Are you looking for Fourth of July scavenger hunt clues for your kids? This is a fun Independence Day treasure hunt you have to try!
As a mom of three, I have learned over the years just how much kids love treasure hunts. Seriously, my kids are OBSESSED with solving and following clues that lead to a special surprise.
If you’ve followed my page at all, then you’ve probably seen one of many different scavenger hunts. In the past, I have created ones for many holidays such as Halloween, Christmas, New Year’s and many, many more. If you’re interested you can check them all out here.
With summer and the Fourth of July quickly approaching, I decided to create a festive Fourth of July scavenger hunt. On this Fourth of July scavenger hunt, your child(ren) will solve 12 clues that lead them to different indoor items such as the front door, coffee pot, shoes, and more!
At the end of the treasure hunt be sure to leave them a red, white and blue treasure of some sort. If you aren’t sure what to leave them be sure to check out my list below for some inspiration.
Your kids are sure to have a good time with this treasure hunt.
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Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt
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Supplies
- Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt Printable
- Printer
- Printer Paper (8.5×11)
- Scissors
- Tape
- Fourth of July Treasure/Prize
Directions
First, download the free Fourth of July scavenger hunt clues at the end of the post. Then, cut out each of the clues.
It can be helpful to number the clues on the back. I’ve found that numbering helps the kids when they are doing the hunt so they can be sure they’ve found the right clue because more than one clue may be in the same room.
After all the clues are numbered and cut out, set aside the first one. This is the clue that says “Hip Hip Hooray! It’s Independence Day! Here’s a special hunt for you to do. Where you’ll solve and follow each and every clue. If you’re up for this Independence Day fun. The table is where you’ll find clue number one.”
This first clue card you will not hide, instead you will give it to your kids for them to start the hunt.
Treasure Hunt Setup
To hide the clues, you’ll start with the 2nd clue. This clue will be hidden in the riddle’s location of the first clue (the table).
To sum it up, whichever clue you are hiding, you place it in the location of the previous clue. For example, the third clue will go in the location from the second clue, the fourth clue will go in the location from the third clue etc. You keep doing this pattern until you get to the last clue.
Some of the locations you may need to tape the clue up. It can be fun to use some Fourth of July-themed washi tape like this to do so.
The last clue card says “Because you solved each and every clue, an Independence Day treat is waiting for you. Find your surprise where you lay each night. Look under blankets, tucked out of sight.”
You then would put whatever “treasure” you have for your child on their bed. You’ll probably want to put it under their blankets so they don’t see it when they are searching for other clues on the hunt.
I have the bed as the last location so that if you have multiple children they can do the treasure hunt together but then each of them can get their own treasure.
* To make life easier on yourself, I highly recommend pulling up this post when you go to hide the clues. That way, you can see the order of the clues and the answer to each one.
Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt Clues
Page 1
1. Hip Hip Hooray! It’s Independence Day! Here’s a special hunt for you to do. Where you’ll solve and follow each and every clue. If you’re up for this Independence Day fun. The table is where you’ll find clue number one.
- Answer: Table
2. Bomb pops are tasty and a 4th of July treat. Another clue awaits you by these frozen things you eat.
- Answer: Freezer
3. After yummy popsicles and ice cream too, there’s something important you must remember to do. Where bristles sit both night and day, your next clue is hiding there tucked away.
- Answer: Toothbrush
4. 1776 was the year our country was founded. Tick tock, tick tock is how the next clue sounded.
- Answer: Clock
5. On the 4th we watch fireworks that light up the night sky. If you check all the light switches there’ll be a clue you can spy.
- Answer: Light Switch
6. Before we had states, there were colonies instead. Your next clue is hidden where you’d wash your hair and head.
- Answer: Shower/Tub
Page 2
7. The flag’s stars and stripes wave all day long, while we play and sing our country’s song. When the 4th of July fun has come to an end, look where we send off and say bye to our friend.
- Answer: Front Door
8. I hope you’re wearing something red, white or blue. Another clue can be found where the coffee does brew.
- Answer: Coffee Pot
9. S’mores are yummy. Yes, it’s true. But they leave your face and hands sticky like glue. Wash them well and you’ll see, the next clue waiting where soap should be.
- Sink/Soap
10. A fun July 4th tradition that is full of festive spirit, is an Independence Day parade you’ll be glad when you’re near it. Before you head out to watch this show, look where shoes and sneakers go.
- Answer: Shoe Shelf or Closet
11. On Independence Day we celebrate freedom with pride and cheer. We gather with family, neighbors and friends all near. Here’s your next clue, so keep on going. Don’t slow down, the fun is growing. When thirst comes knocking, don’t delay. Check where cups are stored away.
- Answer: Cupboard with glasses and cups
12. Because you solved each and every clue, an Independence Day treat is waiting for you. Find your surprise where you lay each night. Look under blankets, tucked out of sight.
- Answer: Bed
4th of July Treasure/Prize Ideas
If you are looking for some ideas for treasure to leave at the end of the hunt, here are some fun red, white, and blue ones listed below.
- Red, White or Blue Candy
- Bald Eagle Squishmallow
- Fourth of July Bracelets
- Red Hydroflask
- 4th of July I Spy Book
- July 4th Stickers
- Independence Day Pencils
- 4th of July Notepad
- July 4th Activity Book
- 4th of July Trivia Book
- USA Blanket
- Lego Fireworks
Create Your Own 4th of July Scavenger Hunt
Do you want to come up with your own scavenger hunt clues? Maybe you want to create a more challenging hunt or just want more clues to make this longer.
If you’d like the blank Fourth of July scavenger hunt template to create your own, I’ve included it on the last page of the free printable. Just print off as many copies as you need and write your own clues inside each box.
If you need some additional places for your clues to lead here are a few other great options:
- Microwave
- Fruit Bowl
- Stool
- Puzzle
- Board Game
- Television
- Toilet Paper
- Trash Can
- Curtain
- Dishwasher
- Stove
- Couch
- Picture Frame
- Computer
- Mirror
- Sock Drawer
- Toaster
- Plate
- Water Bottle
- Stairs
FREE Printable Fourth of July Treasure Hunt
Here are the free printable Fourth of July scavenger hunt clues! You can either download and print it off now or pin this post for later!
I hope you and your kids have a blast doing this 4th of July treasure hunt!
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