Durham Scavenger Hunts
🏆 1,000+ Hunts Hosted
📍 12+ Triangle Hunt Locations
⭐ 100% 5-Star Reviews!
👥 10,000+ Treasure Hunters
How a Treasure Hunt Works
Grab your team
Teams of 2-6. Bring friends, Family, or co-workers. A scavenger hunt perfect for groups of all sizes!
Meet your guide
We meet you at the starting point for a full briefing, then set your team off with a treasure map looking for clues.
Solve, explore, win
Teams complete 60 minutes of puzzles and clues while walking up to 2 miles. Unlock the treasure chest first to win!
A little Durham You'll Run Into
Our scavenger hunts wind past the Major bull statue, down Parrish Street where Black Wall Street began, and through corners of downtown that most people just walk right by. Did you know there's a whale shark painted on a brick wall 150 miles from the nearest ocean — bursting through the bricks with a school of pilot fish trailing behind it? Durham is full of stories like this — our scavenger hunts just give you a reason to go find them.
Our hunts are perfect for:
Corporate Groups
Turn a workday into a scavenger hunt worth talking about. Inspire communication and teamwork in a new way.
Conference Activities
Showcase Durham with a unique local experience attendees will love.
Birthday Events
Celebrate this year in a fun, active way. Challenge your friends to unlock the treasure chest before you get there first.
Family Get-togethers
Experience Durham in a new way and show off the city to visiting family members along the scavenger hunt.
Two Ways to explore Durham. Pick your neighborhood.
Durham Central Park, CCB Plaza, and hidden downtown clues. Social district option available as well!
Start/End: CCB Plaza or Pour Taproom
Scour the industrial side of downtown Durham that is now home to restaurants, shops, and plenty of history.
Start/End: Crank arm brewing
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Testimonials
Jenna Rinck
Easy to book a private hunt for a group visiting in town and very communicative. The team enjoyed the hunt they did!
Pamela Hamilton
We had an incredible experience participating in the Triangle Treasure Hunt! Ben made it so easy to arrange. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and unique way to explore the area.
Karen Cole
I loved my experience with Triangle Treasure Hunt. Very organized, challenging, and most importantly, FUN! Our office participated and ended up being the perfect opportunity to work together as a team and have fun at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a treasure hunt last?
Each hunt runs about 60 minutes from start to finish. We keep it tight so it fits into any schedule without taking over the whole day.
How many people can participate?
We accommodate groups of all sizes — from small teams of 10 to large corporate events of 100 or more. Reach out and we'll build the right format for your group.
Do I need to download anything or bring special equipment?
Nothing. We provide all materials. Just show up ready to explore and we'll handle the rest.
Can I bring my dog on the hunt?
All of our hunts are outdoors and dog friendly. Be aware that some hunts may start/end at indoor establishments with their own pet rules.
Where in the Triangle do you operate?
We have 10+ pre-built hunts all across the Triangle. Custom events can be built around your preferred location — just ask.
What happens if it rains?
Public hunts run rain or shine — a little drizzle never stopped a good treasure hunt. In the case of severe weather, we'll reach out directly with options.
How far in advance should I book?
For private and custom events, we recommend booking at least two weeks out. The sooner the better, especially for larger groups or popular dates.
How difficult are the puzzles and clues?
The puzzles and clues are designed to be fun, but challenging. We do provide hints on request to help teams along!