Race through Dauphin Island with a live remote host guiding a two-hour mobile scavenger hunt. Explore beaches, Fort Gaines history, and local oddities while solving clues and texting photos to earn points.
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The salt-bright air tugs at your hair and gulls wheel like punctuation as you read the first clue on your phone. You begin outside a local favorite — a low dune, a storefront, a marker — and a remote host, invisible but lively over text, nudges you toward your first checkpoint.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking and short drives; suitable for most fitness levels including families and casual walkers
Wildlife
History
The island hosts Fort Gaines (1830s/Civil War era) and ancient Indigenous shell middens that mark centuries of coastal habitation.
Conservation
The Audubon Bird Sanctuary and local dune systems are protected; stay on trails, pack out trash, and avoid disturbing nesting birds.
Reserve your spot on the Dizzy Dauphin Island Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and bring a backup
The experience runs through your mobile device and photo uploads; a full battery and portable charger are essential.
Wear versatile footwear
Expect sandy boardwalks, paved streets, and occasional uneven paths—grippy, closed-toe shoes keep you moving.
Plan for sun and tide
Start early in summer and check tide times if clues lead to the shoreline to avoid midday heat and exposed wet sand.
Respect private property and wildlife
Many checkpoints are near businesses and sensitive bird habitats—ask before entering buildings and keep a respectful distance from nesting areas.
Smartphone with data
Required for the digital hunt, photo submissions, and communication with the remote host.
Portable power bank
Keeps your device charged through photo uploads and navigation.
Comfortable, grippy walking shoes
Useful for mixed terrain: sand, boardwalks, and town streets.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Open sections and beach checkpoints expose you to strong sun—protect skin and eyes.
summer