Turn downtown Bismarck into a two-hour live-hosted game: a digital scavenger hunt that mixes history, local color, and creative challenges. Bring a charged smartphone and curiosity.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out onto a wide Midwestern sidewalk with the Missouri River daring you from one edge and brick storefronts holding their history on the other. The Bismarck Bash begins at a local favorite meeting spot; within minutes your remote live host sends the first clue and the town morphs into a playground of puzzles, photo challenges, and unexpected detours.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; able to walk several miles and complete short, active challenges
Wildlife
History
Bismarck grew rapidly after the Northern Pacific Railroad arrived in the 1870s and later became North Dakota’s capital, leaving a compact downtown of civic architecture and riverfront parks.
Conservation
Stay on marked paths, pack out trash, and support small local businesses featured in the hunt; minimizing disturbance of riverfront habitats helps protect migratory birds and riparian plants.
Reserve your spot on the Bismarck Bash Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
The game is phone-driven and requires GPS, photos, and texting to your remote host; a backup data plan or WhatsApp is essential for international numbers.
Wear supportive shoes
You’ll alternate walking and quick bursts between checkpoints—comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes keep feet happy for two hours.
Carry a power bank
Photo challenges and GPS drain batteries fast; a portable charger keeps your team online and scoring.
Respect public spaces
You may interact with locals and enter public venues—ask permission for photos and follow park rules to keep the hunt safe and fun.
Smartphone with data/GPS
Required for clues, photos, and live-host communication.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear for mixed urban and park surfaces.
Portable battery pack
Keeps devices charged through photo and GPS-heavy play.
Weather-appropriate layers
Spring wind or winter chill impacts comfort—dress in layers.