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Turn a stroll through Avalon’s harbor into a playful self-guided scavenger hunt. This two-hour smartphone game guides you past historic landmarks, local shops and overlooked memorials while you solve 19 challenges at your own pace.
Turn a stroll through Avalon’s harbor into a playful self-guided scavenger hunt. This two-hour smartphone game guides you past historic landmarks, local shops and overlooked memorials while you solve 19 challenges at your own pace.
You step off the ferry into Avalon’s harbor air—salty, bright and threaded with gull calls—then your phone chimes and the game begins. The scavenger hunt unfurls along the waterfront: painted storefronts, the rounded face of the Avalon Casino, palm-lined promenades and the quieter corners that most visitors pass without seeing.
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Operated by Scavenger Hunt Walking Tours · Avalon, California
You step off the ferry into Avalon’s harbor air—salty, bright and threaded with gull calls—then your phone chimes and the game begins. The scavenger hunt unfurls along the waterfront: painted storefronts, the rounded face of the Avalon Casino, palm-lined promenades and the quieter corners that most visitors pass without seeing.
Avalon’s streets reflect a layered history: early Tongva and Chumash presence, 19th-century maritime outposts, and William Wrigley Jr.’s 20th-century investments that shaped the town’s architecture and public spaces. Geologically, Catalina is a steep, uplifted island with rocky headlands and marine terraces that frame the harbor—the town grew where the sea let it. Local culture is compact and service-driven; galleries, eateries and small museums speak to a seasonal tourist economy and conservation efforts by the Catalina Island Conservancy.
Practically, expect a 1.8–2 mile self-paced loop with about 19 smartphone-driven challenges that test observation and local knowledge. The route is flat and accessible; many surfaces are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. Play alone or in groups of up to six, score points on a leaderboard, and stop into shops or the Wrigley Memorial if you want to extend the day. Cell service is generally reliable in Avalon, but bring a charged phone and a portable charger.
Timing matters: start in the morning to avoid ferry crowds or late afternoon for golden light on the water. Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a light layer for coastal breeze. Hydrate and keep your answers short and observant—the town rewards attention.
This game-style tour gives you a curious itinerary without a guide: it’s an invitation to look closer at an island town that often rushes by on scheduled departures.
easy.
1.5–2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to walk two miles at a relaxed pace.
No—this is self-guided and can be started at any time that fits your schedule within operating hours; check local ferry times to coordinate travel.
Yes—the route is described as wheelchair- and stroller-accessible with paved surfaces through the central harbor area.
Groups of 1 to 6 can play on a single booking; larger groups should split into multiple bookings to remain competitive on the leaderboard.
Full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled time; cancelations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Avalon’s modern shape was heavily influenced by William Wrigley Jr. in the early 20th century, including investment in civic buildings and conservation trusts.
The Catalina Island Conservancy manages much of the island; visitors should stay on public paths, avoid feeding wildlife and follow ferry and waste guidelines to reduce impact.
Scavenger Hunt Walking Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the ferry into Avalon’s harbor air—salty, bright and threaded with gull calls—then your phone chimes and the game begins. The scavenger hunt unfurls along the waterfront: painted storefronts, the rounded face of the Avalon Casino, palm-lined promenades and the quieter corners that most visitors pass without seeing.
You step off the ferry into Avalon’s harbor air—salty, bright and threaded with gull calls—then your phone chimes and the game begins. The scavenger hunt unfurls along the waterfront: painted storefronts, the rounded face of the Avalon Casino, palm-lined promenades and the quieter corners that most visitors pass without seeing.
Avalon’s streets reflect a layered history: early Tongva and Chumash presence, 19th-century maritime outposts, and William Wrigley Jr.’s 20th-century investments that shaped the town’s architecture and public spaces. Geologically, Catalina is a steep, uplifted island with rocky headlands and marine terraces that frame the harbor—the town grew where the sea let it. Local culture is compact and service-driven; galleries, eateries and small museums speak to a seasonal tourist economy and conservation efforts by the Catalina Island Conservancy.
Practically, expect a 1.8–2 mile self-paced loop with about 19 smartphone-driven challenges that test observation and local knowledge. The route is flat and accessible; many surfaces are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. Play alone or in groups of up to six, score points on a leaderboard, and stop into shops or the Wrigley Memorial if you want to extend the day. Cell service is generally reliable in Avalon, but bring a charged phone and a portable charger.
Timing matters: start in the morning to avoid ferry crowds or late afternoon for golden light on the water. Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a light layer for coastal breeze. Hydrate and keep your answers short and observant—the town rewards attention.
This game-style tour gives you a curious itinerary without a guide: it’s an invitation to look closer at an island town that often rushes by on scheduled departures.