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Auburn California Scavenger Hunt: History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past

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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.

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History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past
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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.

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past

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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


Custom Events For History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past

The Auburn California Scavenger Hunt is perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend adventures! Whether it is a date or team outing, enjoy customizable challenges that foster teamwork and bonding. Experience unique fun with friends in this flexible city center hunt.

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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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Team: Max Power

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Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2348
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Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2098

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Reviews for Auburn California Scavenger Hunt: History Detectives: Cracking the Case of Auburn's Past

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

Perfect family outing in Old Town Auburn. We loved solving puzzles while visiting places like Bernhard Museum and the quirky Joss House!

Ethan Hayes

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A fantastic walking tour around Auburn's lively Downtown! The Gold Bug Stamp Mill was a highlight on this exciting scavenger adventure.

Sophia Reed

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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

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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

5 star reviews

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

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The scavenger hunt was such a fun thing to do in charming Auburn. Discovering spots like Placer County Courthouse was fascinating!

Ava Smith

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

Our family had an amazing adventure in Downtown Auburn. Visiting places like the Bernhard Museum made our day fun and educational.

Olivia Martinez

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

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

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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

5 star reviews

Exploring Downtown Auburn was an adventure! We discovered hidden gems like Chinese Houses while unraveling puzzles on this amazing walking tour.

Ethan Williams

5 star reviews

Perfect date idea exploring Auburn's Joss House and Bernhard Museum. The challenges were engaging, making our time in Downtown truly memorable.

Sophia Brown

5 star reviews

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

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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

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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

5 star reviews

The Auburn Hunt was an awesome outdoor activity. We enjoyed exploring Claude Chana Park and discovering local gems on our walking tour.

Sophia Martin

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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

5 star reviews

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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