Turn downtown Long Beach into a playable map with a 1–3 hour self-guided scavenger hunt. Use your smartphone to solve clues that lead you past Rainbow Lagoon, public art, and waterfront neighborhoods.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You begin in a parking garage just off downtown Long Beach, phone in hand and the city humming at your feet. The route threads past surf-straight streets, public art, and the ripple of Rainbow Lagoon, the Pacific breeze nudging you toward the water’s edge as the clues unfurl. Each puzzle pinpoints a landmark or mural, turning ordinary sidewalks into checkpoints and ordinary errands into deliberate exploration.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; comfortable walking for up to a few miles with short bursts of jogging or climbing stairs.
Wildlife
History
Long Beach grew from coastal wetlands to a major port and oil center—Signal Hill’s 1920s oil boom reshaped the region’s economy and landscape.
Conservation
Ongoing efforts focus on wetland restoration and managing port-related pollution; visitors can support local conservation by staying on paths and avoiding disturbing shorebird habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Long Beach Puzzling Adventure today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reliable cell service
This tour requires an active US cellular data plan to register and progress through clues—download directions only won’t suffice.
Charge your phone and bring a power bank
Expect 1–3 hours of screen time between checkpoints; battery drain is the most common snag.
Comfortable shoes for city terrain
Sidewalks, short stair sections and a few uneven surfaces make supportive walking shoes the smart choice.
Hydrate and time your start
Start in the morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat in summer and to enjoy lighter foot traffic.
Smartphone with cellular data
Required to register, read clues, and log progress on the Puzzling Adventures platform.
Portable charger (power bank)
Keeps your device running through extended screen time and photo-taking.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports several miles of urban walking over sidewalks and occasional steps.
Reusable water bottle and sun protection
Hydration and sun protection are important on exposed stretches near the water and during warm months.
summer