Turn Thornton’s streets into a tactical playground with an hour‑long, app-driven Zombie Scavenger Hunt. Race friends, complete challenges and rack up points while exploring civic parks, murals and neighborhood nooks.
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The sun slants across East 88th Avenue as teams tap their phones and sprint toward a painted mural; the city answers with honks and the rustle of cottonwood leaves that seem to cheer you on. In Thornton’s mobile-based Zombie Scavenger Hunt, streets, parks and storefronts become checkpoints in a playful survival race where strategy matters as much as speed.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light walking ability; suitable for most ages and fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Thornton grew rapidly after the 1950s as part of the Denver metro expansion; its mix of civic plazas and pocket parks reflects that suburban development pattern.
Conservation
Keep the game low‑impact: stay on public paths, dispose of waste properly, and support local businesses rather than disturbing private property.
Reserve your spot on the Explore Thornton with a Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged phone
This game runs entirely through an app—carry a full battery or a power bank to avoid losing progress mid‑hunt.
Comfortable footwear
Expect up to an hour of walking on pavement and uneven sidewalks—sturdy sneakers reduce fatigue.
Watch traffic and private property
Play on public sidewalks and crossings only; don’t enter private businesses or fenced areas to retrieve items.
Play off‑peak for space
Choose morning or weekday slots to avoid crowds at parks and shopping centers, which improves line of sight for clues.
Smartphone with app installed
Required to access clues, submit challenge results and track scores.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone alive through photo challenges and GPS use.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and grip for mixed pavement and park paths.
Weather‑appropriate layer
A light jacket or windbreaker is useful for Colorado’s changeable weather during play.
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