25 Things to Do in Tri-Cities (The Ultimate List)
Whether you're a bored local or just passing through, there's always something to do in Tri-Cities.
Whether you want to explore our beautiful scenery or hit the road for a short drive, there's adventure to be had!
- 1
Hike Badger Mountain
Gotta admit, this one isn't as easy as it sounds. But it's rewarding when you get to the top!
- 2
Visit The Reach Museum
You'd be surprised how much of an imprint the Tri-Cities has on American history.
- 3
Tour the Hanford Reach National Monument
Open from two hours before until two hours after sunset, there's never a bad time to visit this involuntary park.
- 4
Walk a dog through the bird refuge
See deer, otters, beavers, geese and ducks at the McNary National Wildlife Refuge.
- 5
Ride a bicycle through the Chamna Wildlife Preserve
Just wear pants you don't mind getting weeds stuck in.
- 6
Ride a longboard or tandem bike along Chiawana Bike Trail
Plenty of hills if you're an advanced rider while still tame enough for the learners.
- 7
Rent a kayak or paddleboard in Howard Amon Park
Just watch out for the American Empress!
- 8
Go on an art walk in Downtown Kennewick
Maybe get some art on your body, too. There's plenty of parlors!
- 9
Batting cages near Bateman Island
Don't have cash? The Batters Box now accepts Venmo!
- 10
Go fishing on Bateman Island
Have yourself a mini Robinson Crusoe adventure.
- 11
Disc Golf in Columbia Park
I actually know a professional disc golfer in Tri-Cities you should check out.
- 12
Visit Franklin County Historical Museum
Be sure to check out their Prehistoric Camel Exhibit. (You read that right.)
- 14
Visit the gardens behind Union library in Kennewick
I actually got married here in 2015.
- 15
Visit the Carousel of Dreams
Perfect for the whole family!
- 16
Jog the Blue Bridge Cable Bridge loop
Take all the riverfront trails along the way!
- 17
Bird watch in Zintel Canyon
- 18
Visit Juniper Sand Dunes
- 19
Attend an Americans Hockey or Dust Devils baseball game
- 20
Visit museum at Sacajawea State Park
You'd be impressed with how many museums we have in town.
- 21
Go for a drive to the White Bluffs
- 22
Go for a drive to Mattawa
- 23
Hike the Candy Mountain trail
- 24
Take photos on Clover Island
I especially enjoy the boathouses.
- 25
Skip rocks under the Blue Bridge (Pasco side)