Small discoveries. A good day together.
Give the walk
a little wonder.
A free Arizona nature scavenger hunt for kids. Pick a desert or forest list and notice what is already around you. A short walk counts.
Choose our hunt ↓No signup · No collecting · Phone or printable
Try the five-find version
Choose any five prompts. Let your child point, describe or draw what they notice. You can do this from a bench or an accessible overlook too.
Finding everything is optional. Stop when your family is ready.
How to play
- Choose an open, suitable place and check its current conditions and rules.
- Pick a list. One adult reads while the kids look, or print a copy before leaving.
- Stay together on designated paths. Look and listen; leave discoveries in place.
For younger kids, read one prompt at a time. Older kids can sketch a favorite find or describe what makes two shapes different. Skip anything that is not present or cannot be seen safely.
An adult leads the outing. Do not touch cactus, reach into holes, approach wildlife or move toward an edge or water to finish a prompt. Check weather and bring your usual supplies; use the packing checklists before you go.
Choose your surroundings
These are observation prompts, not a promise of what you will find.
Checkmarks last only while this page is open. Print to keep a copy.
Look, listen, leave it there
Desert discoveries
Our favorite discovery: ____________________________________
Look, listen, leave it there
Forest discoveries
Our favorite discovery: ____________________________________
Give your hunt a place
For a desert outing, read the Papago Park guide. For forest inspiration, explore Woods Canyon Lake. Choose conditions and a route that fit your family; the game works without completing a hike.
Ready to make a day of it? Add your chosen destination and a nature hunt to your plan.
Plan our day with Sage →Leave the discoveries for the next family
Observe wildlife from a distance, keep natural objects where they are, and follow local trail rules. Our activity follows the outdoor-care principles described by the National Park Service’s Leave No Trace guide.
Created November 4, 2026 · Health & Travels · Editorial standards