Turn Newport Beach into a competitive playground: a live-hosted, mobile scavenger hunt that sends teams zipping between piers, cafés, and hidden corners. Expect photo challenges, local interactions, and two hours of playful problem solving along the coast.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You start on a sun-bleached sidewalk with gulls calling overhead and salt air catching at your collar. A live remote host greets your team by text, hands you the first riddle, and the city suddenly feels like a playground—pier boards creaking underfoot, pastel cottages winking from narrow lanes, and the tide pulling focus toward the horizon.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect 1–3 miles of walking mixed with short drives depending on route
Wildlife
History
Newport Beach evolved from a 19th-century shipping hub and early resort town; the harbor was later dredged and expanded for commercial and recreational boating.
Conservation
The city manages beach and harbor areas with erosion control and water-quality programs; stay on marked paths and dispose of trash to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Nutty Newport Beach CA Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Phone and Data Ready
Bring a fully charged smartphone with data and enable GPS—this hunt is remotely hosted and cannot run without a working domestic number.
Plan for Sun and Sand
Wear closed-toe, comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen—some checkpoints sit on sunny promenades and sand can make short walks trickier.
Hydrate and Snack
Carry a small water bottle and quick snacks; the two-hour format includes walking and optional driving with limited food stops.
Choose Low-Traffic Times
Start early morning or late afternoon to avoid peak beach crowds and parking hassles during summer weekends.
Smartphone with Data & GPS
Required for clues, photo submissions, and live-host communication.
Portable Charger
Keeps your phone powered through the two-hour hunt and bonus challenges.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Protects your feet on boardwalks, sidewalks, and occasional sandy stretches.
Sunscreen
Useful for midday games on exposed beachfront sections.
summer