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Welch Scavenger Hunt: McDowell‘s Marvelous Mystery Hunt

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Embark on an exhilarating scavenger hunt adventure in the Heart of Coal Country! Explore Welch Downtown as you solve riddles, tackle missions, and complete challenges. This interactive walking tour reveals hidden gems and iconic landmarks, offering a flexible and competitive way to sightsee with teamwork.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Welch. This top rated Welch Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 0.53 miles and has 8 stops.

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Activity Info: McDowell‘s Marvelous Mystery Hunt

Welch, nestled in the Appalachian Rail Hub, boasts rich history and vibrant culture. On this adventure, discover the City of Welch Mural and Marthan H. Moore Riverfront Park. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, it is a chance to explore the Mountain State Crossroads while engaging in fun challenges.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

1946: Doctors Office

Step into the past at the 1946 doctor's office, a vintage mining hub. Imagine treating miners post-shift, some rumored to pay in coal. Capture this historic spot on your scavenger hunt adventure.

City of Welch Mural

Find Welch Mural—a vibrant timeline honoring Veterans Day Parade and mining past. Engage in photo challenges; spot familiar faces in it's scenes during your scavenger hunt.

Heartland Corridor Project

Trace Heartland Corridor's transformation into Tug River Treasure for rail fans—tunnels whisper stories as you explore this hidden gem on your walking tour scavenger hunt.

Marthan H. Moore Riverfront Park

Discover Marthan H. Moore Riverfront Park, a riverside gem in Welch. Rebuilt after floods, it is perfect for an outdoor activity. Enjoy local musicians as you complete your scavenger hunt missions.

1946: Saturday Afternoon Street Scene in Welch

Relive a lively 1946 Saturday in Welch's city center—crowds, laughter, clinking coins echoing through time. Perfect for photo ops on your scavenger hunt through Heart of the Coalfields.

McDowell County Courthouse / Sid Hatfield

Visit the courthouse where the Sid Hatfield saga unfolded—a landmark rich with drama and architecture. Look for old bullet scars outside during your scavenger hunt tour of McDowell County.

Welch

Experience Welch, Heart of the Coalfields! An Appalachian adventure awaits with historic buildings and hidden gems to discover during your fun-filled scavenger hunt teamwork challenge.

McDowell County

Explore McDowell County, once a coal capital now a Mountain State mystery. Rails from it's booming days remain! A must-see for history buffs and puzzle lovers on your scavenger hunt adventure.

How the Welch Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and dive into the Welch Scavenger Hunt! With our app, solve riddles and complete photo challenges across downtown. Earn points as you compete on the leaderboard while uncovering hidden gems. It is intuitive, mobile-first fun that makes exploring easy!

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for McDowell‘s Marvelous Mystery Hunt

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 1969 Yeshua Acres Rd Box77, Welch, WV 24801, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 0.53 Mi (0.85 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For McDowell‘s Marvelous Mystery Hunt

The Welch Scavenger Hunt is perfect for any group outing! Celebrate birthdays or bachelorette parties, enjoy a weekend adventure or date night. Customize your experience with unique challenges tailored to your team’s pace—ideal for bonding over fun missions in this city center.

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Welch Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts

Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!

Earn The Welch Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love competition? The Welch Scavenger Hunt offers thrilling photo and trivia challenges at spots like 1946: Doctors Office or McDowell County Courthouse. Work together to solve them all for a chance to top the leaderboard—bragging rights await those who conquer this exciting adventure!

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Team: Max Power

Score: 2475
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2372
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2122

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Reviews for Welch Scavenger Hunt: McDowell‘s Marvelous Mystery Hunt

5 star reviews

Incredible things to do in this charming town! Discovering the 1946 Doctors Office during our walking tour felt like stepping back in time.

Ethan Clark

5 star reviews

Exploring Welch's treasures was delightful. The Heartland Corridor Project was fascinating; the hunt revealed many hidden gems in our downtown.

Ava Miller

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What a fun outdoor adventure! Marthan H Moore Riverfront Park was beautiful. A great way to enjoy nature and history at once.

Noah Anderson

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Perfect for a date in the heart of Downtown! The McDowell County Courthouse had us solving puzzles together and uncovering local lore.

Marissa Hale

5 star reviews

The Welch Scavenger Hunt was an amazing family activity. We loved exploring the City of Welch Mural and learning history with every clue!

Caden Reynolds

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Welch is such an intriguing place to explore through this scavenger hunt adventure. The 1946 Doctors Office gave us insights into rich local history while having fun.

Emily Johnson

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I loved discovering historic spots with my family in Welch. The hunt around McDowell County Courthouse was educational and lots of fun for everyone involved.

Lucas Smith

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The ScavengerHunt.com app led us through Downtown Welch's hidden gems like Marthan H. Moore Riverfront Park. A great outdoor activity for tourists and locals alike.

Sophie Wong

5 star reviews

We had a blast on our date exploring the Heartland Corridor Project. The challenges were fun and engaging, making it a memorable day in this charming town.

James Miller

5 star reviews

Exploring Downtown Welch with the scavenger hunt was an absolute treat. The City of Welch Mural was a highlight, and the app made it easy to navigate.

Alice Carter

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Welch, often dubbed Little McDowell, offers a fun thing to do with this scavenger hunt adventure. Loved discovering hidden spots around town!

Ava Mitchell

5 star reviews

Exploring Downtown Welch through this scavenger hunt revealed hidden gems like the City of Welch Mural. A delightful walking tour experience.

Sophia Anderson

5 star reviews

The Welch Scavenger Hunt was a fantastic outdoor activity around Downtown. The Heartland Corridor Project stop was definitely my favorite!

Liam Bennett

5 star reviews

If you're looking for a unique date idea, the Welch Scavenger Hunt is great. We loved exploring Downtown, especially the Marthan H Moore Riverfront Park.

Ella Harrison

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My family and I had an amazing time on the Welch Scavenger Hunt. It was a perfect way to explore Downtown and learn about local history together.

Oliver Thompson

5 star reviews

A fun thing to do in Welch is joining this walking tour. From Marthan H Moore Park to unique murals, it's an engaging way for tourists to see the city.

Lucas Bennett

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt in Welch is a must-do outdoor activity. Discovering the Saturday Afternoon Street Scene made me appreciate our little town even more.

Sophia Martinez

5 star reviews

Exploring Downtown through this scavenger hunt was an epic adventure. Loved learning about Sid Hatfield while solving riddles at the Doctors Office spot.

Liam Thompson

5 star reviews

The Welch Scavenger Hunt was a perfect date idea. We laughed, solved puzzles, and enjoyed the Heartland Corridor Project and McDowell County Courthouse.

Ava Johnson

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring the hidden gems of Downtown Welch. The scavenger hunt led us to Marthan H Moore Riverfront Park and the City of Welch Mural.

Ethan Clarkson

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