significance—it’s connected to the antagonist Idolator Sol. Four ECHO Logs are scattered throughout this area.
17. Till Death Do Us Part
Location: Mirehome
How to find it: Head to Mirehome, the location of the famous Shrek Easter egg. The ECHO Log is found in this same area.
Easter egg bonus: While you’re here grabbing the log, make sure to fully experience the Shrek reference. It’s one of the best Easter eggs in Borderlands 4 on Steam.
18. Safe and Sound
Location: Southwestern coastal cliff
How to find it: Navigate to the southwestern edge of Idolator’s Noose where cliffs overlook the ocean. Look for a balcony structure built into the cliffside. The ECHO Log is sitting on a chair on this balcony.
Photo opportunity: The view from this balcony is genuinely beautiful. Great spot for a screenshot with your customized Vault Hunter.
19. Happy Helper
Location: North of Rosemary’s Reserve
How to find it: From Rosemary’s Reserve, head north toward the river. You’ll find the ECHO Log resting on a hay bale near the water’s edge.
Simple grab: No tricks here—just a straightforward collectible waiting by the riverside.
20. Hear Ye, Hear Ye
Location: East of Rosemary’s Reserve
How to find it: Take the road heading east from Rosemary’s Reserve. Along this path, you’ll encounter a wooden gazebo. The ECHO Log is inside the gazebo structure.
Landmark: Gazebos are pretty distinctive in the Borderlands aesthetic, so this one’s hard to miss once you’re in the right area.
Dissected Plateau ECHO Logs (11 Total)
The Dissected Plateau is the largest collectible-heavy region in Fadefields with a whopping 11 ECHO Logs. Several of these are locked behind endgame content, so you’ll definitely need to return here after completing the main story.
21. Ground Beef
Location: East of Wyclef’s Reprieve
How to find it: From the Wyclef’s Reprieve safe house, follow the road heading east. Look for a covered area (like a shelter or pavilion) along the roadside. The ECHO Log is inside.
Safe house proximity: Since Wyclef’s Reprieve is a fast travel point, this is an easy log to grab whenever you’re passing through.
22. A Laughable Goal
Location: Zadra’s Backup Plan, eastern side
How to find it: Zadra’s Backup Plan is a location tied to story missions. On the eastern side of this area, look for a table with the ECHO Log sitting near it.
Story context: This area features prominently in the One Fell Swoop mission, so you’ll naturally be here during the campaign.
23. Regifting
Location: Zadra’s Backup Plan
How to find it: Still in Zadra’s Backup Plan, search for an operating table (yes, the medical kind). The ECHO Log is positioned near this disturbing piece of furniture.
Tone: Borderlands loves its dark humor, and finding an audio log next to a sketchy operating table is very on-brand.
24. A Day in the Order: Safety Precautions
Location: Synthetic Nave
How to find it: The Synthetic Nave is a story location you’ll explore during the campaign. Look for the room containing the giant green container filled with mysterious goo. The ECHO Log sits on a box in this room.
Lore significance: The “A Day in the Order” series of logs provides insight into the Order’s operations and culture—definitely worth listening to if you’re into the story.
25. A Day in the Order: Approved Terminology
Location: Synthetic Nave
How to find it: Inside the Synthetic Nave, find the computer room with a broken window. The ECHO Log is inside this room.
Sequential discovery: You’ll likely find these “Day in the Order” logs as you progress through the Synthetic Nave naturally. They seem designed to be discovered in sequence.
26. A Day in the Order: Weapons Training
Location: Synthetic Nave entrance
How to find it: This one’s actually at the very beginning of the Synthetic Nave area, before you properly enter the interior. Check the left side of the first courtyard or entrance zone for the log.
Easy to miss: Because it’s before the “real” interior begins, players often rush past this thinking the collectibles are all deeper inside.
27. The Exo-Rift Works! ⚠️ Post-Story Only
Location: Near Deep Seven Order Silo
How to find it: This ECHO Log is behind a locked door that only opens after you’ve completed the main story and accepted the “Exit Through the Rift Shop” side quest (complete guide).
Post-game content: Mark this on your mental checklist for your endgame cleanup run.
28. Lunch is Mine! ⚠️ Post-Story Only
Location: Near Deep Seven Order Silo
How to find it: Another locked door near Deep Seven that opens during the “Exit Through the Rift Shop” quest. Same requirements as the previous log.
Humor factor: A dramatic ECHO Log title about… lunch? Never change, Borderlands.
29. Subject 1015 ⚠️ Post-Story Only
Location: Deep Seven rift testing chambers
How to find it: During the “Exit Through the Rift Shop” quest, you’ll gain access to purple teleportation rifts leading to testing chambers within Deep Seven. This ECHO Log is in one of these chambers.
Experimentation vibes: The Deep Seven facility has serious “unethical science experiments” energy, and these logs reinforce that atmosphere.
