Why You'll Love the Murphys Scavenger Hunt
Get ready to experience historic Murphys like never before! Explore charming Gold Rush streets, historic hotels, fascinating landmarks, and beautiful downtown while working together to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and earn points. Most teams complete the adventure in approximately 1.5 hours while walking about 1.5 miles through the heart of this picturesque Gold Country town.

Historic Points of Interest Along the Way
Historic Downtown Murphys
Murphys Hotel
Old Sperry Hotel
Ebbetts Pass Veterans Memorial
The Compere Store
Site of the E.C.V. Saloon
Murphys' Oldest Wooden Home
The Murphys Pokey
Additional historic buildings, public art, and fascinating Murphys landmarks
 
Educational Benefits
This scavenger hunt provides a unique form of experiential learning by encouraging participants to:
Practice observation and critical thinking skills
Solve puzzles and interpret clues
Learn about California's Gold Rush and the settlement of the Sierra foothills
Discover how Murphys grew from a mining camp into one of California's best-preserved historic towns
Explore Gold Rush-era architecture and historic buildings
Learn about early commerce, travel, and daily life in the 1800s
Discover the history of hotels, saloons, and businesses that served miners and travelers
Explore local monuments and community history
Develop teamwork and communication skills
Strengthen problem-solving abilities
Build navigation and spatial awareness skills
Connect with the history, culture, and heritage of California's Gold Country through active exploration
 
How It Works
Detailed login instructions and access information will be provided.
When you're ready to begin, travel to the designated starting location.
Access the scavenger hunt through your account on your smartphone.
Follow clues, solve puzzles, answer questions, and complete challenges.
Earn points for correct answers and climb the leaderboard.
Explore Murphys in a fun and memorable way while learning along the journey.
 
Team Information
One purchase covers your entire team.
Recommended team size: 2–6 participants.
Family-friendly and suitable for a wide range of ages.
 
Visiting Tips for Families
Bring a Charged Smartphone
A smartphone is required to access clues, challenges, and scoring.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Participants should expect approximately 1.5 miles of walking.
Take Time to Explore
Murphys is home to historic buildings, unique shops, local restaurants, museums, and numerous wine tasting rooms, so consider allowing extra time before or after your scavenger hunt.
Work Together
The best experience comes from collaborating as a team to solve challenges and uncover clues.
Take Your Time
There is no time limit, so feel free to stop, explore, take photos, and enjoy the experience at your own pace.
 
Educator Package
Includes educational resources, interactive project ideas, trip organization support, and engaging pre- and post-visit educational activities designed to help students connect their scavenger hunt experience to broader learning concepts in history, geography, observation, communication, art, architecture, and problem-solving.