Travel Guide to Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve

Getting There

• Walking

  Start from downtown Kennewick. Head north on Washington St toward W 1st Ave. Continue straight onto N 1st Ave. After about 0.5 miles, turn right onto W 4th Ave and follow it until you reach the intersection with N Edison St. Turn left onto N Edison St and continue for about 0.3 miles. You'll reach the pedestrian bridge over the Columbia River. Cross the bridge, enjoying the views. Once across, continue straight onto S 4th St, which becomes George Washington Way. Walk for about 1.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Queensgate Dr. Turn right onto Queensgate Dr and walk for about 0.5 miles. The entrance to Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve will be on your left.

• Biking

  If you have access to a bicycle, start from the Kennewick Riverfront Park. Head west on Columbia Dr, then turn right onto N 1st Ave. After about 0.4 miles, turn left onto W 4th Ave. Continue straight to follow the road as it becomes N Edison St, and then follow the signs to the pedestrian bridge over the Columbia River. Once you cross the bridge, continue on George Washington Way for about 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Queensgate Dr, and the entrance to Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve will be on your left after about 0.5 miles.

• Public Transport

  From Kennewick, catch the Ben Franklin Transit bus route 100 at the nearest bus stop. Ride the bus toward Richland and get off at the stop near Queensgate Dr and 27th St. From there, walk south on Queensgate Dr for about 0.5 miles. You will find the entrance to Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve on your left. Make sure to check the bus schedule for accurate timings.