Turn Eugene into a seasonal playground with the Holly Jolly Hunt app. Photograph prompts, city challenges and a live leaderboard make this one-hour urban scavenger hunt a lively way to explore downtown, local murals and riverside views.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A crisp downtown morning puts you at the edge of the Park Blocks, phone in hand and a route that will thread through painted murals, holiday storefronts and the Willamette River’s restless edge. The Holly Jolly Hunt uses a location-aware app to turn Eugene’s streets into a timed game: photograph prompts, complete playful challenges and watch your team climb the leaderboard while the city answers back with quirky decorations and local color.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic mobility to walk short urban distances recommended
Wildlife
History
Eugene grew from mid-19th century frontier settlement into a university and arts hub; its downtown streets reflect layered civic, cultural and transit history.
Conservation
Keep the hunt low-impact: use marked sidewalks, dispose of waste at city bins and avoid disturbing green spaces; urban Leave No Trace helps preserve public art and parks.
Reserve your spot on the Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Eugene with Holly Jolly Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge & Protect Your Phone
This tour runs through an app and requires photos — bring a full battery or power bank and a protective case for wet weather.
Choose Comfortable Footwear
Expect up to an hour of walking on sidewalks, cobblestones and park paths — supportive shoes keep the fun going.
Watch for Traffic and Private Property
Challenges may take you to busy intersections and storefronts — obey traffic signals and avoid entering private spaces.
Start Near the Park Blocks
Begin at the Park Blocks or a central downtown plaza to access a dense set of prompts and easy public transport links.
Smartphone with Camera
Needed to run the app, submit photo challenges and view the leaderboard.
Portable Charger
Keeps your device powered through photo-heavy play and maps.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive shoes make navigating varied pavement and park paths easier.
Light Waterproof Jacket
Oregon weather can turn quickly; a packable shell keeps you dry without slowing the game.
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