Fun 4th of July Scavenger Hunt For Kids (Free Printable Clues!)
Get ready for an outdoor star-spangled adventure! These riddles will lead kids around the yard, celebrating freedom and fun along the way!
Kids will love solving the 4th of July Scavenger Hunt clues. While parents will love the easy setup and entertainment.
This patriotic scavenger hunt is safe, fun, and perfect for kids to enjoy during your 4th of July celebration!
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4th of July Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt transforms Independence Day into a mini adventure, with hidden clues leading to a fun surprise.
- It’s FREE!
- It’s a fun activity for kids or families to enjoy.
- The setup is quick and easy.
- There’s no cleanup! (ALWAYS a bonus!)
- It’s versatile. Leave small gifts with each clue or one larger gift at the end.
Print out the clues and get started!
Instructions for the 4th of July Scavenger Hunt
Here’s what to do:
1. Print out the download below. Cut out the cards.
2. Hold on to the first card, and hide every other card according to where the card before tells you to go. If you do it in order, here’s where they go:
Feel free to adjust the hiding spots to fit your home! While this scavenger hunt is designed for outdoor fun, you can easily move clues inside if that works better for your space.
- CARD 1: Give to the scavenger hunt participant(s)
- HIDING SPOT 1: Porch swing or outdoor seating (CARD 2)
- HIDING SPOT 2: Garage fridge, freezer, or cooler (CARD 3)
- HIDING SPOT 3: Grill or fire pit (CARD 4)
- HIDING SPOT 4: Swing set, play house, slide, or anywhere in the backyard (CARD 5)
- HIDING SPOT 5: Garden hose or sprinkler (CARD 6)
- HIDING SPOT 6: Where the broom is kept in the garage (CARD 7)
- HIDING SPOT 7: Under the doormat (CARD 8)
- HIDING SPOT 8: In the toy bin or sports equipment area- Find the prize hidden here!
Pro Tip: To make the hunt more difficult for older kids or adults, get creative with your hiding spots! Hide the cards under and inside objects instead of in plain sight.
3. Next, give the first card to the scavenger hunt participants. Then, watch as they scurry around outside in excitement.
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Get the FREE 4th of July Scavenger Hunt Printable
Grab the 4th of July Scavenger Hunt printable cards PDF below.
Older kids will have a blast setting this scavenger hunt up for younger siblings or cousins too!
4th of July Scavenger Hunt Treasure Ideas
With a scavenger hunt like this, you’ll want them to find a fun “treasure” at the end. Here are a few ideas:
- Money
- Candy
- Patriotic crafts
- Free memory Game For 4th of July
- Printable coupons
- 4th of July tattoos
- Glow sticks
- Light Up Wands
- Patriotic bubbles
- A note to “check the freezer for a cold treat”
- Outdoor games
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