Turn Jacksonville into a playful city-wide puzzle with a 2-hour Wacky Walks scavenger hunt. Use your phone for riddles, photo challenges and a national leaderboard while exploring the riverfront, historic neighborhoods, and local street art.
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You start on a sun-warmed sidewalk with the St. Johns River daring you across the road and a stack of clues waiting on your phone. The city’s mix of broad avenues, shaded parks and sudden waterfront views becomes your gameboard; every mural, brass plaque and bronze statue is a possibility for points.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic walking endurance for 2–4 miles recommended
Wildlife
History
Jacksonville grew as a river port and rail hub; its downtown grid and riverfront reflect 19th- and 20th-century growth tied to shipping, timber and railroads.
Conservation
Keep to sidewalks and marked parks to protect shoreline vegetation and use public trash/recycling bins; avoid disturbing birds in riverfront marshes.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Jacksonville by Wacky Walks today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The game runs through an app and relies on photos and chat with a remote host — bring a full battery or a power bank.
Wear supportive shoes
Expect 2–4 miles on sidewalks and park paths; comfortable walking shoes reduce fatigue and speed up clue collection.
Watch the weather
Florida can shift from sun to showers quickly — bring a light rain shell and sunscreen during warm months.
Use public transit or plan parking
Downtown parking is available but limited during events; check transit options or arrive early to secure a spot.
Smartphone with data
Required to run the app, submit photos, and communicate with the remote host.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered for navigation, photos, and live chat over two hours.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes make the 2–4 mile urban route easier and faster.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is key in Jacksonville’s heat and humidity — refill stations are limited on-route.
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