Amon Creek Natural Preserve
Wetland, riparian and shrub-steppe trails along the west fork of Amon Creek; more than 150 bird species recorded. Trailheads off South Leslie Road and at Claybell Park.
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Chamna Natural Preserve
A 276-acre preserve at the Yakima River delta with more than 11 miles of trails through shrub-steppe, riparian and wetland habitat.
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Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve
The Tri-Cities’ favorite hike: the Canyon Trail climbs to summit views over all three cities and the rivers. Trailheads at Trailhead Park (Queensgate Dr) and Westgate (Langdon/Skyline trails). No shade, so go early in summer.
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Leslie Groves Park
North Richland riverfront park with sports fields and access to the riverside trail.
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Howard Amon Park
Richland’s riverfront park beside the Uptown district: shaded lawns, the riverside path, a playground and the summer concert and art-fair home base.
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Columbia Park
The region’s signature riverfront park: miles of Columbia River shoreline, the Sacagawea Heritage Trail, a family fishing pond, playgrounds, boat launches and a bandshell for festivals.