Checkpoint Challenges Customer Photo Looking for a local club? No need with Checkpoint Challenges! This innovative new take on orienteering uses your smartphone as both map and compass and allows you to enjoy any of our courses at your own convenience.

Checkpoint Challenges

About Checkpoint Challenges

Are you a fan of hiking or taking long walks in the park but like to keep your mind engaged as well?

Embark on a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure with Checkpoint Challenges where you will forge your own trail between checkpoints while honing your map reading skills!

Orienteering in the Digital Age...

Much like traditional orienteering, each course consists of a series of points on a map that must be visited in sequence. Participants choose their routes between checkpoints and return to the Start. However, instead of using a large paper map, your smartphone will display only the current map segment with a compass overlay, progress updates, and hints to avoid getting lost.

Select your own time and pace...

No need to wait for club meetings as our courses are available whenever you're ready. Engage in competitive action with rankings for each leg or enjoy as a recreational activity. This enriching outdoor pursuit is perfect for any active person or adventurous group.


Checkpoint Challenges Long Branch

What are people saying about Checkpoint Challenges?

Customer Reviews

Great idea! Can't wait to see more locations added.
James
Went with my teenage kids and they were really intrigued and want to do this again. Novel way to enjoy the fresh air!
Bella
Yes, I got lost, but I was soon back on track! I loved the whole experience but especially the helpful warning when I got too far off course :-)
Liam
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Checkpoint Challenges Highlights

  • Running
  • Competition
  • Team building
  • Race
  • Challenging
  • Flat rate price
  • Active
  • Outdoors
  • Enriching
  • Physical
  • GPS
  • Contest
  • Compass Reading
  • Individuals or groups
  • No reservations
  • Anytime
  • Checkpoints

Aerobic exercise releases chemicals in the brain that foster the growth of new brain cells. And when you use a map and connect it to landmarks, you stimulate growth between brain cells.
Harvard University Medical School
Mapping Onondaga Park, 610 Roberts Ave, Syracuse, NY
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Onondaga Park, 610 Roberts Ave, Syracuse, NY

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