Race across Lansing with a live remote host guiding your team through street-side puzzles, quirky local challenges, and hidden cultural stops. This two-hour scavenger hunt blends city history, public art, and local flavor into a mobile-first urban adventure.
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Stand on the broad steps of the Michigan State Capitol and feel the city breathe — brick streets steering you toward murals, riverfront parks, and the odd relic of automotive history. The Lively Lansing Scavenger Hunt drops a live remote host in your pocket and sends you off to chase clues across downtown neighborhoods, through market stalls, and along the Grand River, which dares you to look up from your phone and meet the city.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic stamina for up to 4 miles of urban walking.
Wildlife
History
Lansing became Michigan’s capital in the 1840s and grew around government functions and early auto manufacturing like Olds Motor Works, leaving a legacy of civic buildings and industrial neighborhoods.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and marked paths, support local shops rather than disturbing private property, and pack out all trash—urban low-impact behavior preserves community spaces.
Reserve your spot on the Lively Lansing Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
A domestic phone number or WhatsApp is required to receive the live host prompts and submit photos; bring a portable charger.
Expect flat, walkable terrain
Most routes are on sidewalks and riverwalks with minimal elevation gain—good shoes will keep you comfortable for 2–4 miles.
Be weather ready
Downtown Lansing can be windy along the Grand River; layer up in spring and fall and carry water in summer.
Respect local businesses
Many checkpoints involve interacting with shop staff or patrons—be polite and ask before photographing interiors.
Smartphone with data/WhatsApp
Required for the live host, clues, photo submissions, and leaderboard access.
Comfortable walking shoes
City sidewalks and mixed surfaces make supportive shoes important for two hours of exploration.
Refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated during summer hunts and on sunny days along the river.
summer
Portable power bank
Keeps your phone alive for photos, messages, and the duration of the hunt.