Tonawanda scavenger hunt
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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Tonawanda! Explore the Queen City Suburb, unravel riddles, complete exciting missions, and discover hidden gems at iconic spots like The Long Homestead and Ellicotts Creek. Perfect for teams seeking fun challenges and sightseeing in this Erie Canal Charm.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Tonawanda. This top rated Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.14 miles and has 8 stops.
About this hunt
Local Favorite
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.83 KM (1.14 Mi)
Go anytime
Local Favorite
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.83 KM (1.14 Mi)
Go anytime
Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Tonawanda! Explore the Queen City Suburb, unravel riddles, complete exciting missions, and discover hidden gems at iconic spots like The Long Homestead and Ellicotts Creek. Perfect for teams seeking fun challenges and sightseeing in this Erie Canal Charm.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Tonawanda. This top rated Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.14 miles and has 8 stops.
Stops on this hunt
The Long Homestead
Discover the Long Homestead, a historic gem in Tonawanda East. Locals say it's walls once echoed with canal songs. Solve riddles and explore it's architecture on your scavenger hunt adventure.
Ellicotts Creek
Explore Ellicotts Creek, where turtles sunbathe on logs in summer. This serene spot is perfect for uncovering local trivia and hidden gems. Snap a creekside selfie and let this location inspire your next challenge.
Tonawanda Civil War Memorial
Visit the Civil War Memorial, a place where history echoes through engraved names. Locals say it is the best sunset selfie spot in Tonawanda East. Capture it's dignity as you tackle your next scavenger hunt riddle.
Gateway to the West
Stand at Gateway to the West, where canal-side charm launched journeys to new frontiers. This plaque packs big history—locals love to quiz visitors here! Test your skills and log another point of interest.
Lumber Capital
Uncover Lumber Capital's hidden gems—the Erie Gateway once shipped more lumber than anywhere else! Spot old log marks on river rocks as you roam, snap photos, and rack up scavenger hunt points.
The Dam
Visit The Dam, where Tonawanda's canal dreams first took shape. Locals whisper that frogs sometimes out-sing traffic here. Snap a shot and experience this slice of engineering history on your walking tour adventure.
Lumber Port
Explore Lumber Port, once Niagara Frontier's timber hub. Locals recall ice jams that halted trade here. Piece together it's story with teamwork and keen eyes for hidden hunt clues during your adventure.
The People
Pause at 'The People', where kids reenact canal days even now. Uncover canal-life trivia and artful details while adding playful photos to your mission log along Erie Canalway Trail.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 24 E Niagara St, Tonawanda, NY 14150, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.14 Mi (1.83 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 2 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
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How the Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt works
Simply download the Let's Roam app on your phone. With just a few taps, you are ready to embark on an adventure through Tonawanda East! Solve riddles, snap photos at landmarks like Gateway to the West, and climb the leaderboard. Discover hidden gems while having fun with friends or family.
Earn The Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? On the Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt, each player tackles interactive challenges across spots like The Long Homestead. Work together to solve riddles and trivia for a shot at topping our leaderboard—bragging rights included!
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Reviews for Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt: Tonawanda scavenger hunt
Fantastic way to uncover hidden gems around East The Civil War Memorial was impressive This tour is truly a unique thing to do for tourists
Mia Martinez
Exploring East on this scavenger hunt was an adventure Lumber Port and Ellicotts Creek were definite highlights A perfect outdoor activity
Noah Miller
A wonderful family activity in Tonawanda We loved the Dam and all it's history The kids had so much fun with the app-based challenges
Sophia Johnson
Great date idea in the East neighborhood The Gateway to the West was a highlight We enjoyed solving puzzles together while exploring historic sites.
Liam Thompson
The Tonawanda scavenger hunt was a blast! Exploring East was both fun and educational. Loved discovering The Long Homestead and the Lumber Capital.
Evelyn Parker
Exploring East neighborhood via ScavengerHunt.com was exciting. From The People to historic points of interest, it was a fantastic walking tour experience.
Ethan Marshall
This scavenger hunt in Tonawanda was a blast! My family enjoyed teamwork challenges and uncovering stories around Lumber Capital. Highly recommended!
Sophia Harrison
What an adventure! Walking through East, we solved riddles by The Long Homestead and discovered art at Gateway to the West. A must-do activity.
Lucas Thompson
A perfect date idea in East. We loved the puzzles at The Dam and learning about local history at the Civil War Memorial. Such a unique outing.
Grace Fletcher
I had an amazing time on the Tonawanda scavenger hunt. Exploring East with friends was delightful. Ellicotts Creek and the Lumber Port were highlights.
Samuel Patterson
A great thing to do in Tonawandaville! This scavenger hunt let us uncover hidden gems like The Long Homestead while enjoying a fun walking tour of East.
Mia Williams
Exploring East neighborhood through this scavenger hunt was a highlight! We visited spots like Lumber Port and enjoyed learning quirky history along the way.
Noah Brown
As an outdoor activity in East, the Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt was perfect. The People spot was fascinating, and solving riddles made it an engaging adventure.
Olivia Martin
For our date night in East, we tried the Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt. It was such a unique way to bond and explore places like Gateway to the West and Ellicotts Creek.
Emma Johnson
I took my family on the Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt and we had a blast! Exploring East with the kids was both educational and fun. Loved The Dam and Lumber Capital!
Lucas Taylor
Tonawanda's treasure hunt is pure fun! From Lumber Capital to Civil War Memorial, every spot had it's unique charm. Highly recommend for new explorers!
Olivia Robinson
Exploring East through this adventure was superb! The People monument had intriguing history, making it more than just a walking tour.
Luke Henderson
This scavenger hunt is a must for anyone looking to explore outdoors. The Dam and Gateway to the West offered amazing sights!
Sarah Miller
Perfect date idea in the East side of town! Solving riddles by Ellicotts Creek was fun and we enjoyed learning local history together.
Jake Wilson
The Tonawanda Scavenger Hunt was a hit with the family! We loved finding clues at Lumber Port and exploring the historic Long Homestead.
Emily Thompson
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