Tri-Cities is where the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers meet, uniting Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland into a single, outdoorsy hub with more than 300 days of sunshine. Residents enjoy riverfront trails, boating launches, and easy weekend winery tours, while employers in energy, healthcare, and research keep the economy humming across Benton County and Franklin County. For trip ideas and local events, the region’s official visitor guide, Visit Tri-Cities, keeps calendars and inspiration current.
Families have strong education options. Kennewick School District, Richland School District, and Pasco School District offer STEM pathways, career-connected learning, and celebrated extracurriculars. Higher education is anchored by Washington State University Tri-Cities along the Columbia waterfront and Columbia Basin College, which supports technical degrees and workforce training.
Weekends bring museum trips and park time: discover the region’s Ice Age floods and atomic-era history at The REACH Museum, or paddle, picnic, and spot migratory birds at Sacajawea State Park. Neighborhoods range from established riverview streets to newer enclaves like Queensgate, placing groceries, schools, and trailheads minutes from home.
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