Discover Ashland on a 2-mile self-guided scavenger hunt that links Lithia Park, historic mills and Oregon Shakespeare Festival sites. Register online, bring a charged phone, and plan two hours to solve riddles and photograph hidden gems.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the curb into a city that moves at human pace: Ashland’s creek pushes bright and cold beside the trail, the bandshell watches over a ribbon of lawn, and wooden bridges dare you across shoals of glass-smooth water.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness—must be able to cover ~2 miles with brief stair sections.
Wildlife
History
Ashland’s park and downtown grew around Lithia Water’s late-19th-century health craze; the Oregon Shakespeare Festival began in 1935 and transformed the town into a regional cultural hub.
Conservation
Lithia Park is managed for public access and riparian health—stay on trails, carry out trash, and avoid feeding wildlife to protect creek habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Ashland Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Register before you arrive
Complete online registration via the voucher link and have the booking reference handy on your phone to unlock the scavenger hunt.
Charge your phone and bring a power bank
The game is smartphone-based and requires cellular data; a backup battery prevents an abrupt end to clues or photos.
Respect Lithia Park rules
Lithia Park prohibits dogs (service animals permitted) and has delicate plantings—stay on paths and follow posted signs.
Plan for 2 miles and 90–120 minutes
The route is mostly paved with short stair sections; allow extra time during festival weekends for crowds and photo stops.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for paved paths, sidewalks and short stair sections.
Charged smartphone with data
Needed to register, access clues and submit answers on the scavenger platform.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while walking and solving clues; refill stations and shops are available downtown.
summer
Light rain shell or jacket
Protects against coastal-influenced showers and cooler temperatures near the creek.
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