Pacer's Points Boost system is designed to keep you motivated and help you climb the League leaderboard. The system includes three kinds of bonuses: Daily Boosts, Weekly Boosts, and Go Outside Boosts.
The Go Outside Boost is a daily reward for exercising outdoors. Unlike Daily Boosts (short-term doubling of GPS/treadmill points) or Weekly Boosts (week-long multipliers for under-10k step users), Go Outside Boost rewards you for checking in at parks and sharing photos. It encourages fresh air, exploration, and community engagement — and it's available to all users.
Why use Go Outside Boost?
- Outdoor motivation – It gives you extra League points for venturing outside.
- Connect with nature and community – You'll explore nearby parks and contribute photos that help other Pacers.
- Extra points without long walks – If you're short on steps, a quick park visit can still add to your weekly total.
- Works with other boosts – You can combine Go Outside Boost with Daily or Weekly Boosts for even more points.
How Go Outside Boost works
Pacer's Go Outside Boost is tied to park check-ins. You earn bonus League points by visiting parks, recording your walk or run, and sharing photos.
1. Check in at a park
- Find a park – Use Pacer's Near Me or Parks and Trails features to locate a park.
- Go to the park – You must physically visit the park; location services must be enabled.
- Open the park page in Pacer and tap Check-In. Only the first check-in of the day counts toward League points. You can visit multiple parks, but only the first check-in of the day earns points.
2. Earn check‑in and photo bonuses
Pacer awards different point bonuses based on your actions at the park:
| Action | Points |
|---|---|
| Park check-in (GPS or manual) | 20 pts |
| GPS track bonus | +10 pts |
| First photo in this park (ever submitted by anyone) | 50 pts |
| Your first photo in this park | 10 pts |
| Add a photo in this park | 5 pts |
| Park Ranger bonus | 5 pts |
Maximum per day: up to 100 points
These points are added to your League total and are counted separately from the Adventure Challenge 200-point weekly cap.
3. Upload photos and become Park Ranger
- First photo in this park (ever) – If no one has posted a photo before, your first picture earns a big 50-point bonus.
- Your first photo – Even if others have uploaded photos, your first photo still earns 10 points.
- Add more photos – Each additional photo earns 5 points; it's a great way to share the scenery.
- Park Ranger – The first person to check in on a given day becomes the Park Ranger and gets 5 points. If you remain Park Ranger during your next check-in, you'll continue to receive this bonus.
4. Daily and weekly limits
- One park check-in per day counts for League points. Additional check-ins won't grant extra boost points.
- Go Outside Boost points are not subject to the 200-point Adventure Challenge cap. You can earn up to 100 Go Outside Boost points per day on top of your step points and other bonuses.
Daily step cap – You earn 1 point per 100 steps, up to 300 points per day. Boost points are the only way to go beyond that.
How many points can I earn in total?
For highly active users, combining all point sources can result in 650+ points per day:
| Source | Max Points |
|---|---|
| Daily Steps | 300 pts/day |
| Daily Boost | 50+ pts/activation |
| Go Outside Boost (Park Check-in) | up to 100 pts/day |
| Adventure Challenge | up to 200 pts/week |
Who can use Go Outside Boost?
Everyone can use Go Outside Boost. Unlike Weekly Boosts, which are reserved for users under 10k steps/day, Go Outside Boost has no step-count requirement. Simply find a park, check in, and start earning extra points. Premium membership is not required, but a Premium subscription may give you other perks like League Protection.
Combining Go Outside with other boosts
- You can use Go Outside Boost together with a Daily Boost or an active Weekly Boost. For example, if you activate a Daily Boost (which doubles GPS/treadmill points for 30 minutes) and then check in at a park while recording a GPS walk, you'll earn both the doubling effect and the Go Outside bonuses.
- Go Outside Boost points are added on top of your normal step points and any multipliers from other boosts.
- Go Outside Boost points are not subject to the Adventure Challenge 200-point weekly cap — you can earn up to 100 Go Outside Boost points per day regardless of other boost usage.
Tips for maximizing Go Outside Boost
- Explore new parks – First photos and first check-ins give the largest bonuses. Visit parks where few Pacers have been for easy extra points.
- Use GPS tracking – Always record your walk or run; the GPS track bonus is an easy 10 points.
- Take multiple photos – Photos are worth up to 5 points each, and they make park pages richer for everyone.
- Aim to be Park Ranger – Early morning park visits can help you claim (and keep) the Park Ranger bonus.
- Combine strategically – Pair Go Outside Boost with Daily or Weekly Boosts on days when you plan longer outdoor activities to maximize points.
Go Outside Boost vs. Daily & Weekly Boosts
| Go Outside Boost | Daily Boost | Weekly Boost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Single park check-in per day | Up to 30 minutes | Entire league week |
| Activation | Visit a park and check in | Activated from the Shop (must use same day) | Activated from Shop (runs automatically once unlocked) |
| Eligibility | Everyone | Everyone | Under 10k avg steps/day; Premium required in Gold League and above |
| Effect | Flat bonus points for park check-ins and photos (up to 100 pts/day) | Doubles points from GPS/treadmill walks for 30 minutes | Personalized multiplier for all League activity for one week |
| Weekly cap | Not subject to Adventure Challenge 200-pt cap | Not subject to Adventure Challenge 200-pt cap | Not subject to Adventure Challenge 200-pt cap |
Frequently asked questions
Can I get points from multiple park check‑ins in a day?
No. Only the first park check‑in counts toward League points. You can visit multiple parks, but only your first check‑in of the day earns boost points.
Do I need Premium to use Go Outside Boost?
No. Go Outside Boost is available to all Pacer users. Premium is only required for features like League Protection or Weekly Boost in Gold league and above.
Can I combine Go Outside Boost with Daily or Weekly Boosts?
Yes. You can use them together to maximize points. Go Outside Boost points are separate from the Adventure Challenge 200-point weekly cap, so combining boosts can result in significantly higher daily totals.
What happens if I upload photos later?
Only photos uploaded during your check-in session count toward bonus points. Photos added later are great for sharing but won't add extra points unless they fall under the "Add a photo in this park" category.
How do I find parks to check in?
Use Pacer’s Nearby feature to discover parks and trails nearby, or search for parks in the app. You can filter by distance, amenities or popularity.
By using Go Outside Boost thoughtfully, you'll not only earn extra League points but also enjoy fresh air, explore local parks, and help build the Pacer community. Combine it with Daily and Weekly Boosts to climb the leaderboard faster — and remember to share your photos!