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Elkins Scavenger Hunt: Elkins Express Extravaganza

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Two hours. One epic Elkins adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Elkins you will compete for the top spot in your city. You can start your scavenger hunt any time your group is ready. Learn how it works.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Elkins. This top rated Elkins scavenger hunt is 1.18 miles and has 9 stops.

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Activity Info: Elkins Express Extravaganza

All aboard for the adventure of a lifetime with our Elkins, West Virginia scavenger hunt! As the train tracks of history wind through this charming downtown neighborhood, you‘ll be swept away on a fun-filled journey full of laughter and memories just waiting to be discovered. Chug along as you uncover hidden gems that‘ll give you a deeper insight into the fascinating stories that shaped this bustling railyard town. On this whirlwind Elkins, West Virginia scavenger hunt, you‘ll weave your way through historic landmarks and breathtaking architecture. Dive into the tales behind prestigious local figures, pay tribute to the sacrifices made for peace, and honor the legacy of those who built this magnificent city. But wait… there‘s more! Unravel the mysteries within an iconic mill and make sure to pause at awe-inspiring memorials too. So, gather your fellow explorers, grab your tickets now and prepare to lose track of time in beautiful Elkins – where every stop is worth the ride!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the sights of Elkins.

Some of what you'll see: Working Railyard, Railroad Builds Elkins, Darden Mill

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How It Works: Elkins Express Extravaganza

Explore Elkins like never before. All you need is a phone and some free time! Our cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS and Android) uses GPS and AI photo scanning to help you navigate from stop to stop as you uncover hidden art, history, and culture all around you.

Solve riddles at each stop, complete hilarious photo challenges, and compete with your team to score the most points and top our city-wide leaderboard.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 615 Randolph Ave, Elkins, WV 26241, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.18 Mi (1.9 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Elkins Express Extravaganza

Whether you're heading out for a weekend getaway, throwing a surprise birthday party for your best friend, or celebrating your bachelorette party, the fun never stops with ScavengerHunt.com.

Our Elkins scavenger hunts are endlessly customizable. Unlock unique challenge types, roles, and other special features as you have a blast, no matter the occassion.

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Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!

Earn The Elkins Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love a little competition? On your photo scavenger hunt, each player on your team will receive interactive challenges. You'll work together to solve riddles, answer trivia and complete photo challenges for a chance to top the Elkins leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2481
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2378
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2128

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The Top Rated Scavenger Hunt In Elkins

See our amazing reviews of our Elkins scavenger hunt walking tour!

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I loved using the app during our scavenger hunt in Downtown. It made exploring so much easier and more engaging than just wandering!

Brian J.

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If you're looking for things to do in Elkins, this scavenger hunt walking tour is perfect for families or friends wanting adventure!

Megan T.

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This was a great walking tour through Downtown Elkins, showcasing its rich history and beautiful architecture along the way.

Chris A.

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We had an incredible time on this Downtown scavenger hunt, uncovering treasures at each location while enjoying the fresh air.

Laura M.

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A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest in Elkins. Each stop like Halliehurst revealed fascinating stories from the past.

Daniel G.

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This scavenger hunt is such a fun thing to do in the friendly city of Elkins. I loved learning about local history while walking around.

Jessica D.

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Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was amazing. The history at places like The Railroad Builds Elkins added depth to our adventure.

David B.

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The scavenger hunt was a great outdoor activity in Downtown Elkins. Walking around to see historic sites was refreshing and fun.

Sarah W.

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What a fun date idea in the mountain town of Elkins. We enjoyed solving puzzles while discovering hidden gems like H.W. Daniels Post.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring Elkins with the scavenger hunt. The Darden Mill and Halliehurst were highlights that made it memorable.

Emily J.

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The scavenger hunt app made exploring Downtown easy and interactive. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to discover local treasures!

Matthew A.

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This is definitely one of the best things to do in Elkins! The challenges were entertaining, and we got some great photos along the way.

Sophia L.

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We loved this walking tour through Elkins! It was engaging and educational, giving us insight into local history while having fun.

Daniel R.

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The scavenger hunt was an awesome way to explore Downtown. Each location had its own story, making it memorable and enjoyable.

Olivia G.

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A great way for tourists to experience Elkins. We discovered fascinating history at H.W. Daniels Post No 29 and more during our walk.

David M.

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Elkins has so much character! This scavenger hunt let us see parts of the city we never knew existed, making it such a fun adventure.

Jessica W.

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Exploring Downtown was a highlight of my day. I enjoyed learning about Henry Gassaway Davis and other historic sites along the way.

James D.

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This outdoor activity was perfect for enjoying the fresh air around Downtown. The scavenger hunt kept us engaged at every stop.

Samantha B.

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What a fantastic date idea in the heart of Elkins. We loved discovering hidden gems like Halliehurst while solving puzzles together.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring the historic spots in Elkins. The scavenger hunt was a fun way to see the Railyard and learn about our town.

Emily J.

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I absolutely loved this scavenger hunt walking tour! It took us through beautiful parts of downtown with fascinating stories at each stop.

Chris L.

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If you're looking for things to do in Elkins, this scavenger hunt is perfect! A unique way to explore while having fun.

Megan H.

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The walking tour through downtown Elkins was so much fun! It felt like an adventure discovering all the historic sites.

