Drake University Scavenger Hunt: Bulldog Dash
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Kick off your scavenger hunt adventure at Drake University, right in the Heart of Iowa! Explore iconic spots like Spike the Bulldog Statue and Cowles Library on a campus-based interactive game. Solve riddles, complete missions, and enjoy flexible challenges as you explore the university on foot with friends. Perfect for those seeking teamwork, city
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Des Moines. This top rated Drake University Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 0.73 miles and has 6 stops.
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.17 KM (0.73 Mi)
Go anytime
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.17 KM (0.73 Mi)
Go anytime
Kick off your scavenger hunt adventure at Drake University, right in the Heart of Iowa! Explore iconic spots like Spike the Bulldog Statue and Cowles Library on a campus-based interactive game. Solve riddles, complete missions, and enjoy flexible challenges as you explore the university on foot with friends. Perfect for those seeking teamwork, city
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Des Moines. This top rated Drake University Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 0.73 miles and has 6 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Spike the Bulldog Statue
Discover Bulldog pride on this Drake University Scavenger Hunt stop. Solve clues about campus art and history, snap photos of iconic spots, and enjoy a walking tour with local trivia and fun facts.
Bulldog Shop - University Bookstore
Uncover hidden gems during your Drake University Scavenger Hunt. Enjoy outdoor activity, riddles, and photo challenges while learning about campus traditions—plus, find out which landmark students call 'the secret garden.'
Cowles Library
Test your knowledge with clever clues at this Drake University Scavenger Hunt location. Experience the thrill of campus exploration games while uncovering art installations and historic buildings along the way.
Wifvat Plaza Sundial
Step into Bulldog territory with this scavenger hunt adventure at Drake University. Solve puzzles about student traditions, spot public art, and collect fun facts as you stroll through the university's iconic spots.
Harmon Fine Arts Center
Experience teamwork at it's best during your Drake University Scavenger Hunt stop. Complete creative missions, learn quirky campus history, and snap photos by landmarks known only to those in the know.
Old Main
This stop on your Drake University Scavenger Hunt is all about local trivia and nostalgia. Discover where students gather for annual events and unlock stories behind famous outdoor sculptures on campus.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 2812 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 0.73 Mi (1.17 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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How the Drake University Scavenger Hunt works
Download the Let's Roam app on your phone—no guide needed! Start your university tour from anywhere on campus whenever suits you best. Solve riddles, snap photos by Drake landmarks like Harmon Fine Arts Center, compete in real time for leaderboard glory, and uncover local history—all while having fun together.
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Ready to unleash your competitive side? On the Drake University Scavenger Hunt each teammate will tackle interactive photo and trivia challenges at places like Spike the Bulldog Statue or Old Main. Work together to solve clever riddles and climb up our leaderboard—earn ultimate bragging rights as top Bulldogs of the city center!
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Reviews for Drake University Scavenger Hunt: Bulldog Dash
If you are looking for things to do in the Big Tomato this walking tour let's you discover cool spots like Cowles Library through creative challenges and interesting trivia
Tessa Brighton
I never realized how much there is to see in Dogpatch We found historic plaques at Old Main solved riddles by the sundial and enjoyed every moment of this campus treasure hunt
Callum Shelby
Best outdoor activity near Drake U We explored Wifvat Plaza Sundial and learned fun facts about Harmon Fine Arts Center while using ScavengerHunt.coms app to guide us
Mira Benedict
Had a fantastic date night exploring Bulldog Shop and Old Main The scavenger hunt adventure brought out our competitive side in this dogtown campus walking tour
Reed Blakewell
Our family had a great time on the Des Moines Scavenger Hunt around Drake U Spotting Spike the Bulldog Statue and solving clues at Cowles Library was the highlight for us
Lana Hodges
ScavengerHunt.com made it so easy to explore things to do in D Moiners. Loved learning at plaques, chasing challenges, and stopping by Bulldog Shop for souvenirs along our route.
Rowan Sanders
Nothing beats discovering Drake U history with friends on a Scavenger Hunt adventure. Seeing iconic spots like Old Main on foot made me love the D Moiners area even more.
Corbin Bailey
This is one of the best outdoor activities in Bulldog Country. The walking tour uncovered hidden gems like Wifvat Plaza Sundial and murals near Harmon Fine Arts Center.
Mara Hollingsworth
My partner and I had a fantastic date navigating campus riddles at Drake U. From Old Main to the bookstore, every clue brought us closer together. Highly recommend.
Griffin Vance
Exploring Bulldog Town with the Des Moines Scavenger Hunt was a blast for my family. The Cowles Library and Spike statue were definite highlights for all ages.
Ainsley Fisher
Visiting from out of town I wanted unique points of interest in Des Mo. This Scavenger Hunt took me to campus icons like Bulldog Shop and had brainy riddles along every path.
Haley Rivers
If you are looking for a great walking tour around Dogtown this is it. We found hidden gems from plaques at Old Main to murals near Cowles Library while doing fun challenges.
Marcus Briggs
The ScavengerHunt.com app made our campus trek feel like an outdoor adventure. Seeing Wifvat Plaza Sundial up close was one of my favorite things to do in Bulldogland.
Elena Covington
Such a fun date idea walking through the Drake District and solving clues at cool spots like Spike the Bulldog statue and the Harmon Arts Center. Highly recommend it.
Derek Sanders
I loved exploring the Bulldog Block with my family on the Des Moines Scavenger Hunt adventure. Old Main and Cowles Library were definite highlights for us all.
Marissa Eldridge
If you are looking for things to do in D Town, the Des Moines scavenger hunt is a must. It is an interactive way to explore hidden gems like Spike the Bulldog Statue.
Devin Kendall
Going on this scavenger hunt around Drake University revealed so many historic points of interest like Bulldog Shop and plaques I missed living in College Corner.
Fiona Rivers
Exploring Dogtown with friends on this outdoor ScavengerHunt.com adventure was such a blast. We found murals by Harmon Fine Arts Center that we never noticed before.
Callum Shepherd
This scavenger hunt at Drake U made date night in Bulldog City so fun. Solving clues near Old Main and hanging out at Wifvat Plaza Sundial was awesome together.
Grayson Lowe
Our family loved the Des Moines scavenger hunt on campus. From Spike the Bulldog to Cowles Library, it was a memorable walking tour and perfect for all ages.
Marlene Becker
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