Play detective in Pocatello with a mobile audio scavenger hunt that sends you to 10 locations across town. Choose a walking or driving map, listen to professional voice actors, gather clues, and piece together a murder case at your own pace.
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The downtown streets hum with ordinary Saturday traffic until the app asks you to stop, listen, and take in the small clues tucked into façades and alleyways. You’ll stand on a concrete curb, earbuds in, as a commander’s voice hands you the key to a murder case — the city itself your crime scene and 10 mapped locations your evidence bank.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels — moderate walking and standing; driving option available for limited mobility.
Wildlife
History
Pocatello grew from a Shoshone-Bannock homeland into a 19th-century rail and trading junction; many downtown buildings reflect that layered industrial past.
Conservation
Stay on sidewalks and designated parking areas; respect private property and local businesses when pausing to listen or take photos.
Reserve your spot on the Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Pocatello ID today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Prioritize audio clarity
Use earbuds and check volume before each scene — dialogue drives the mystery and missed lines mean missed clues.
Charge and carry a power bank
The app and GPS are battery-intensive; bring a portable charger to avoid interruptions mid-case.
Mind local traffic and parking
If using the driving map, plan for city parking and obey traffic laws; for walking, watch curb cuts and busy intersections.
Play in teams for fun
Divide roles (navigator, note-taker, ear) to improve your score and keep the story moving through pauses and discussion.
Smartphone with Hearo app installed
Runs the audio, maps, and scoring system; necessary to play.
Earbuds or headphones
Ensures you hear dialogue and clues clearly amid city noise.
Comfortable walking shoes
Downtown surfaces vary; expect blocks of standing and short hikes between stops.
Portable charger
Keeps your phone powered through GPS use and long playback sessions.
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