Badger Mountain has the best trails in the tri-cities area, with multiple trails around Badger Mountain for beautiful views of eastern Washington. Anyone who likes hiking would be a fool to not hike around Badger Mountain while in the area. We had an awesome time here! My partner and I visited Badger Mountain for some hiking and and followed Google Maps to the trailhead that took us through an affluent part of the neighborhood of Richland that's high up in the mountains. Unlike in the Seattle area of popular trails, there was parking to be found during a Sunday afternoon in the lot. At the lot, there was a map of various trails, dog poop bags and off to the side was a small playground area with bathrooms and a water fountain. My partner and I hiked the Canyon Trail with our dog, which gets you to the top of Badger Mountain. Friends of Badger Mountain, which maintains the trails did a fantastic job with creating trails and there are even stairs in the beginning part of the hike to climb. The hike was easy for those who are used to hiking, but provides a good workout as it's not a stroll in the park. At the top of Badger Mountain is a bench and you can see beautiful views of the city and eastern and central Washington. And since there are multiple trails that connect to one another, I recommend taking one trail up and the descending on another trail for more views. Just remember that there is no shade coverage here, so be prepared. Great hike! read more

Badger Mountain Trails - Multiple trails on Badger Mountain - Hiking Near Me - Richland, Washington

The playground area is a perfect age entire while the littles wait for others to hike the mountain! It is clean and green! read more

Badger Mountain Trails - Badger Mountain start from White Bluffs Road. 9.6.20 - Hiking Near Me - Richland, Washington

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Pretty unique scene passing through a beautiful neighborhood to get to the parking area for this hiking trail. The well kept path and stairs make for a mildly challenging uphill hike with some pretty views from the top, on a clear day. Be sure to wear a mask not only for the other hikers you pass on the path but for the dust that gets kicked up as well. The path itself is not real scenic but the views are nice. There are several paths you can take with varying distances to choose from. Also bring a water bottle with you as it got pretty dry and hot along our walk. Pet friendly trails with dogs on a leash. I appreciated the clean restrooms nearby at the park in the grassy area before the hike up. This is definitely a well kept area with considerate hikers, of all ages and levels, who use the trails. Following the hike we rewarded ourselves with a tasting at the Badger Mtn Winery. read more

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So.........I have mixed feelings about these trails. There are four or so trails so you won't get bored. (One of them is pretty new.) But there's no middle ground. Sometimes you are scaling the mountain practically horizontally, in a wide zig zag format. Not much incline. But sometimes you are making a straight shot up the mountain. Fairly steep incline. Nice ass burn the next day. There are very few trees for shade, and the bushes and plants just attract lots of insects and bugs, which will land on you quite often. I took up a book to read and realized too late that there is nowhere up top to sit and relax. (Read: not a very scenic hike.) Especially with the rattlesnakes in the area, it'll be the last time I bring a book to read here anyway. But it's still a hike well loved in the area. Even in 90+ degree weather, there were lots of cordial hikers and bikers. I had my top off to get a nice tan and I appreciated that I didn't get any dirty or disapproving looks. Will I come back? Maybe, when I'm ready to wash my shoes, as once you are done here, your legs and shoes will be covered in dirt. But during the summertime, I'd be hard pressed to return. read more

The tri cities doesn't have much hiking, but they do have badger. Badger mountain has multiple hills of various difficulties, but all being feasible and done in 30 minutes to an hour total. The view on the top is stunning from all angles, and worth the hike. Although rattlers are prone to be there during the summer, as long as you are aware you should be fine. It is a popular spot and is best hiked in fall and winter! read more

,What a cool concept and a symbol of local action for the good of the community. A few years ago, Badger Mountain was in danger of becoming overcome with development (why do people need big houses on top of beautiful places). In 2003, a big chunk of land on Badger Mountain was bought up by "Friends of Badger Mountain", and now the Tri-Cities can claim to have a really cool hike close to town with awesome views for miles. I've jogged up/hiked this trail at the trailhead off of Dallas Road (NW side of Badger Mountain). The parking area is nice, and it looks like they are getting ready to put up a nice big sign/bulletin board next to the trailhead. Basically one can follow a trail all the way up to the top of Badger Mountain. There is the cool new trail which has gravel for footing and bigger rocks for bordering. You can take this trail all the way up to the opposite side of Badger Mountain (SE side?). There is a road which also goes up the mountain, so you can also take that up---but I think the trail is where its at. It has switchbacks, you walk among the sage brush, and get some awesome views. The trip up turned out to be around 2-miles. I jogged it with my dogs (they were totally hatin' it after the first mile, but they made it up). I was surprised at how many people were out. Ran into about 10-15 people on the trail alone. It was a bit breezy, but it was a clear day and very nice out. Could see the entire Tri-Cities, several vineyards, LIGO (my work), Hanford site.... On top of Badger Mountain are cell and microwave towers, and that's about it. For the trip down, I walked it (didn't want to overdo it for my legs). All in all this is a great hike! read more

