How to Find Journal 37 in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Complete Collectible Guide)

Why Finding Journal 37 Is Actually Tricky (And Worth It)

After scouring Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for collectible journals, Journal 37 stumped me far longer than most. I thought I’d tracked down every main area, but this one isn’t just hiding-it’s locked behind a progression wall and tucked on a secluded beach that’s easy to miss. If you’re after the “Suivre la piste” trophy, or you simply love lore like I do, missing this entry is a headache you don’t want!

This guide covers exactly how to reach Journal 37, what you need unlocked, pitfalls to avoid, and efficiency tips to claim Laure’s final reflections without hours of wandering. Expect about 5-10 minutes from prerequisite unlock to pickup-assuming you know the route and avoid my early mistakes.

Pre-Requisites: What You Actually Need Before You Go

• Complete Act II (story required)
• Unlock Esquie’s flying ability – rewarded after Act II’s final boss fight
• Access to free exploration (post-mission sequence back in the open world)

Don’t waste time looking for Journal 37 before flying is unlocked! For hours, I tried clambering over cliffs with my limited mobility-I just didn’t realize the beach was completely unreachable on foot. The breakthrough hit the moment Esquie earned her flight power: suddenly, the entire map snapped open, including the hidden Gestral Beach.

Step 1: Reach the North and Locate Gestral Beach

The Gestral Beach is northeast of Sirene, tucked behind a ring of mountains on a little island. I burned almost 25 minutes my first time circling from different angles, so here’s exactly what I wish I’d known:

• From the main settlement of Sirene, hop onto Esquie and fly east-northeast. If in doubt, use your minimap and look for an off-shore, oval island ringed by steep cliffs.
• You must be airborne—there are no climbable paths or bridges. Fly directly until you spot broad sandy dunes and palm clusters.
• Land anywhere on the open stretch referred to in-game as Gestral Beach.

Common pitfall: If you try swooping in from the north or far east, some wind currents push you away. Approach straight from Sirene and keep Esquie high to avoid these “edge walls”.

Step 2: Find the Journal’s Exact Location

Once you’ve set down on Gestral Beach—don’t get distracted by wide open sand! Journal 37 is tucked to the right side as you arrive (your character’s right, facing inland). I almost missed it, expecting an obvious marker. Instead:

• Walk along the shoreline away from the water and toward a cluster of rocks and palm trees.
• Look for a low, semi-hidden outcrop. The journal rests just behind a modest dune, gleaming with the collectibles shimmer if you get close.
• If you see a wide staircase or a rock wall leading north, you’ve gone too far—head back along the lowest beach path.

Learn from my mistake: I wasted at least five minutes scouring the middle of the beach, but the journal is actually closer to the eastern edge, slightly obscured by the terrain shadow. It blends with the sand during certain times of day!

Optional: Tackle the Gestral Climb (for Bonus Rewards)

While grabbing Journal 37, you’ll notice a mention of the infamous “Gestral wall climb”. Laure’s journal hints at a special reward for anyone who can best this mini-challenge. Here’s the deal:

• Head toward the rock wall at the northern edge of the beach.
• Start at the middle lane—as mentioned in Laure’s account, this is the only path that leads all the way to the top without dead-ends.
• This climb is deceptively difficult: take your time and use Esquie’s full vertical boost (hold Jump to charge, then release), but pace yourself so you don’t overheat stamina.
• Your reward at the summit is the Maillot de bain outfit for Maëlle, plus an achievement tick if you’re collecting everything.

Pro-tip: The climb is much easier if you zoom the camera out fully and look for handholds to the left and right before dashing up. I failed it repeatedly before realizing the final ledge is slightly to the right, hidden by a palm trunk!

What’s Inside Journal 37? (Lore & Achievement Pointers)

Journal 37 captures Laure’s emotional struggle and her choice to spend her last days on the serene sands of Gestral, away from her doomed companions. Her regret, reflections, and the hint toward the climbing challenge all feed into Expedition 33’s deeper themes of memory and courage.

• Collecting this journal counts toward the “Suivre la piste” achievement—you must gather all expedition journals for 100% completion.
• You’ll also gain the “Colour of Lumina” bonus, which unlocks visual enhancements and lore codex entries.
• If you follow up with the climb, you nab both Maëlle’s swimsuit and an incremental trophy.

Common Mistakes and Troubleshooting Tips

• Arriving before flight is unlocked: You won’t reach Gestral Beach. Wait until Esquie can fly after Act II!
• Landing too early: The terrain gets steep fast—land on open sand, not near the palm grove, to avoid sliding off.
• Missing the journal due to time of day: Shadows obscure the collectible. If needed, camp or adjust time via the nearest bonfire to brighten up the area.
• Not checking the middle path for the climb: Both sides dead-end halfway up. The center “lane” is always correct.

Advanced Tips for Expeditious Collectors

• Use fast travel: Return to Sirene first, then execute a direct flight—this saves several minutes versus trekking from distant camps.
• Fly high on approach: Avoid invisible map walls and environmental currents by holding Ascend while flying with Esquie.
• Bring consumables: If you plan to attempt the climb multiple times, pack stamina recovery items to reset failed runs without waiting.
• Check journal progress in the pause menu so you don’t overlook previous entries on your way out!

Recap: Your Journal 37 Checklist

• Finish Act II and unlock flight with Esquie
• Depart from Sirene, fly directly east to Gestral Beach
• Land on open sand, head right to find Journal 37 near rocks and palms
• Optionally climb the wall via the middle path to claim Maëlle’s Maillot de bain outfit
• Check off the “Suivre la piste” trophy with this final entry

If you’re a completionist or trophy hunter, don’t leave this till the last minute. In my experience, tracking down missed journals after credits roll is a real chore. Hit Gestral Beach as soon as you get flight, and you’ll nab not only Laure’s poignant farewell but a critical step toward Expedition 33 mastery.

Good luck out there—may the winds carry you cleanly to that golden shore!