Turn El Paso’s downtown into a timed survival map with an app, a remote host, and a list of zombie-themed challenges. This one-hour mobile scavenger hunt blends strategy, local history, and walkable urban exploration.
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The sun hits the tile and metal of downtown El Paso as teams bend over phones, scanning storefronts and plazas for the next survival item. The city’s streets become a playfield: a remote host nudges teams by chat while strangers turn into collaborators, racing to collect virtual points and complete zombie-themed challenges in any order they choose.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels—requires short bursts of walking and standing, not sustained cardio.
Wildlife
History
El Paso grew at a major fording point on the Rio Grande and reflects Indigenous, Spanish colonial, and cross-border trade history visible in downtown architecture and plazas.
Conservation
Stay on sidewalks and public plazas, pack out litter, and support local businesses encountered on the route to reduce impact and respect historic sites.
Reserve your spot on the El Paso City Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The game runs entirely through a mobile app and chat with a remote host—bring a fully charged phone and a power bank.
Hydrate for summer
Downtown can get hot; carry a water bottle and schedule the hunt for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak heat.
Comfortable shoes matter
You’ll be on your feet on sidewalks and occasional steps—supportive footwear keeps you nimble between tasks.
Respect private property
Items and challenges are placed in public spaces—don’t enter private businesses or restricted areas to retrieve clues.
Smartphone with data
Required for the app, challenges, and remote-host chat.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through the one-hour game and photo tasks.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially during hot months.
summer
Comfortable walking shoes
Paved routes and brief spurts of running call for supportive footwear.