Hiking

Las Tri-Cities son un paraíso para los amantes de las actividades al aire libre, ya que ofrecen una gran variedad de senderos perfectos para pasear, correr, hacer senderismo, montar en bicicleta e incluso a caballo.

Diviértase bajo el sol sin salir de la ciudad, o aventúrese más allá de los límites urbanos para contemplar vistas panorámicas en apacible soledad.

Tanto si busca impresionantes vistas de las Tri-Cities y sus ríos, senderos pavimentados a orillas del río para pasear a pie, en bicicleta o en patines, senderos enclavados entre frondosos árboles ribereños donde podrá avistar fauna salvaje, o paisajes espectaculares que cuentan la historia de las grandes inundaciones de la Edad de Hielo de hace entre 18.000 y 15.000 años, aquí encontrará oportunidades únicas y emocionantes para explorar los senderos al aire libre.

Consejo profesional: muchos de los senderos no tienen sombra, así que vístase adecuadamente, lleve crema solar y agua.

Hiking Trails

Trail Heads

1. Badger Mountain Trail
3.2 mi
Moderate
Hike up Badger Mountain for panoramic views of the Tri-Cities and surrounding landscape, perfect for capturing stunning sunrise and sunset photos. This popular trail offers a moderate challenge, making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned hikers, and a favorite for both locals and visitors. Enjoy the beautiful wildflowers and vibrant sunsets as you ascend to the summit. Don't miss the stone marker that shows the maximum height of the Ice Age-era Lake Lewis at 1,250 feet. Imagine everything below that marker, including the entire Tri-Cities, being underwater!

2. Badger Mountain Skyline Trail
6.8 mi
Moderate
The Badger Mountain Skyline Trail provides an extended adventure, taking you across the ridge with breathtaking views of the Columbia Basin and the distant mountains. This longer hike is perfect for those seeking a rewarding challenge and diverse scenery along the way.

3. Candy Mountain
3.5 mi
Moderate
Candy Mountain, nestled alongside Badger Mountain, offers a delightful trek with rewarding vistas at the summit, showcasing the beauty of the Columbia Basin. Enjoy a peaceful hike through wildflower-filled meadows and rolling hills.

4. McBee Hill Loop
4.1 mi
Moderate
McBee Hill Loop provides a challenging yet rewarding hike with breathtaking views of the Yakima River and surrounding valleys. Perfect for adventurous spirits, this trail takes you through varied terrain and lush landscapes.

5. White Bluffs North Slope Trail
5.6 mi
Moderate
The White Bluffs North Slope Trail offers a scenic hike along towering cliffs with stunning views of the Columbia River and the surrounding desert landscape. As you hike, you'll be captivated by the unique geological formations and the chance to spot local wildlife.

6. White Bluffs South Slope Trail
8.2 mi
Hard
Embark on the White Bluffs South Slope Trail for a longer adventure through rolling sand dunes and fragrant sagebrush, all while enjoying breathtaking vistas of the Columbia River. This trail provides a serene escape into nature, perfect for those seeking solitude and the beauty of the desert.

7. Richland Riverfront Trail
9.3 mi
Easy
Stroll, bike, rollerblade, skateboard, or scooter along the scenic, paved Richland Riverfront Trail, which winds along the Columbia River and provides picturesque waterfront views. This family-friendly trail is perfect for a leisurely day outdoors.

8. Chamna Natural Preserve Trail
4.3 mi
Easy
Explore the tranquil Chamna Natural Preserve Trail, where you can wander through lush green trees and fragrant sagebrush, and spot a variety of wildlife. This peaceful retreat alongside the Yakima River is ideal for nature walks and bird watching.

9. Twin Sisters Rock
0.7 mi
Easy
A place sacred to Native Americans for millenia, the Twin Sisters Rock trail is a short yet rewarding out-and-back hike that takes you to two striking basalt pillars with fascinating geological features and stunning views of the Columbia River. It's a perfect spot for photography and a quick adventure into the unique landscape of Wallula Gap.

10. Wallula Gap Overlook
1.0 mi
Moderate
The Wallula Overlook trail offers a brief but spectacular out-and-back hike to a vantage point with panoramic views of the Columbia River and the dramatic cliffs of Wallula Gap. This trail is ideal for a peaceful outing with breathtaking scenery and the chance to spot soaring birds of prey.

11. Sacajawea Heritage Trail
15.7 mi
Easy
Follow in the footsteps of explorers on the Sacajawea Heritage Trail, a paved path that loops around the Tri-Cities on both sides of the river, and offers a string of 96 educational signs every ¼ mile along the way, called “Pompy’s Lessons” that teach about Lewis & Clark, plus local flora and fauna. Enjoy the blend of natural beauty and cultural significance on this versatile trail.

12. Tapteal Loop Trail
2.3 mi
Easy
Tapteal Loop Trail winds along the Yakima River, offering beautiful views and a tranquil setting for hiking, biking, or bird watching. This trail is great for a relaxing day immersed in nature. Be advised, the dirt trail can be muddy and flooded in springtime.

13. North Canyon Trail Loop
9.2 mi
Hard
North Canyon Trail Loop offers a scenic hike through canyons and ridges, with opportunities to see wildflowers and panoramic views of the Yakima Valley. This trail is perfect for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.

14. Jump Off Joe Trail
3.1 mi
Moderate
Jump Off Joe Trail takes you to a unique geological formation with expansive views of the Columbia Basin. This trail is ideal for geology buffs and those looking to explore the area's natural history.

15. Amon Creek Natural Preserve
2.0 mi
Easy
Amon Creek Natural Preserve features a network of trails through wetlands and lush green trees, offering a peaceful retreat for hikers and wildlife observers. Enjoy the diverse ecosystems and the chance to spot local fauna, including 25 species of birds, plus jackrabbits, coyotes, raccoons, beavers, otters, and mink.

16. Yakima River Delta
3.3 mi
Easy
The Yakima River Delta Trail takes you through a lush delta where the Yakima River meets the Columbia, providing excellent bird watching and tranquil water views. This trail is a peaceful oasis perfect for a relaxing hike.

Recursos adicionales:

Mapas de senderos:

Ruta Geológica Nacional de las Inundaciones de la Edad de Hielo | Servicio de Parques Nacionales de EE.UU.
En REI, 129 N Ely St Main 2, Kennewick, se puede adquirir el mapa de senderos Basin to Ridge, creado localmente, con los mejores senderos de la zona.

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