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Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt: Wildcat Hunt: Go U, NU!

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Experience a campus-based interactive game at Park Ridge's Northwestern University! This scavenger hunt adventure let's you explore the university on foot, solving riddles, completing missions, and tackling challenges. Enjoy teamwork as you discover city center gems like Grosse Point Lighthouse and Deering Library—flexible fun for all!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Park Ridge. This top rated Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.28 miles and has 6 stops.

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Activity Info: Wildcat Hunt: Go U, NU!

Park Ridge is known for it's Historic Uptown Charm, Chicago Suburb Vibes, and O'Hare Neighbor appeal. It is a Northwest Suburb Gem with roots in Brickton and home to the iconic Pickwick Theater Landmark. On this campus exploration game, start near Ryan Center for the Musical Arts and set out on a walking tour packed with trivia, photo missions, and brainy clues. Discover University Hall, Dearborn Observatory, and more as you solve fun riddles. Locals rediscover their city while visitors get an unforgettable university tour. The hunt is perfect for students, families, or anyone wanting to experience Park Ridge's vibrant atmosphere through unique challenges.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Grosse Point Lighthouse

On this Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt, discover campus gems tied to Brickton roots and the Des Plaines Riverwalk. Solve riddles about Wildcat traditions and snap photos at historic buildings for lots of fun.

Intellectual Development

Uncover O'Hare neighbor history with clever clues and missions on your Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt. Each stop reveals hidden gems and fun facts—perfect for fans of city tours and puzzle-solving challenges.

Dearborn Observatory

Test your knowledge with local trivia about Maine South High School ties during the scavenger hunt at Northwestern. Enjoy outdoor activity, teamwork, and brainy riddles as you explore iconic campus landmarks.

Deering Library

Dive into Northwestern's storied past—find St. Mary's Parish Heritage clues as you complete missions on this scavenger hunt. Experience school spirit, mascot lore, and scenic walking routes across campus.

University Hall

Hunt for Pickwick Theater Landmark trivia woven into your Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt experience. Solve creative challenges outdoors while uncovering surprising bits of college history.

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Experience Historic Uptown Charm as you solve scavenger hunt clues at Northwestern. Snap photos at landmarks, uncover mascot sayings, and enjoy lots of fun exploring campus traditions with your team.

How the Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and get ready for instant adventure at Northwestern University! The Let's Roam app guides you step-by-step as you solve riddles, snap photos by campus landmarks, and earn points on every mission. No schedules or tour guides needed—just start when you want. Compete with friends in real time on our leaderboard while exploring hidden gems across Park Ridge's stunning campus.

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for Wildcat Hunt: Go U, NU!

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: Northwestern University, Park Ridge, Illinois

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.28 Mi (2.06 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Wildcat Hunt: Go U, NU!

The Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt is your go-to group outing in Park Ridge! Whether it is a birthday bash, bachelorette blowout, date night or weekend hangout—this campus exploration game packs flexible fun into every mission. Customize your team roles or challenge types to fit your crew’s vibe. From custom trivia to creative photo ops at spots like Grosse Point Lighthouse or Deering Library—it is all about teamwork and making memories together!

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Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts

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

Earn The Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt High Score

Ready for some friendly rivalry? On the Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt, each player receives interactive challenges as they explore iconic spots like Dearborn Observatory or Grosse Point Lighthouse. Work together to solve quirky riddles and snap creative photos—then see if your team can climb to the top of the leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2470
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2367
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2117

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Reviews for Northwestern University Scavenger Hunt: Wildcat Hunt: Go U, NU!

5 star reviews

I used ScavengerHunt.com to explore Brainyville and had a blast learning about intellectual development on campus while enjoying quirky points of interest along the hunt route.

Vivian Sutterfield

5 star reviews

If you are searching for fun things to do in Wildcat Town I highly recommend this scavenger hunt. Solving riddles at Deering Library was a real highlight of our adventure.

Miles Colton

5 star reviews

The Park Ridge uniHunt Hunt is my favorite outdoor activity around Northwestern University. Walking tour routes near University Hall were so lively and full of school spirit.

Rosalie Drummond

5 star reviews

Exploring Wildcat Country was such a blast for our date. From the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts to Dearborn Observatory, every challenge brought us closer.

Owen Hartley

5 star reviews

My family and I loved the Park Ridge uniHunt Hunt at Northwestern. The clues by Grosse Point Lighthouse and Deering Library made this a top thing to do with kids.

Elena Maxwell

5 star reviews

As a visitor to Catland, this scavenger hunt was an awesome way to explore landmarks like Intellectual Development and Deering Library on foot while solving clever puzzles.

Sierra Barnes

5 star reviews

If you want things to do in Park Ridge, this scavenger hunt is it. The walking tour through campus history made me feel like I discovered real local gems.

Miles Kendall

5 star reviews

Loved exploring the Lakefront U district with ScavengerHunt.com. Discovering hidden plaques at University Hall and Dearborn Observatory was such a cool outdoor adventure.

Aimee Parker

5 star reviews

This was a perfect date idea around Wildcat Country. Walking by Deering Library and finishing at the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts made it extra special for us.

Darren Hollis

5 star reviews

Our family had a blast on the Park Ridge Scavenger Hunt near Northwestern. We solved fun riddles at University Hall and checked out the Grosse Point Lighthouse together.

Lydia Preston

5 star reviews

If you are looking for things to do in Park Ridge, this scavenger hunt is perfect. It is a fun adventure packed with local history and must-see campus attractions.

Rosalind Cameron

5 star reviews

I never knew the Lakeview Loop had so many historic spots until this scavenger hunt. Loved learning about intellectual development at each point of interest!

Ivan Russell

5 star reviews

Exploring Northwestern University outdoors with ScavengerHunt.com was amazing. The walking tour let us discover University Hall and hidden gems across campus.

Elena Baxter

5 star reviews

The Park Ridge uniHunt Hunt was such a creative date idea in Wildcat Country. Solving clues at Dearborn Observatory and Ryan Center made our day super memorable.

Cedric Lawson

5 star reviews

My family had a blast on the Park Ridge scavenger hunt in the Purple Pride district. The Deering Library and Grosse Point Lighthouse made it great for all ages.

Marlene Hughes

5 star reviews

Looking for things to do in Cat City led me to this walking tour treasure hunt around Deering Library and Ryan Center. It is such a lively way for tourists to see Northwestern University.

Celeste Landry

5 star reviews

Exploring Evanston Commons with ScavengerHunt.com was unforgettable. Each challenge around Grosse Point Lighthouse uncovered hidden history and quirky art throughout Northwestern U.

Gabe Sutter

5 star reviews

Loved how the Park Ridge Scavenger Hunt showcased outdoor gems near Ryan Center for the Musical Arts. The clues made learning about campus history super fun under the sun.

Meghan Hollis

5 star reviews

Took my partner for a date on the Wildcat Mile and we had an awesome time solving puzzles by University Hall and Dearborn Observatory. Such a cool thing to do in Purple Town.

Darren Rowley

5 star reviews

Taking on the Park Ridge Scavenger Hunt at Northwestern U with my family was perfect. We explored Deering Library and learned so much at every stop. Highly recommend it.

Lila Camden

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