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Wharton Scavenger Hunt: Wharton‘s Wacky Wanderers

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Join the Wharton Scavenger Hunt adventure in Historic Downtown Wharton! Explore the Texas Coastal Prairie, solve riddles, and complete challenges. This interactive walking tour reveals hidden gems like the Moran-Moore House and Colorado River Bend. Perfect for sightseeing, teamwork, and friendly competition.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Wharton. This top rated Wharton Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.34 miles and has 10 stops.

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Activity Info: Wharton‘s Wacky Wanderers

Wharton is a charming Southern Texas getaway known for it's Brahman Cattle Country and historic downtown. On this hunt, explore landmarks like the Big Green Dinosaur and Gerard A. Harrison House. Locals will rediscover their city while visitors uncover Wharton's railroad legacy and scenic rice fields—fun for everyone!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Moran-Moore House

Stand before Moran-Moore House, where Brahman Cattle Country meets historic elegance. This stop offers architecture buffs a treat—plus a hidden gem for sightseeing fans.

John A. and Sophie Garrett House

Uncover secrets at Garrett House, a hidden gem in Historic Downtown Wharton. Capture creative photos while diving into local trivia at this storied landmark.

Judge Edwin Hawes House

Soak up history at Hawes House in the Heart of the Prairie. Snap photos by it's stately columns while learning about Wharton's legal roots—a perfect outdoor activity for history buffs.

Gerard A. Harrison House

Imagine stories swirling around Harrison House, a favorite in Colorado River Bend. Locals whisper of backyard socials here—soak up the atmosphere during your scavenger hunt adventure.

Ben and Mary Davis House

Explore the Ben and Mary Davis House, a key piece of Wharton County Charm. Tackle challenges while learning fun facts about this iconic part of Southern Texas Getaway.

City of Wharton

Discover the City of Wharton plaque, a gateway to Wharton's Railroad Legacy. Engage in teamwork as you solve riddles and uncover the vibrant history of this Texas Coastal Prairie gem.

Security Bank and Trust Company

Stand outside this historic bank building where fortunes flowed through Gulf Coast Proximity. Uncover fun facts with teamwork—a hidden gem for sharp-eyed city tour fans.

Judge George E. Quinan

Unravel riddles at Judge Quinan's marker, tucked away in Scenic Rice Fields. Feel history come alive as you complete challenges known only to local insiders.

Big Green Dinosaur

Snap selfies with Big Green Dinosaur under Hwy 59—a must-see attraction on your scavenger hunt adventure! Locals claim it 'roars' at sunset, adding lots of fun to your journey.

Colorado River Bridge

Marvel at this historic bridge linking Texas Treasure Town's past and present—a prime location for sunrise views! Solve missions tied to it's iconic architecture during your walking tour.

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  • Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
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How the Wharton Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and head to Wharton's city center! Use our app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and earn points as you explore. Compete on the leaderboard while discovering hidden gems around every corner—simple, fun, and mobile-first!

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 515 N Walnut St, Wharton, TX 77488, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.34 Mi (2.15 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Wharton‘s Wacky Wanderers

The Wharton Scavenger Hunt is perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend adventures in Southern Texas. Customize your experience with unique challenges that foster team bonding—ideal for any group outing! Whether it is a date or team event, enjoy flexible pacing and memorable moments.

Earn The Wharton Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love some competition? On the Wharton Scavenger Hunt, tackle interactive trivia at spots like Judge Edwin Hawes House or snap photos by the Colorado River Bridge. Work with your team to crack riddles for a chance to top our leaderboard—and claim ultimate bragging rights in this thrilling adventure.

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Team: Max Power

Score: 2459
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2356
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2106

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Reviews for Wharton Scavenger Hunt: Wharton‘s Wacky Wanderers

5 star reviews

Our family had a blast exploring Wharton's Security Bank and Trust Company area during our walking tour with ScavengerHunt.com. Highly recommend it!

Emily Brown

5 star reviews

Taking on challenges near John A. and Sophie Garrett House was thrilling. Exploring downtown Wharton felt like discovering a treasure trove of history.

David Garcia

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Wharton is full of hidden gems like the Big Green Dinosaur. The scavenger hunt around downtown made for an exciting outdoor adventure with friends.

Claire Wilson

5 star reviews

My partner and I loved this as a date idea in Wharton's city center. Solving puzzles at Judge George E. Quinan kept us entertained all afternoon.

Brian Thompson

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Exploring Wharton with ScavengerHunt.com was fantastic. From the Moran-Moore House to the Ben and Mary Davis House, every stop had a unique story.

Alice Sanders

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The perfect thing to do in River City, Texas! From Security Bank to John A. Garrett House, each stop told a story of Wharton's past.

Megan Anderson

5 star reviews

Downtown Wharton amazed us with it's hidden gems like the Colorado River Bridge. Loved uncovering local treasures while learning history.

Lucas Johnson

5 star reviews

This was a great outdoor activity in Wharton. Solving puzzles near landmarks like Gerard A. Harrison House added excitement to our walking tour.

Sophia Miller

5 star reviews

I took my date on the Wharton adventures. Downtown's charm and stops like Moran-Moore House made it memorable. Such a fun way to connect!

Jake Thompson

5 star reviews

Exploring Wharton with this scavenger hunt was a delight. The Big Green Dinosaur and Judge Edwin Hawes House were highlights! Perfect for families.

Emily Parker

5 star reviews

This was a great thing to do while visiting Wharton. We loved how interactive it was, especially seeing Judge Edwin Hawes House up close!

Jackson Lee

5 star reviews

The downtown walking tour led us past gems like Gerard A. Harrison House and Moran-Moore House. It was such a fun way to explore Wharton.

Ava Thompson

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Our family had an incredible time on this outdoor adventure in downtown Wharton. The kids were thrilled by the Big Green Dinosaur!

Lucas Garcia

5 star reviews

What a perfect date idea in charming Wharton. We solved puzzles near the Colorado River Bridge and enjoyed learning quirky history together.

Olivia Martin

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Exploring Wharton was a blast on this scavenger hunt! We loved the teamwork as we discovered the quirky Big Green Dinosaur and historic landmarks downtown.

Ethan Wright

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Our trip to Wharton became an adventure with ScavengerHunt.com! Highlights included solving puzzles at City of Wharton and spotting local art.

George Carter

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A fantastic way to uncover downtown's hidden gems. We loved discovering unique places like Moran-Moore House on this walking tour.

Anna Bishop

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A perfect date idea in Wharton's city center. Solving riddles by landmarks like Gerard A. Harrison House was romantic and entertaining.

Marissa Gonzalez

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A lovely family outing in the heart of Wharton. The kids adored the Colorado River Bridge and all the fun challenges we faced together downtown.

Ronald Parsons

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Exploring Wharton through the ScavengerHunt.com app was delightful. The Big Green Dinosaur and Judge Edwin Hawes House were my favorite spots.

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