Use a riddle-driven app to turn Portland’s Old Port, Munjoy Hill, and waterfront into a timed urban playground. The 3Quest Challenge mixes local history, quick puzzles, and a live remote host into a 2-hour walking game.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A late-spring morning in Portland begins with gull calls and the smell of salt from Casco Bay. You tap the 3Quest app, the first riddle unfurling on your screen, and the city—granite docks, cobbled alleys, and brick-fronted cafes—goes from backdrop to playground. The game moves you across the Old Port, up Munjoy Hill, and along the Back Cove with challenges that make each street corner feel like a checkpoint in a living map.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect 1.5–3 miles of urban walking with intermittent stairs
Wildlife
History
Portland’s Old Port grew from a 19th-century mercantile harbor rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1866; many brick buildings date to the city’s commercial boom.
Conservation
Stay on public sidewalks, respect private property, and support local businesses encountered during the hunt; urban litter and trampling of green spaces degrade the places this game relies on.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Portland, ME by 3Quest Challenge today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone fully
The app and remote host require continuous phone use; bring a portable battery for extra juice.
Watch your footing
Cobblestones and uneven sidewalks are common—choose supportive shoes to avoid twisted ankles.
Time it around low tide
Waterfront vistas and some clues are best enjoyed at lower tide when views open up and walkways are clearer.
Snack and restroom plan
Bring a small snack and know nearby cafes for restrooms—public facilities can be sparse in some sections.
Smartphone with app installed
Required to receive riddles, submit answers, and communicate with the remote host.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered for navigation and the leaderboard during the 2-hour game.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive, grippy shoes help on cobbles, wet sidewalks and short stair sections.
Light rain jacket or wind layer
Portland weather can shift quickly; a packable layer keeps you comfortable between quests.
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