Turn New Buffalo’s harbor, dunes, and downtown into your team’s gameboard. This two-hour remote-host scavenger hunt mixes local history, quirky challenges, and offbeat discoveries for groups, families, and visitors who want an active, social way to explore.
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The morning air off Lake Michigan tastes of sand and coffee as teams gather at a favored downtown marker, phones at the ready. A remote host sends the first clue and suddenly the shoreline, storefronts, and quiet side streets become a curated playground—clues send you toward murals, a hidden bluff path, and a harbor view that dares you to look up from your screen.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect 1–3 miles of walking with optional driving between distant checkpoints
Wildlife
History
New Buffalo began as a 19th-century rail and shipping point and evolved into a Lake Michigan resort community; the town’s compact downtown reflects that transportation history.
Conservation
The dune systems and shoreline are sensitive—stay on established paths, pack out trash, and avoid disturbing nesting birds or fragile vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the New Buffalo Bash Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge and enable data
Bring a fully charged smartphone with cellular data and confirm WhatsApp or SMS access so your remote host can message and score you.
Comfortable footwear
Expect mixed pavement and short sandy stretches—supportive walking shoes will keep you moving efficiently between checkpoints.
Respect local businesses
The hunt uses public-facing spots; businesses on the route aren't part of the event so be polite and avoid blocking doorways or counter space.
Start early in high season
Begin in the morning to avoid peak tourist crowds and to catch cooler temperatures for walking and photo challenges.
Smartphone with data
Required to receive clues, send photos, and communicate with your remote host
Portable power bank
Keeps devices charged during the two-hour hunt and for extra photo/video time
Comfortable walking shoes
Good traction and support help on sidewalks and short sandy sections
Light weather layer
Wind off Lake Michigan can be cool in spring and fall—bring a light jacket
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