Auburn California Scavenger Hunt: History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past
Embark on an Auburn scavenger hunt adventure through the Sierra Foothills Gem. Explore Historic Old Town, solve riddles, and complete exciting challenges in Downtown Auburn. This interactive walking tour offers flexibility and competition as you uncover hidden treasures and iconic landmarks.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Auburn. This top rated Auburn California Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.76 miles and has 8 stops.
4.9 (13 reviews)
Activity Info: History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past
Nestled in the Sierra Foothills, Auburn is a Gold Rush Town with rich history, vibrant arts scene, and stunning landscapes. On this hunt, explore Bernhard Museum, Gold Bug Stamp Mill, and Placer County Courthouse while solving missions. Locals and visitors alike will love discovering Auburn's hidden charm and historic sites.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Placer County Courthouse
Visit the Historic Courthouse, where justice meets intrigue. Snap photos of it's stately columns and learn about it's storied past. A must-see on your Auburn scavenger hunt adventure.
Bernhard Museum
Explore the Bernhard Museum, a gem in Auburn's Historic Old Town. Capture the essence of Gold Rush history and enjoy a fun photo challenge. This spot is perfect for your scavenger hunt adventure.
Gold Bug Stamp Mill
Test your trivia skills at the Gold Rush Stamp Mill, Auburn's gateway to history. Capture this iconic site in your photo challenge and enjoy the vibrant wildflowers during spring.
The Auburn Joss House
Stroll through Art Walk Wonderland, where Auburn's Chinese community once gathered. The vibrant exterior offers a colorful backdrop for scavenger hunts—a landmark rich with stories.
Chinese Houses
Explore the enduring Chinese Houses, part of Auburn's Confluence of Trails. Their walls whisper tales of bustling markets—a must-visit on any historic scavenger hunt route.
Gietzen Fire Station
Discover dedication at this plaque in Auburn State Recreation Area. Perfect for team photos, it reveals local pride—a hidden gem on your walking tour filled with fun facts.
Jean Baptiste Charbonneau
Honor pioneer spirit at this historic plaque in Auburn's core. Solve riddles nearby as you explore local history—an enriching stop on your scavenger hunt adventure.
Claude Chana Park
Conclude your adventure at Recreation Haven Park, gateway to Auburn State Recreation Area. Enjoy teamwork amidst lush landscapes—a refreshing end to any walking tour.
How the Auburn California Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and get ready for fun! Using our app, you will solve riddles and complete photo challenges across Auburn. Earn points as you discover hidden gems on this mobile-first adventure. Compete on the city leaderboard while exploring iconic spots like Claude Chana Park.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 291 Sacramento St, Auburn, CA 95603, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.76 Mi (2.83 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Auburn California Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? Join the Auburn California Scavenger Hunt where each player tackles interactive challenges at spots like The Auburn Joss House and Gietzen Fire Station. Solve riddles together to climb the leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Auburn California Scavenger Hunt: History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past
What an entertaining way to see California's Gold Country! This scavenger hunt showed us hidden spots like Gietzen Fire Station. Highly recommend!
Olivia Carter
Perfect family outing in Old Town Auburn. We loved solving puzzles while visiting places like Bernhard Museum and the quirky Joss House!
Ethan Hayes
A fantastic walking tour around Auburn's lively Downtown! The Gold Bug Stamp Mill was a highlight on this exciting scavenger adventure.
Sophia Reed
The scavenger hunt in Auburn was an epic date idea. We laughed our way through challenges and even discovered gems like the Chinese Houses!
Liam Turner
Exploring Auburn's Downtown through this scavenger hunt was delightful! From the Placer Courthouse to Claude Chana Park, every clue was a fun adventure.
Emma Bennett
Visiting the Fire Station and Auburn Joss House during the hunt was thrilling! A great outdoor activity for tourists wanting to see more of Auburn.
Noah Davis
The scavenger hunt was such a fun thing to do in charming Auburn. Discovering spots like Placer County Courthouse was fascinating!
Ava Smith
This walking tour around Downtown Auburn is a perfect date idea! We loved solving riddles while exploring Claude Chana Park and Chinese Houses.
Ethan Johnson
Our family had an amazing adventure in Downtown Auburn. Visiting places like the Bernhard Museum made our day fun and educational.
Olivia Martinez
Exploring Auburn's Downtown was a blast! The scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems like Jean Baptiste Charbonneau and Gold Bug Stamp Mill.
Liam Thompson
As tourists, we loved wandering through Old Town solving clues with ScavengerHunt.com app. Each stop revealed cool history of places like Jean Baptiste Charbonneau.
Mason Garcia
Great outdoor activity in Auburn's Downtown. We enjoyed missions at Placer County Courthouse and Gietzen Fire Station. A must-do treasure hunt!
Chloe Davis
Exploring Downtown Auburn was an adventure! We discovered hidden gems like Chinese Houses while unraveling puzzles on this amazing walking tour.
Ethan Williams
Perfect date idea exploring Auburn's Joss House and Bernhard Museum. The challenges were engaging, making our time in Downtown truly memorable.
Sophia Brown
Had a blast with the Auburn Scavenger Hunt in Downtown. Solving riddles at Gold Bug Stamp Mill and Claude Chana Park made it super fun for the whole family.
Liam Johnson
AuburnScavenger Hunt is a fun thing to do for tourists. Jean Baptiste Charbonneau statue amazed us, and solving puzzles was engaging all around town.
Olivia Brown
I had a blast touring Downtown Auburn. From the Chinese Houses to the Joss House, every corner had stories to tell and unique architecture.
Michael Garcia
The Auburn Hunt was an awesome outdoor activity. We enjoyed exploring Claude Chana Park and discovering local gems on our walking tour.
Sophia Martin
What a fun date idea Auburn had for us! Solving riddles near the Placer County Courthouse was exciting. Loved our time in this quaint city center.
James Anderson
Exploring Auburn's historic spots like the Bernhard Museum and Gold Bug Stamp Mill was thrilling. A perfect family adventure in the heart of Old Town.
Emily Thompson
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