Turn Bakersfield’s streets into a playful survival arena with a one-hour, app-led scavenger hunt. Expect flat, walkable routes, urban history stops and light strategy as you race to collect points and complete zombie-themed challenges.
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You tap the app and the city answers: downtown storefronts, palm-lined avenues and faded oil rigs on the horizon become supply caches in an imagined collapse. The game map lights up with tasks and a remote host checks in as you sprint between clues, trade banter with teammates and trade points for victory.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness; able to walk 1–3 miles on paved city streets with brief bursts of speed
Wildlife
History
Bakersfield grew around agriculture and an early 20th-century oil boom; its downtown retains civic architecture and cultural ties to country music’s "Bakersfield sound."
Conservation
Keep the game low-impact: use public spaces only, dispose of trash properly and avoid damaging public art or signage — urban stewardship keeps the experience available for others.
Reserve your spot on the Bakersfield City Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
This is an app-driven experience—carry a portable battery and make sure location services are enabled before you start.
Wear comfortable shoes
Routes use city sidewalks and can cover 1–3 miles; supportive walking shoes reduce fatigue and improve speed.
Watch the heat
Bakersfield can be very hot in summer—start early or late and bring water to avoid overheating.
Respect private property
All tasks are intended for public spaces—do not enter private property or restricted areas during the game.
Fully charged smartphone
Necessary to run the app, receive challenges and communicate with the remote host.
Portable power bank
Keeps your device powered through GPS use and photo tasks.
Supportive walking shoes
Provides comfort and traction on pavement across the route.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration is important in Bakersfield’s heat; bring enough water for the hour.
summer