Turn Myrtle Beach into a holiday playground with the Holly Jolly Hunt: an app-driven scavenger game for families and groups. Walk the boardwalk, solve prompts, and compete on a live leaderboard in a flexible, 60-minute city adventure.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
On a cool morning near the Myrtle Beach boardwalk, teams gather with phones glowing and laughter drifting over the salt-scented air. The Holly Jolly Hunt converts storefront windows, public art, and holiday displays into a city-size game: using an app, players photograph items, complete cheeky seasonal tasks, and rack up points as the leaderboard updates in real time.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; light walking for up to an hour with frequent stops
Wildlife
History
Myrtle Beach developed as a resort in the early 20th century on barrier island sands; the modern boardwalk and piers evolved from a small fishing and summer-cottage community.
Conservation
Players should avoid disturbing decorations, wildlife, and private property; follow Leave No Trace principles on public beaches and boardwalks.
Reserve your spot on the Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Myrtle Beach by Holly Jolly Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Fully charge devices and bring a power bank
The hunt runs through an app and photo capture; a dead phone halts progress—carry a portable charger.
Start off-peak to avoid crowds
Holiday weekends pack the boardwalk; mornings or early afternoons reduce congestion and speed progress.
Divide team roles
Assign a navigator, photographer, and clue reader to move faster and capture higher-value items.
Carry small cash and ID
Some checkpoints pass vendors or require incidental purchases; small bills speed transactions.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, capture photos, and submit challenges.
Portable power bank
Keeps devices charged through photos, maps, and leaderboard updates.
Comfortable walking shoes
Flat pavement and boardwalks make good footwear important for steady pace.
Light rain jacket or layers
Coastal weather can change quickly—bring a windbreaker or light jacket in cooler months.
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