James R.

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This was an awesome scavenger hunt in downtown Elkins! I loved every moment of walking and discovering new places.

Laura M.

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A great way for tourists to see Elkins' points of interest. The scavenger hunt app made it easy and engaging!

Daniel G.

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Elkins is such a hidden gem! This scavenger hunt led us to amazing spots like Halliehurst that we would have missed otherwise.

Jessica D.

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Exploring downtown Elkins was fantastic. Each stop had its own charm, especially H.W. Daniels Post No. 29 and its rich history.

David W.

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This outdoor adventure was perfect for our family. The Darden Mill was a highlight that we enjoyed exploring together.

Sarah B.

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What a fun date idea in the mountain city! We loved discovering the Railroad Builds Elkins and learning about local history.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring Elkins on this scavenger hunt. The Lest We Forget That Peace Has a Price was especially moving.

Emily J.

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I loved using ScavengerHunt.com for this adventure in Downtown. It turned out to be such a fun scavenger hunt walking tour!

Daniel W.

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If you're looking for things to do in Elkins, this scavenger hunt is a must-try! Great way to spend an afternoon outdoors.

Megan R.

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The walking tour aspect of this scavenger hunt made it even better. Exploring historic spots like The Darden Mill was unforgettable.

Brian D.

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We really enjoyed our Downtown scavenger hunt experience. It was engaging and we learned so much about the area.

Laura M.

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This is an awesome way for tourists to see points of interest around Elkins. The app made it easy to navigate!

Chris G.

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Had so much fun doing this in the mountain city. The Railroad Builds Elkins location was particularly interesting to see.

Jessica J.

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Exploring the Downtown neighborhood through this scavenger hunt was amazing. Each stop offered unique insights into local history.

David B.

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This scavenger hunt is a great outdoor activity around Downtown. Walking past the History Of Town Plaque was fascinating.

Sarah W.

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What a fun idea for a date in Elkins. We loved solving puzzles while discovering hidden gems like Halliehurst.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring the Elkins scavenger hunt with my family. The Darden Mill was a highlight and perfect for kids.

Emily J.

FAQs.

Elkins Express Extravaganza will help you discover new exciting things, taking you to popular attractions and secret sites even the locals don't know about. We'll lead you to 'must-see' landmarks and treasures including: Railroad Builds Elkins, Working Railyard, Darden Mill. Need more details? You can find additional scavenger hunt information here.
Of course! We have a whole team of Elkins team building experts at ScavengerHunt.com that can help turn the Elkins Express Extravaganza scavenger hunt into the engaging, energizing team building activity your company needs. Our team can customize any team building scavenger hunt to include a tailored route, a special starting and ending location, custom questions about your company, and your logo. Click here for more info on how to start your Elkins team building adventure.
It's easy! Start by buying scavenger hunt tickets from our store. Tickets can be used for the Elkins scavenger hunt or any ScavengerHunt.com city scavenger hunt (we have more than 400 hunts in cities across the globe). After securing your tickets, choose the city you want to explore. Download the Let's Roam app (our awesome parent company), select your adventure/activity, and start your epic journey!
Every scavenger hunt, whether in your home or outside, is designed to bring teams together. Outdoor hunts are a fun way to explore with your friends and family and help groups see the city in an exciting new way. Our In-Home hunts are designed to help kill boredom and help you learn more about each other. Be prepared to learn something new and have a great time. Our software helps us customize your scavenger hunt to your tastes as you solve clues. At the end of your hunt, you'll be ready to do it in another city! Get Your Gift or Tickets
Your scavenger hunt will lead your group across town to the best-known landmarks as well as hidden gems. Along the way, you and your teammates will complete fun photo challenges, test your knowledge of local trivia, and solve riddles that will bring your entire group together. ScavengerHunt.com by Let's Roam is a great way to explore a new city or learn more about an old favorite. Learn how it works.
Yes, our scavenger hunts are socially distant and outdoors. Questions are hidden on plaques, statues, and more outside. You won’t enter buildings and will only interact with your family/friend bubble. These wacky walking adventures are the perfect way to explore in a safe manner. Your group can pause at any time and take a break. Challenges are often off the beaten path and away from heavily trafficked tourist attractions.
Our one-of-a-kind in-home scavenger hunts help you, your friends, family or date explore, discover, and connect. All you’ll need is your phone, your team, and your home. The interactive Let’s Roam app will present you with a series of challenges and questions ranging in difficulty and point value.
Our scavenger hunt tickets are flexible and can be used in any of our locations for up to two years. When you purchase as a gift you will receive an instant printable card for the recipient.
Our scavenger hunts take about 2 hours. You can pause your scavenger hunt if you'd like to explore a stop on the hunt or get drinks/food along the way.
Whenever you're ready to explore! If you're doing an outdoor hunt, daylight may help you find some clues, you can go any day, any time (even holidays). You will never be asked to go inside buildings on your hunt, so you don't have to worry about business hours. No reservation is required for groups of less than 20.
During your hunt each person will be texted photo challenges, trivia, and other activities for everyone to do together. We recommend purchasing a role for everyone in your group and kids over 6. If a person doesn't have their own device, you can have up to 4 roles on a single device. Our app will let you know when to pass the device to them when it's their turn.

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