Turn downtown Palm Springs into a live puzzle: this app-guided team trivia hunt mixes local history, midcentury architecture, and observation challenges across a 2-mile loop. Play at your pace and discover corners of the city many visitors miss.
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Sun climbs quickly over the low palms and the first clue pops on your screen: a GPS pin, a riddle, and a direction. You and your crew step from the sidestreets of Palm Springs into bright midcentury facades, stucco courtyards, and the wide desert sky that feels like an active participant—warm, expectant, and impatient for you to move.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for light to moderate walkers; expect frequent stops and short bursts of walking between clues.
Wildlife
History
This area lies on ancestral Cahuilla land and later became a 20th-century getaway for Hollywood, shaping Palm Springs’ architecture and public spaces.
Conservation
Stick to paved routes to avoid fragile desert soils, pack out trash, and minimize water waste in this arid environment.
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Charge your device
The game runs on one phone—bring a fully charged phone plus a power bank to avoid interruption.
Start early in summer
Begin before 9 a.m. to avoid peak heat and to enjoy cooler shade and quieter streets.
Carry water and sunscreen
Desert sun and walking make hydration and sun protection essential even on mild days.
Split roles on your team
Assign a navigator, a clue reader, and a photographer to keep pace and avoid backtracking.
Fully charged smartphone
Required to run the app and access clues—one phone per team.
Portable battery pack
Extends playtime and ensures the GPS and app stay powered for the full route.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Palm Springs sun is intense; protect skin and eyes during daytime play.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated keeps teams sharp during the three-hour loop.