At first glance, the Tri-Cities can seem like nothing but one big traffic snarl. The best solution: go to the park. This 400-acre green space along the river showcases all the nice things about this functional urban hub, like its proximity to water, its history of exploration and its usually sunny weather. The main trail through the park is popular with walkers and joggers; it's mostly paved and is dotted with 'did you know?' signs, playgrounds and picnic spots.
Columbia Park
Southeastern Washington
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
1.71 MILES
In a cool modern building overlooking Columbia Park, this hands-on museum focuses on local and regional history and the ecological impacts of human…
Sacajawea State Park Interpretive Center
6.68 MILES
Set in a 284-acre park at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers, the Sacajawea Interpretive Center describes the journey of Lewis and Clark…
East Benton County Historical Museum
3.05 MILES
This museum tracks local history and has some exhibits on 'Kennewick Man,' the 9300-year-old skeleton of a Caucasian male found on the banks of the…
Nearby Southeastern Washington attractions
1.71 MILES
In a cool modern building overlooking Columbia Park, this hands-on museum focuses on local and regional history and the ecological impacts of human…
2. East Benton County Historical Museum
3.05 MILES
This museum tracks local history and has some exhibits on 'Kennewick Man,' the 9300-year-old skeleton of a Caucasian male found on the banks of the…
3. Sacajawea State Park Interpretive Center
6.68 MILES
Set in a 284-acre park at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers, the Sacajawea Interpretive Center describes the journey of Lewis and Clark…