FrogQuest
Best Photo Scavenger Hunts
for Kids, Tweens, and Teens
in Costa Mesa, California
What is FrogQuest?
FrogQuest is a laughably fun photo scavenger hunt for kids, teens and tweens. Teams scour any city on foot completing daring, interactive photo-challenges with our mobile app. High Score wins!
Live Judging
We personally review every submitted photo, awarding bonus points when impressed, deducting when not. So bring that A-game!
Photo Slideshow
Afterwards, laugh together as you watch a curated slideshow of all the best photos.
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Customized
Every experience is a snowflake, created especially for your group, activity and location. Crazy or tame, it's up to you.
On Your Time
Most hunts take 2-3 hours by default but we adjust to your schedule.
Leaderboard
Track your team's activities against the others as you compete for first place.
Downloadable
Download all the photos and keep them evermore once the fun of the hunt is done.
As low as $25/pp Get a Quote!
Who, What, Why?
Perfect for groups both large and small, but as always...the more the merrier!
Photo Hall of Fame
A few of our favorite submissions
Teams
23,900
Participants
121,290
Photos Judged
885,410
Points Awarded
22,679,270
Our Favorite Spots
in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa blends creative culture with a vibrant retail and dining scene, giving groups an exciting yet approachable place to explore together. Pedestrian corridors connect art spaces, open-air shopping centers, cafés, and colorful street murals that provide lively photo checkpoints within easy reach. The compact layout keeps navigation intuitive, allowing teams to stay connected while focusing on collaboration and creativity. Shaded courtyards and outdoor seating areas offer comfortable regrouping moments for sharing progress and planning next directions. Costa Mesa's energetic personality inspires playful expression as everyday spaces become imaginative backdrops. The steady flow between bustling plazas and relaxed pockets keeps the pace engaging without feeling overwhelming. With its mix of artistic energy, modern attractions, and walkable routes, Costa Mesa creates an environment where teamwork feels natural and each discovery adds to a fun, memorable shared adventure.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa is a beacon of cultural excellence, offering groups the chance to explore the realms of music, theater, and dance. Capture the architectural elegance of its venues, the vibrancy of live performances, and the spirit of artistic exploration that permeates this cultural hub.
South Coast Plaza
South Coast Plaza is more than a shopping destination; it's a world-renowned luxury shopping experience. adventurers can photograph the stunning interior design, iconic sculptures, and perhaps even a fashion show or art exhibition, capturing the essence of high-end retail and design.
The LAB Anti-Mall
The LAB Anti-Mall, Costa Mesa's answer to the conventional shopping experience, offers a unique backdrop with its eclectic mix of shops, art installations, and community spaces. It's a vibrant scene for groups to explore and photograph, showcasing the alternative and creative spirit of the city.
What to Expect
Hunts are 2 hours by default, adjusted to your schedule as needed.
1. Set-up & Send-off!
~10 minutes
We'll meet you in the heart of your chosen play area, explain the rules, get you excited, then send you off on your photo adventure.
2. Ready, Set, Go!
~1-2 hours
Teams scatter in various directions, complete quests, and submit photos to our judges as they go. Impressing our judges may earn you bonus points. Teams track their progress in real time via the leaderboard!
3. Enjoy the Slideshow Together
~15 minutes
When the time is up, everyone returns to watch a curated photo slideshow of all the best submissions.
4. Announce Winning Team
~5 minutes
All good things must come to an end, but not until we've announced the winning team! If there are any prizes (optional), we'll pass those out too.
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Ed F.
Leading up to the event the communication with the team, the planning and execution was flawless. I was pleasantly surprised and would easily recommend to anyone.
Althea L.
We opted for remote judging and it went off without a hitch - his team was super responsive and available to help online throughout the race. The girls had so much fun...watching them made all the grown-ups chaperoning want to participate in a photo quest, too. Thanks, FrogQuest!
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Here's a couple of pro tips...
1. don't interpret the quests too literally because you'll often get credit for thinking creatively
2. it helps to divide the quest list into parts, so that each team member is responsible for keeping an eye out for a subset of the entire list
3. wear comfortable costumes and shoes because this is a high energy event
4. I highly recommend dressing up. it's crazy how many people want to join in on the fun to help you complete your quests, which is a HUGE advantage. And it also makes it so much better that you're meeting fun, interesting people.
We're Proud of all 184 of our 5-Star Reviews
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