Free Printable Fall Scavenger Hunts. 7 options: leaf, nature, outdoor, festival, indoor, and blank scavenger hunts for the kids.
I have a new baby! And while he’s too young for scavenger hunts yet, I’m getting started on stuff to do in the future. And free printable fall scavenger hunts seemed like an easy activity. And since I was creating one, I figured “why not do six?” (plus there are two versions for the leaf scavenger hunt). There are hunts for various things: leaves, nature, outdoor, and fall festival. There is also one for indoors. And a blank one so you can make up your own stuff to find.
If you’re looking for stuff to do with the kids this fall, you have to check out my Free Printable Fall Bucket List. It’s not only a long list of ideas, but includes links to tons of activities.
Instructions on Printing
• Print options: regular paper works just fine. If you’re going to use the “Ziploc bag trick” (below), then card stock might work better.
• All of the files are in pdf below. Just hit the “download” button (or pink word “download,” depending upon browser).
• The default size of these is full-page. However, if you want smaller, simply reduce the print size. If you’re not sure on how much to reduce, check out my post “How to Resize Printables to Fit Your Planner.”
Instructions on Playing
Start by downloading and printing the scavenger hunt of choice.
One-Time Use:
If you’re using going to use the regular paper just once, I highly suggest having a sturdy clipboard to hold during the hunt so you won’t be chasing paper around if the wind catches it. (I once chased family history paperwork all over a cemetery…it was not fun.)
If you’re using a clipboard, you might want to tie the marker or pen to the clipboard so it doesn’t get lost.
Multi-Use:
If you want to re-use the scavenger hunt, laminate it or slide it into a page protector. Just remember to use dry-erase markers to be able to wipe off the marks.
Or you can put in a Ziploc bag (tape it in place), and then use the dry-erase markers.
Ways to Play:
Depending on the ages of the kids involved, you can play differently.
For younger kids, take your time and just let them find everything. They’ll have plenty of fun!
Older kids might want to compete. You can set a time limit and see who finds the most (this works best if you know some of the items aren’t available to be found). Or just see who can find everything fastest.
You can also have the kids take a picture of each item. This works really well with older kids.
Free Printable Fall Scavenger Hunts
Fall Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
This is a free printable outdoor scavenger hunt. Filled with outdoor and fall-specific things to find (such as colored leaves), it’s perfect for an outdoor walk (or drive).
Fall Festival Scavenger Hunt
Free printable festival scavenger hunt is something for the kids to do while at a fall festival or street fair.
Fall Nature Scavenger Hunt
During your next walk in nature, take along this free printable fall nature scavenger hunt.
Fall Leaf Scavenger Hunt
I actually have 2 free printable leaf scavenger hunts.
I have a more traditional one with types of leaves/species. Now, to be honest, I’m not good with species. If the artist hadn’t labeled them, I wouldn’t have been able to put this together.
So I did a leaf scavenger hunt that is slightly easier, where you’re looking for colors, numbers of points, etc. I suggest that one for younger kids.
This is a more general one. Probably good for younger kids who might have trouble distinguishing different leaf species.
Indoor Scavenger Hunt
One thing about fall is that the weather isn’t always great. So a free printable indoor scavenger hunt is great for those cold, rainy days.
Blank Scavenger Hunt
I was a very Type A kid. And I would have HATED a scavenger hunt that included stuff that was impossible to find. (For example, not everyone has oak trees where they live, which is on both of the leaf scavenger hunts).
So I decided to make a free printable blank scavenger hunt. The parent fills out all the stuff to find, making it specific for your house/location. Then, the kids can find everything!
Would You Be Interested in Other Seasons?
These are the first scavenger hunts I’ve done (though I’ve done treasure hunts for almost every holiday!). Did you like these free printable fall scavenger hunts? And would you like to see them for different seasons? If so, comment below letting me know.
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I love these – they are cute and I think other seasons would be great!
Yay! I’m glad you liked them. Thanks for the feedback. I definitely think I’ll be doing all the seasons. I already have summer done. So just have winter & spring left.
Thank you for these! They are so cute! It’s going to be a lot of fun exploring the world and getting into the season.
Thank you! I just started doing scavenger hunts for the website this year and have been surprised how popular they are. I also have a summer and Halloween one. And will definitely be doing a winter and spring one. And maybe some for other holidays. Thanks for taking the time to comment and enjoy the hunts.
What a fantastic idea! I love the variety of scavenger hunts you’ve provided. They’ll be perfect for my kids’ fall activities. Can’t wait to print these out and start exploring! Thanks for sharing!