Walton County Parks Launches New Real-Life Treasure Hunt With Geocahing Challenge

Adventure seekers in Walton County have a new reason to explore our local parks and trails.

Walton County has officially launched its own Geocaching program, turning our scenic county parks into a massive, real-life treasure hunt. Whether you’re a seasoned "cacher" or just looking for a new family outdoor activity, the game offers a unique way to discover corners of the county you might normally overlook.

To find a map of local caches and join the adventure, visit www.geocaching.com and search for the username "WaltonCountyParks".

Geocaching is an outdoor adventure where participants use a GPS device or a smartphone to navigate to specific coordinates to find hidden containers, known as geocaches, or simply caches. With over three million active sites worldwide, Walton County is now officially part of this global community.

Most caches are small, waterproof containers that hold a logbook. Larger caches—like ammo boxes or plastic containers—often include small trinkets for trading. These items are usually sentimental rather than valuable, adding a fun, interactive element to the find.

How to Get Started

Joining the hunt is simple and accessible to everyone:
Sign Up: Create a free account at www.geocaching.com). Free accounts have full access to all county-maintained caches.
Find a Location: Most county parks now host caches, and ADA-accessible options are available to ensure everyone can participate.
Start Your Search: Use the Geocaching app to navigate to a site, find the container, and sign the logbook with your username and the date.

The Rules of the Trail

To keep the game fun and our parks beautiful, geocachers are asked to follow a few simple rules of etiquette:

• Trade Responsibly: If you take a trinket, leave one of equal or greater value. Never leave food, as it attracts wildlife.
• Stay on Track: Always stay on marked trails and protect natural areas.
• Cache In, Trash Out: Help keep our parks pristine by picking up any litter you find along the way.
• Be Stealthy: Be respectful of other park users and return caches exactly as you found them so the next person can enjoy the hunt.

Get outside, explore Walton County Parks, and start your geocaching adventure! For more information on upcoming geocaching events, visit www.mywaltonfl.gov.