Sacajawea Historical State Park
"Kennewick visitors come for an easy day trip to enjoy river views and interpretive history. The park is a short drive from shopping, dining, and other Tri-Cities amenities."
A riverside historic park at the Lewis and Clark campsite with interpretive exhibits and scenic views.
Paradise Point State Park
"Kennewick residents use the park as a nearby Columbia River escape with beach access and fishing. It is a convenient warm-weather destination without a long drive."
A Columbia River day-use park with beach access, picnic areas, and river views.
Hat Rock State Park
"Kennewick, part of the Tri-Cities, offers a variety of urban amenities. Outdoor enthusiasts from Kennewick visit Hat Rock for fishing and scenic views."
A riverside park featuring a unique basalt rock formation and recreational opportunities.
Columbia Hills State Park
"Kennewick residents visit for a change of scenery, especially for river views and outdoor recreation. The park is close enough for a weekend excursion or a longer day trip."
A Columbia River Gorge park with dramatic views, petroglyphs, hiking, and water access.
Doug's Beach State Park
"Kennewick residents may visit for a longer day trip focused on outdoor recreation and river access. The park's winds and views make it worth the drive from the Tri-Cities area."
A Columbia River day-use park famous for windsurfing, kiteboarding, and scenic basalt cliffs.
Palouse Falls State Park
"Kennewick visitors are drawn to the park for its unique geology and big-sky views. It is a rewarding destination for road trippers looking for a nearby natural landmark outside the city."
A dramatic canyon park featuring Washington’s official state waterfall and expansive views of the Palouse River basin.
Palouse Falls State Park Heritage Site
"Kennewick residents often come for sightseeing, picnics, and dramatic landscape photography. The park offers a striking contrast to the urban and riverfront settings of the Tri-Cities."
A dramatic heritage site featuring Washington’s official state waterfall and sweeping canyon views.