# Ocean Explorer Map Renamed to Ocean Monument Map in 2026 Canonical: https://guides.gaialegends.pro/posts/ocean-explorer-map-renamed-ocean-monument-map-2026 Published: 2026-10-06 Updated: 2026-10-06 Version scope: Java Edition 26.3 and Bedrock Edition 26.60 > In 2026, Mojang renamed the Ocean Explorer Map to Ocean Monument Map for clarity. The change applies to Java Edition 26.3 (final snapshot) and Bedrock Edition 26.60 (releasing October 27, 2026). Other explorer maps were also renamed: Jungle Explorer Map → Jungle Pyramid Map, Swamp Explorer Map → Swamp Hut Map, Trial Explorer Map → Buried Trial Chambers Map, and Woodland Explorer Map → Woodland Mansion Map. The maps still work the same way—trade with a cartographer villager to get one. In 2026, Mojang renamed the Ocean Explorer Map to Ocean Monument Map for clarity. The change applies to Java Edition 26.3 (final snapshot) and Bedrock Edition 26.60 (releasing October 27, 2026). Other explorer maps were also renamed: Jungle Explorer Map → Jungle Pyramid Map, Swamp Explorer Map → Swamp Hut Map, Trial Explorer Map → Buried Trial Chambers Map, and Woodland Explorer Map → Woodland Mansion Map. The maps still work the same way—trade with a cartographer villager to get one. ## Key Takeaways | Point | Details | | --- | --- | | Ocean Explorer Map renamed | Ocean Explorer Map renamed to Ocean Monument Map in both Java 26.3 and Bedrock 26.60. | | All five explorer maps | All five explorer maps received clearer names in the same updates. | | Bedrock 26.60 releases October | Bedrock 26.60 releases October 27, 2026; Java 26.3 snapshot 10 released August 25, 2026. | | The map functions identically—trade | The map functions identically—trade with a cartographer villager to find an ocean monument. | | Existing maps in your | Existing maps in your inventory will update to the new name when you reload the world. | ## Direct Answer: Yes, the Rename Is Official The Ocean Explorer Map is now called the Ocean Monument Map in both Java Edition 26.3 and Bedrock Edition 26.60. This is part of a broader rename of all explorer maps to more clearly indicate the structure they lead to. > 26.3 Snapshot 10 (known as 26.3-snapshot-10 in the launcher) is the tenth and final snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on August 25, 2026, which changes the panorama for the Wilderness Bound drop, renames explorer maps, improves performance, and fixes bugs. > 26.60, also known as 1.26.60, is an upcoming minor update for Bedrock Edition set to release on October 27, 2026, which adds experimental features for the fourth drop of 2026 and fixes bugs. ## Complete List of Explorer Map Name Changes in 2026 ![Ocean Explorer Map Renamed to Ocean Monument Map in 2026 supporting Minecraft scene 1](/images/posts/ocean-explorer-map-renamed-ocean-monument-map-2026-inline-1.webp) | Old Name | New Name | |----------|----------| | Ocean Explorer Map | Ocean Monument Map | | Jungle Explorer Map | Jungle Pyramid Map | | Swamp Explorer Map | Swamp Hut Map | | Trial Explorer Map | Buried Trial Chambers Map | | Woodland Explorer Map | Woodland Mansion Map | The names above are taken directly from the official changelogs for both editions. ## How to Get an Ocean Monument Map After the Update You obtain the map the same way as before: trade with an Apprentice-level cartographer villager. The item now displays "Ocean Monument Map" in its tooltip. The map functions identically—it reveals the location of a nearby ocean monument. For strategies on defeating the elder guardian and looting the monument safely in hardcore mode, see our guide on [How to Defeat Every Minecraft Boss in Hardcore Mode (2026)](/posts/how-to-defeat-every-minecraft-boss-in-hardcore-mode-2026). If you already have an old Explorer Map in your inventory, its display name will update when you reload the world in the new version. ## Why the Name Change? Mojang renamed these maps to improve clarity. "Ocean Explorer Map" was vague—players might not know it pointed specifically to an ocean monument rather than a general ocean structure. The new naming pattern matches the other explorer maps and makes it immediately obvious what you’re seeking. This change applies to all explorer maps obtained from cartographers after the update. ## Related Changes in the Same Updates Bedrock Edition 26.60, releasing October 27, 2026, is the first full release for Nintendo Switch 2 and includes Vibrant Visuals plus an increased render distance of 28 chunks. Java Edition 26.3 snapshot 10 (August 25, 2026) also adds a new `/compute` command, new block and fluid tags, and various mob fixes. For more on exploring structures safely, check out our [Woodland Mansion survival guide](/posts/how-to-survive-a-woodland-mansion-in-hardcore-minecraft-2026-guide), as the Woodland Explorer Map was also renamed. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Will my old Ocean Explorer Maps still work after the rename? Yes. The map item name changes, but the map’s data—the structure location it points to—remains the same. When you load the world after updating, the name should update automatically. ### What other explorer maps were renamed? All five explorer maps: Ocean Explorer Map → Ocean Monument Map, Jungle Explorer Map → Jungle Pyramid Map, Swamp Explorer Map → Swamp Hut Map, Trial Explorer Map → Buried Trial Chambers Map, and Woodland Explorer Map → Woodland Mansion Map. ### How do I get an Ocean Monument Map after the update? Trade with an apprentice-level cartographer villager. The map will now be called Ocean Monument Map, but the trade recipe is unchanged. ### Is the rename only on Java Edition? No, the rename applies to both Java Edition 26.3 and Bedrock Edition 26.60. Both changelogs list the exact same map renames. ## Sources - 26.3 Snapshot 10 (known as 26.3-snapshot-10 in the launcher) is the tenth and final snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on August 25, 2026, which changes the panorama for the Wilderness Bound drop, renames explorer maps, improves performance, and fixes bugs. — [Java Edition 26.3 Snapshot 10](https://minecraft.wiki/w/Java_Edition_26.3_Snapshot_10) - 26.60, also known as 1.26.60, is an upcoming minor update for Bedrock Edition set to release on October 27, 2026, which adds experimental features for the fourth drop of 2026 and fixes bugs. — [Bedrock Edition 26.60](https://minecraft.wiki/w/Bedrock_Edition_26.60)