Race through downtown Kalamazoo solving riddles, snapping creative photos, and competing on a live leaderboard. This 2-hour app-driven scavenger hunt mixes local history, street art, and playful challenges guided by a remote host.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The city breathes challenge: early light on brick facades, the Kalamazoo River nudging the edge of downtown, and a phone buzzing with the first riddle. You and your team scatter down narrow streets and public squares, chasing photographic prompts and goofy tasks that push you to look twice at murals, historical markers, and shop windows.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking and standing; suitable for most fitness levels including families and seniors.
Wildlife
History
Kalamazoo grew through 19th-century manufacturing, later becoming known for musical instrument manufacturing and a thriving downtown arts scene.
Conservation
Downtown and the Kalamazoo River have active cleanup and greenspace initiatives—respect trails, dispose of trash, and follow local signage to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Kalamazoo by Operation City Quest today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone fully
The game runs through an app—bring a portable charger to avoid losing progress mid-hunt.
Comfortable shoes for pavement
Expect 1–3 miles of walking on sidewalks and occasional uneven patches near the river.
Plan a start/finish spot
Pick a convenient café or Bronson Park as your rendezvous to simplify meetups and photos.
Keep ID and small cash
Some prompts may send you into shops or markets—carry ID and a few dollars for incidental purchases.
Smartphone with data
Required to run the app, submit photos, and communicate with the remote host.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through photo uploads and navigation.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction and comfort on sidewalks, plazas, and occasional uneven surfaces.
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated between stops—there are limited water stations on-route.
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