30. Subject 1418 ⚠️ Post-Story Only
Location: Deep Seven rift testing chambers
How to find it: Found in the same general area as Subject 1015—another rift testing chamber accessed through the purple portals during “Exit Through the Rift Shop.”
Collection tip: These two Subject logs are close together, so you can grab them in quick succession during your endgame sweep.
31. Eridium Warning! ⚠️ Post-Story Only
Location: Deep Seven interior
How to find it: Accessed through the purple teleportation rift during “Exit Through the Rift Shop.” Look for a table inside the Deep Seven facility proper where this final Fadefields ECHO Log rests.
Eridium reference: Eridium is the rare resource that’s been central to Borderlands lore since BL2. Seeing warnings about it in Borderlands 4 on PlayStation suggests it still plays a major role in the universe’s power dynamics.
ECHO Logs That Require Main Story Completion
To help you plan your collection route efficiently, here’s a quick summary of quest-locked and post-story ECHO Logs:
Quest-Locked (Available During Campaign):
- A Maker’s Mark – Requires completing Hangover Helper and Mob Mentality quest chains
- How to Hack – Requires completing The Kairos Job
- Kilo’s Instructions – Requires completing The Kairos Job
Post-Story Only (Requires Main Story Completion):
- The Exo-Rift Works! – Exit Through the Rift Shop quest
- Lunch is Mine! – Exit Through the Rift Shop quest
- Subject 1015 – Exit Through the Rift Shop quest
- Subject 1418 – Exit Through the Rift Shop quest
- Eridium Warning! – Exit Through the Rift Shop quest
That’s 8 out of 31 logs that can’t be collected on your first playthrough. Don’t stress if you’re missing these—they’re intentionally gated behind progression.
Efficient Collection Routes
If you’re trying to collect all Fadefields ECHO Logs efficiently, here’s how I’d approach it:
First Playthrough (During Campaign):
- Collect all open-world logs naturally as you explore each region
- Complete The Kairos Job to unlock the two Launchpad logs
- Complete the Mob Mentality quest chain for Shammy’s Shack log
- Expected total: 23-26 logs depending on your side quest completion
Post-Story Cleanup:
- Fast travel to Dissected Plateau
- Accept “Exit Through the Rift Shop” quest
- Collect all 5 Deep Seven logs in one sweep
- Double-check any missed open-world logs with a guide
Time investment: If you’re collecting systematically during your playthrough, you won’t need more than 30-45 minutes of dedicated cleanup time post-story for the remaining logs.
Other Fadefields Collectibles
While you’re hunting ECHO Logs, don’t forget about the other collectibles scattered throughout Fadefields:
Additional collectibles to hunt:
- Vault Symbols – Hidden symbols that unlock rewards (Vault symbols guide)
- Lost Capsules – Contain SDU tokens for inventory upgrades
- Claptrap Missions – Special objectives from everyone’s favorite robot (Claptrap locations)
Why collect everything?
Beyond completion satisfaction, many collectibles directly improve your gameplay experience through inventory expansions, cosmetic unlocks, and achievement progress toward Ultimate Vault Hunter Rank 5.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
ECHO Log isn’t appearing where the guide says it should be:
- Check if it requires a specific quest to be active or completed
- Verify you’re in the correct sub-region (The Howl vs Coastal Bonescape, etc.)
- Some logs only spawn during certain missions
Can’t reach an ECHO Log location:
- Make sure you’ve unlocked all movement abilities
- Look for alternative routes using grapple points or Silo balloons
- Consider using a vehicle to reach distant locations faster
Missing logs count toward completion:
- Check your map for the collectible counter in each region
- Cross-reference with this guide to identify which specific logs you’re missing
- Post-story logs won’t count until you’ve completed the main campaign
Ending Notes
Collecting all 31 ECHO Logs in Fadefields is a satisfying completionist goal that enriches your understanding of Kairos and the Borderlands universe. The logs provide context for characters like Rafa, factions like the Order, and the world’s history leading up to the events of the game.
What I appreciate about Borderlands 4‘s collectible design is that they’re not just checkbox items—many of them are integrated into the environment in meaningful ways. Finding “Till Death Do Us Part” at the Shrek Easter egg location or discovering “A Maker’s Mark” through a multi-quest chain feels more organic than just hunting glowing objects on a map.
The post-story Deep Seven logs are particularly interesting from a lore perspective, hinting at the Order’s darker experiments and the role of Eridium in their operations. If you’re invested in the story, those five logs alone make the post-game cleanup worth it.
Now get out there and start collecting! Whether you’re knocking these out during your first playthrough or coming back for endgame completion, you’re well-equipped with all the info you need.
Planning your trophy hunt? Check out our complete achievement guide or browse other collectible guides to maximize your completion percentage.
