Summer is right around the corner, and what better way to soak up the sun than with a playful photo scavenger hunt? Perfect for everyone from the youngest kiddos to the teens who need a nudge to step away from their screens, this free printable summer photo scavenger hunt is your ticket to making memories this sunny season!
How to Play Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt
Playing the summer photo scavenger hunt game is as easy as pie! First, grab our free PDF download of the scavenger hunt list.
Then, head outdoors with your camera or smartphone and start snapping photos. Each item on the list is a small adventure waiting for you to capture it in a picture.
You can roam your backyard, hit the beach, or explore your local park—the world is your playground!
Get creative and put a twist on the hunt by:
- Forming teams to see who can check off all the items first.
- Turning it into a selfie scavenger hunt by taking a selfie with each find.
- Setting a time limit to raise the stakes.
The Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt List
Pack your camera and get ready for a photographic quest! Here’s what you’ll be looking for when using our free printable
- A child running through a sprinkler
- A firefly glowing in the evening
- A pair of sunglasses resting on the sand
- A seashell washed up on the shore
- A sailboat or windsurfer on the water
- A family playing beach volleyball
- A rainbow-colored popsicle being enjoyed
- A sunflower reaching towards the sun
- A family barbecue in the backyard
- A beach bonfire with marshmallows roasting
- A beach umbrella casting a shadow
- A sandcastle at the beach
- A child splashing in the waves
- A lifeguard tower overlooking the ocean
- A crab crawling along the sand
- A scoop of ice cream melting in the sun
- A surfer catching a wave
- A crab hiding in a tide pool
- A beachside café or ice cream stand
- A beach ball being tossed in the air
This list is perfect for use at the beach, perhaps if you’re on vacation or are lucky enough to live near to the beach.
You can also make up your own lists of summer themed photos to continue to fun.
This activity is a fantastic way to get the gang outdoors. It’s perfect for all ages – simple enough for preschoolers to join with a little help, yet engaging enough to capture the attention of tweens and teens. And let’s be honest, even adults will have a blast!
Download the Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt PDF
Click below to download the free printable file, and start your summer photo scavenger hunt activity.
Terms of use: this digital file is free for personal use and free for classroom use, not for commercial use.
Note: The PDF file actually contains all 4 seasons, so if you only want summer just be careful to select only that page when printing.
With this photo scavenger hunt, you’re not just gathering pictures; you’re creating an album of summer fun that you’ll love to look back on. Every photo tells a story, and we can’t wait to see the stories you’ll tell.
Whether you’re embarking on this photo journey in June, making the most of July, or savoring the last days of summer, your camera is your best friend. Capture the color, the laughter, and the light of the season. With this game, there are no right or wrongs in photography—just follow your joy.
So, what are you waiting for? Post your finds, share your experiences, and most importantly, have a fantastic time making this summer a snapshot-worthy one.
Why not make this a yearly tradition and include the summer photo scavenger hunt a part of your family’s summer season year after year!
More Scavenger Hunts
If you enjoyed this scavenger hunt and want to try more, we have a variety of different scavenger hunts for all year round so give these a go
- Free Printable Summer Scavenger Hunt For Kids
- Free Printable Beach Scavenger Hunt Game
- Spring Nature Scavenger Hunt Printable
- Free Christmas Scavenger Hunt Printable For Kids
- Fun Free St Patricks Day Scavenger Hunt Printable
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
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