Turn Dayton’s streets into a city-sized survival board: an hour-long, app-led scavenger hunt where teams collect “apocalypse” items and complete zombie-themed challenges. Remote hosts guide the fun while you explore neighborhoods like the Oregon District and the riverfront.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The app buzzes, a virtual briefing drops onto your phone, and the streets of Dayton shift into a playground of survival strategy. You and your team fan out—through historic brick storefronts, past murals in the Oregon District, and along the riverfront—collecting everyday items reinterpreted as apocalypse essentials while completing themed challenges for points.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light urban walking at a casual pace; suitable for most fitness levels, including families with strollers.
Wildlife
History
Dayton’s identity is closely tied to invention—home to the Wright brothers and a manufacturing past that shaped its downtown—giving the scavenger route a backdrop of aviation and industrial-era sites.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and park trails to protect riparian habitats along the Great Miami River; urban parks in Dayton are managed by Five Rivers MetroParks, which encourages Leave No Trace practices.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Dayton by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone fully
The game runs through an app and a host communicates by chat—start with at least 70% battery and bring a power bank.
Wear street-ready shoes
Expect paved sidewalks and occasional uneven brick; comfortable, supportive shoes keep you moving between objectives.
Watch for traffic and crowds
Some challenges lead through busy downtown streets—pause at crosswalks and keep a close eye on children in your group.
Use public transit for logistics
Plan start or end points near a transit stop to minimize walking back to your car or meeting point.
Smartphone with app access
Required to receive tasks, submit photos, and chat with the remote host.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone alive through photo uploads and chat during the game.
Comfortable walking shoes
Street surfaces and brief sprints between challenges are best handled in supportive footwear.
Refillable water bottle
Helpful on warm days when moving between tasks across the city.
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