Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt: Watertown Wonders & Whimsy Hunt
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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Watertown, South Dakota! Explore the Prairie Lakes Region and discover hidden gems like the Terry Redlin Art Center and Bramble Park Zoo. Solve riddles, complete challenges, and enjoy an interactive walking tour that brings teamwork to life. Perfect for sightseeing in downtown Watertown!
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Watertown. This top rated Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.10 miles and has 9 stops.
About this hunt
Local Favorite
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.77 KM (1.10 Mi)
Go anytime
Local Favorite
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 1.77 KM (1.10 Mi)
Go anytime
Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Watertown, South Dakota! Explore the Prairie Lakes Region and discover hidden gems like the Terry Redlin Art Center and Bramble Park Zoo. Solve riddles, complete challenges, and enjoy an interactive walking tour that brings teamwork to life. Perfect for sightseeing in downtown Watertown!
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Watertown. This top rated Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.10 miles and has 9 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Old M. & St. L. Depot Museum
Feel history come alive outside the depot where trains once ruled. A magnet for history fans and outdoor activity seekers alike. Local secret: bricks were train-hauled too!
Public Opinion & City Hall
City Hall stands as a testament to Watertown's civic pride. Trivia buffs will love the stories this site holds. Did you know old headlines were posted in it's windows? A must-see on your hunt.
Retail Building
Discover the history behind this iconic retail building in Watertown. Locals have tales of finding lost treasures here! Perfect for a scavenger hunt with it's rich architecture and local stories.
McCarthy Building
'Stand beneath Lamm’s original sign imagining prairie fixes with their tools—a horseshoe from 1919 may still bring luck!'
Carnegie Free Public Library
Outside the Carnegie library, discover tales etched in stone. This spot is pivotal in Watertown's story as the Lake City of knowledge. Fun fact: exterior lions once scared off pigeons more than readers!
Codington County Courthouse
The courthouse stands tall as a beacon of history in South Dakota's Lake City. Legend says it's dome glows just right at sunset—a must-see on any sightseeing adventure.
Watertown Post Office
Admire the post office's historic face—a landmark in Dakota Discovery Zone. Locals recall holiday card waits; maybe find quirky mailbox details on your next mission!
Minneapolis and St. Louis Depot
Marvel at the depot's classic lines and echoes of past whistles across downtown. Every brick tells a story—ideal for scavenger hunt missions.
Traditional Post Clock
'Strike poses by downtown’s post clock—a classic feature where locals set watches daily.'
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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 20 3rd St NE, Waverly, SD 57201, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.1 Mi (1.77 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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- 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.
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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 Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and head to downtown Watertown for a fun scavenger hunt! Use our app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and explore local landmarks. Compete with friends on the leaderboard as you uncover hidden gems across the city center. It is simple: just download the app and start your adventure!
Earn The Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? In the Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt, each player will tackle interactive challenges at spots like Public Opinion & City Hall. Work together to solve trivia and photo tasks for a chance to top the leaderboard—bragging rights await those who conquer downtown's best!
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Reviews for Watertown South Dakota Scavenger Hunt: Watertown Wonders & Whimsy Hunt
This treasure hunt through Downtown's unique architecture, from Public Opinion to Minneapolis Depot, was such an exciting way to see Watertown!
Ethan Jones
The scavenger hunt is a fun thing to do in Waterwonderland! Discovering spots like the Codington County Courthouse made it exciting for tourists.
Sophia Brown
Exploring Downtown on this walking tour was fantastic! We loved spotting landmarks like the Traditional Post Clock while learning quirky history.
Noah Williams
Our date in Watertown turned into an unforgettable day as we solved riddles and found hidden gems like the Old Depot Museum. Perfect for couples!
Ava Johnson
I had a blast with my family exploring Downtown Watertown. Solving puzzles at the McCarthy Building and City Hall was so engaging. A must-do adventure!
Liam Smith
As tourists, this was a perfect way to see Watertown's highlights. The Traditional Post Clock and Retail Building were fascinating parts of our journey.
Ava Wilson
Exploring downtown with this walking tour was amazing. The interactive app guided us through interesting spots like McCarthy Building and City Hall.
Emma Davis
The Watertown scavenger hunt was such an outdoor adventure. From Carnegie Library to Public Opinion, we uncovered hidden gems all through downtown.
Jake Thompson
This was a super fun date idea in Watertown. We loved discovering the historical spots like Codington County Courthouse and solving puzzles together.
Lily Martin
We had a blast exploring Downtown Watertown with the scavenger hunt. It was a great way to see the city center, from the old depot to the post office.
Sam Reynolds
Visiting Sioux River City is always exciting but this scavenger hunt was next level Loved seeing Minneapolis and St Louis Depot and other points of interest
Olivia Greenwood
I had a wonderful time exploring the heart of Waterland with it's hidden gems from the Carnegie Library to unique places like Retail Building
Michael Reed
What a great outdoor activity in Downtown Watertown We strolled past landmarks like the Public Opinion City Hall and enjoyed every step
Samantha Parker
Perfect date idea in Watertown The scavenger hunt around historic spots like the McCarthy Building made it unforgettable A must-do adventure
James Bennett
Exploring Downtown Watertown was an absolute blast The scavenger hunt led us to places like the Old Depot Museum and the Courthouse so much fun for families
Emily Thompson
The scavenger hunt was a great tourist activity. Seeing points of interest like Old M & St L Depot Museum gave us insight into Watertown life.
Ava Jones
Discovering Watertown's history was thrilling! Highlights included McCarthy Building and City Hall, learning about each spot's unique past.
Noah Brown
A wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors in Downtown. We loved seeing the Carnegie Free Public Library and Watertown Post Office on our hunt.
Emma Williams
This downtown adventure is ideal for a date. Solving clues at the Minneapolis and St Louis Depot made for an unforgettable day in Water Town.
Olivia Johnson
Exploring Watertown was a blast! The scavenger hunt led us to the Traditional Post Clock and Codington Courthouse - perfect family fun.
Liam Smith
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