Turn Durango’s history, art, and riverfront into a two-hour live action game show. This guided scavenger hunt uses WhatsApp prompts to send teams on creative tasks—photo, video and storytelling challenges—across downtown streets and rail-side views.
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You step off Main Avenue with a phone buzzing like a co-conspirator: Tara, your huntmaster, has arrived in your pocket. The Animas River threads the town, daring you toward alleys, murals, and the clack of the Durango & Silverton rails in the distance. Over two hours you'll sprint, sketch, and record the city—turning historic storefronts and public art into checkpoints in an interactive game show.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—requires short bursts of walking and climbing stairs in town; minimal cardiovascular strain.
Wildlife
History
Durango grew rapidly in the 1880s with mining and the arrival of the narrow-gauge railroad; many downtown buildings date to that boom and still display period signage and architecture.
Conservation
Durango emphasizes low-impact tourism—stay on public sidewalks and trails, pack out waste, and respect riverbanks to protect riparian habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt (Durango,Colorado) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Contact your host before the hunt
Message Tara on WhatsApp the day prior for key pregame info and the exact start location to avoid delays.
Bring a charged smartphone
The game runs through messaging and media submissions—carry a power bank if your battery is low.
Wear supportive shoes
Downtown includes uneven sidewalks and short cobblestone sections—opt for shoes with good grip.
Plan for weather changes
Mountain towns can shift from sun to wind quickly—bring a light shell in spring and fall.
Smartphone with camera
Needed to receive clues, submit photos/videos, and communicate with the host via WhatsApp.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on sidewalks, cobbles, and occasional riverfront paths.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during active play; refill stations are available in downtown Durango.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Blocks wind and light rain—useful for sudden mountain weather shifts in spring and fall.
spring