How to Get Out of a Minecraft Hole

Discover the best techniques for escaping a Minecraft hole.

Minecraft is more than just building and fighting. Sometimes, you may find yourself trapped in a player-size hole or a deep crevasse. But don't worry! There are two foolproof ways to rescue yourself.

Build your way to freedom, one block at a time!

Hop and plop!

In Minecraft, you can use a technique called pillaring to gain height quickly. Simply equip a block like dirt or cobblestone, look down, and tap the jump button and the center of the screen rapidly. Repeat this process until you reach the top of the pit. Voila! You're free!

Pro tip: To avoid accidentally falling off your tower, double-tap the sneak button before starting pillaring. Crouching will keep you from tumbling down.

Don’t let a hole ruin your creativity. Tap twice and fly to safety.

Up, up, and away

If you're playing Minecraft's Creative mode, you have the power of flight! Simply double-tap the jump button to take flight and escape the deepest chasms in the game.

You can use the arrows above and below the jump button to ascend or descend. To return to the ground, double-tap the jump button again.