Checkpoint Challenges Customer Photo Thinking about joining a local club? There's no need with Checkpoint Challenges! This innovative orienteering approach uses your smartphone for navigation, allowing you to enjoy our courses at your own pace whenever you want.

Checkpoint Challenges

About Checkpoint Challenges

Are you passionate about hiking or walking in the park but also looking to challenge your mind?

Checkpoint Challenges offers an unmatched outdoor adventure experience. Plot your unique course between checkpoints while working on your map reading skills!

Next Generation Orienteering

Like conventional orienteering, each course includes a sequence of map points that must be visited in order. Participants select their own routes between checkpoints, eventually returning to the Start. Instead of a full-size paper map, though, your phone will show only the current course segment, complete with an integrated compass, progress details, and hints to keep you oriented.

You choose the time and the pace...

Our courses are available whenever you are, eliminating the need to wait for a club event. Participate competitively, with rankings for each leg of the course, or enjoy as a recreational activity. This enriching outdoor pursuit is perfect for any active person or group of adventurers.


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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

  • Compass Reading
  • Challenging
  • GPS
  • Running
  • No reservations
  • Contest
  • Competition
  • Individuals or groups
  • Anytime
  • Checkpoints
  • Flat rate price
  • Enriching
  • Outdoors
  • Physical
  • Race
  • Team building
  • Active
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 Discovery Park, 3653 41st Ave W, Seattle, WA
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Discovery Park, 3653 41st Ave W, Seattle, WA

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