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Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt: Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!

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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Charlotte's Uptown District! Solve riddles, tackle missions, and enjoy a self-guided walking tour through iconic spots like the Historic Steam Engine and Seven-acre Lake Overlook. Perfect for teamwork and sightseeing, it is an interactive experience that unveils the Queen City's hidden gems.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Charlotte. This top rated Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 0.69 miles and has 4 stops.

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Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!
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Activity Info: Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!

Charlotte, known as the Queen City, blends Southern charm with urban sophistication. On this hunt, explore landmarks like the Hornets Nest and Mint Museum. Discover history while solving puzzles and completing challenges. Whether you are a local or visitor, this adventure offers a new perspective of Charlotte Downtown's vibrant culture.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Historic Steam Engine

All aboard the trivia express! This mighty steam engine once powered progress and now fuels curiosity. Rust never sleeps, but this iron horse rests proud, puffing nostalgia into the park. It’s not just loco-motion—it’s loco-history! Ready to train your brain?

Playground Zones (KidZone & Main Playground)

Welcome to the ultimate jungle gym of joy! The Playground Zones at Freedom Park are where slides become speedways, swings are sky-bound rockets, and giggles echo louder than traffic. Whether you’re a tiny tot or a big kid at heart, this is where playtime levels up. It’s time to monkey around—no adulting allowed!

Seven‑acre Lake Overlook

You've reached the Seven-acre Lake Overlook—a reel serene spot where ducks dish out the drama, turtles sunbathe like celebs, and reflections run deep (literally). It's the perfect pause for your posse, where ripples in the water mirror the ripple of excitement in this epic hunt. No paddles required!

Mahlon Adams Pavilion (Historic Shelter)

Welcome to the Mahlon Adams Pavilion—where Southern charm meets picnic party vibes! This rustic stone beauty has seen more blockbusters than a red carpet (thanks, weddings). With its classic columns and old-school cool, it's the perfect spot to shelter your team spirit—rain or shine!

How the Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt works

Download the Let's Roam app on your phone to start exploring Charlotte Downtown. Solve riddles and complete photo challenges at notable spots like Mahlon Adams Pavilion. Earn points as you compete against others on the leaderboard while discovering hidden gems throughout your walking tour.

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 2445 Cumberland Ave, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 0.69 Mi (1.11 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!

The Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt is perfect for any group outing! Celebrate birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend adventures with customizable challenges that emphasize team bonding and fun. Whether it is a date or family day out, this unique experience promises memorable moments without being overhyped.

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Earn The Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love some competition? The Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt invites you to solve riddles and complete photo challenges at spots like Playground Zones for a chance to top our leaderboard! Work together with your team to earn ultimate bragging rights in this engaging city-wide challenge.

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2463
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2360
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2110

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Reviews for Charlotte Downtown Scavenger Hunt: Freedom Park Discovery Challenge: Rails, Trails & Tales!

5 star reviews

This scavenger hunt was an amazing outdoor activity in Uptown. The walking tour let us uncover local art and history at every turn!

David Miller

5 star reviews

Charlotte's Uptown adventure was perfect for tourists like us. We discovered hidden gems like historic landmarks and unique architecture.

Sarah Davis

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Perfect date idea in Queen City! We bonded while exploring Mahlon Adams Pavilion and taking on challenges. Highly recommend for couples.

Michael Smith

5 star reviews

Our family had a great time with the Downtown scavenger hunt. The kids loved the Playground Zones, and we enjoyed solving riddles together.

Emily Parker

5 star reviews

Exploring Uptown through this scavenger hunt was a blast! Loved the Seven-acre Lake Overlook and Historic Steam Engine. A fun way to see Charlotte.

Alex Johnson

5 star reviews

My date and I had such a great time exploring Uptown on this scavenger hunt adventure. It is an exciting thing to do together while learning history.

Sophia Davis

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What a fantastic outdoor activity in downtown Charlotte! The Playground Zones were fun stops, making it an engaging walking tour for everyone.

Liam Brown

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Perfect for a family day out in Downtown! We loved discovering hidden gems like Mahlon Adams Pavilion while completing fun challenges.

Ava Williams

5 star reviews

Exploring Uptown during the scavenger hunt was a blast. We solved puzzles, visited KidZone, and learned so much about Charlotte's history.

Ethan Smith

5 star reviews

I had an amazing time at the Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Queen City. The Historic Steam Engine and Seven-acre Lake Overlook were highlights.

Olivia Johnson

5 star reviews

This adventure was a great way to engage with the Queen City's vibrant atmosphere. From trivia to photo challenges, we explored unique landmarks together.

Ethan Martinez

5 star reviews

The walking tour around Uptown was fantastic. We uncovered fascinating history at every turn while enjoying iconic spots like Seven-acre Lake Overlook.

Sophia Anderson

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What an amazing date idea! Wandering through Downtown Charlotte with my partner, we discovered hidden gems and even stopped by Mahlon Adams Pavilion.

Lucas Johnson

5 star reviews

A perfect family activity in the heart of Charlotte. The kids adored the Playground Zones, and we all enjoyed learning about the historic steam engine.

Emma Parker

5 star reviews

Exploring the Charlotte Downtown through this scavenger hunt was a blast! We loved discovering the Seven-acre Lake Overlook and solving fun puzzles.

Liam Thompson

5 star reviews

As a tourist, I found this treasure hunt an engaging way to see Downtown's points of interest like Playground Zones and learn interesting local history!

Sophia Wright

5 star reviews

Queen City's Downtown is full of surprises! Our walking tour took us to incredible places like Mahlon Adams Pavilion and hidden gems we loved discovering.

Liam Mitchell

5 star reviews

A perfect date idea exploring Uptown. We loved solving riddles at Seven-acre Lake Overlook and enjoying the views together. Such a memorable day!

Chloe Nguyen

5 star reviews

Our family had an amazing time at the Charlotte Scavenger Hunt. From the KidZone to the Historic Steam Engine, it was fun for everyone! A must-do in Uptown.

Ethan Rodriguez

5 star reviews

Exploring Queen City through the Downtown Scavenger Hunt was a blast! The Historic Steam Engine and Mahlon Adams Pavilion were highlights of our adventure.

Olivia Bennett

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