Badger Mountain Trails - Trailhead - Hiking Near Me - Richland, Washington

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I love hiking here it's a good work out(: just be careful there's rattle snakes! I don't recommend taking your toddlers only because the hill is really steep But mostly because of snakes. read more

Badger Mountain Trails - Badger mountain trail - Hiking Near Me - Richland, Washington

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Hiking this mountain is a family tradition. We've done it a number of times with our dogs but then we had kids and a lot of things got put in hold for a few years including most hiking. We finally took our kids, ages 5 and 2.5, and it was great! The 2.5 year old spent a lot of time on Dad's shoulders but our 5 year old kicked this hike's butt! read more

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Living in the Tri-Cities, you don't really have a great scope of what the area looks like until you take a hike up Badger and see relatively far in all directions, seeing Hanford to the north, Blue Mountains if it's a really crisp day, as well as the Tri-Cities itself. Definitely need to go in the morning during the summer, before 11AM, and bring some water along. It's a long trail, whichever side you take up, and it can be exhausting. This was part of my own health kick, getting in shape over the span of six months, so the hill provided a great walk without the blandness of city streets. It's hard the first few times, but if you make it a regular effort, you adapt to it and enjoy it. Overall, key points: It's hard the first few times, but the view is amazing. Bring water, go up early, and do it at least once if you've lived here forever. read more

In southern California, we live by the mantra: Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels. It doesnt matter how much you spend on clothes or who designed them, if you are overweight, you are not going to look good. Piercings and tattoos cant make you look better in a bathing suit. Remember, the only person who prevents you from staying in shape is you. Not a professor, parent or law enforcement officer. You dont need consent and there isnt a minimum score on an entrance exam. Nope. Just YOU vs. YOU. Its sad how many people value 45 minutes of eating over hours of being healthy and looking their best. Life is simply more enjoyable when you feel and look good. There are four flaws in my argument, however. That mantra is almost true. Guinness, bacon, ice cream and cheese are known exceptions to this. After moments of weakness (and/or weekend binges) there is a way to recover from your debauchery. Badger Mountain. This may be the easiest way to burn 700+ calories and tone your core, butt and leg muscles. A one hour investment is all you need. The cost to transform your body is nothing. Start at Badger Mountain today. Who knows, by summer time, you could be catching the attention of someone you thought was out of your league. read more

badger flats trail was a good quick hike with a good view of the tri-cities it took about an hour going at a slow pace. only needed about half a bottle of water. I'll be back to check out the skyline and langdon trail fyi: I found the trailhead to be at this address: 1294 White Bluffs St, Richland, WA 99352 see friendsofbadger.org for detailed info read more

Badger Mountain Trails - Right goes up the mountain more quickly , Left for the gradual path - Hiking Near Me - Richland, Washington

It's kind of the best hiking in the Tri-City area, and some of the only hiking. Want to climb a mountain, even if you're chilling with sagebrush? There isn't a better hike for you! There are two main routes: the western slope and the northeastern face. Both routes connect near the top. You can't miss the top: it's the place with the cell phone and radio towers. That's not terribly attractive... On the other hand, it's cool what the local community has done with the trail. The "Friends of Badger Mountain" are dedicated to making a trail up this hill, and they work often to make new trails and maintain old ones. I have a lot of respect for the way they work just to keep a place like this open and free! Respect. Not a local, or unsure of what trails are available? Check out this map with trails and directions on how to get to them, provided by the Friends of Badger Mountain. http://www.friendsofbadger.org/access.html Although slightly more difficult to access, the northeastern trails are more attractive than the Skyline Trail, because they start from a grassy park with restrooms and water rather than, basically, an orchard parking lot. Happy trails! read more

The new trails are amazing. Views as always are spectacular. I'm impressed by the attention to detail all the way up the hill. Little metal signs as reminders and rocks for edging. If you have the time it's well worth the effort. I try to get a selfie at the top at least a couple times a year. read more

Saturday morning on my visit to Tri-Cities and my friends had been talking about hiking Badger Mountain to sweat out some of the excessive beer and burgers we had consumed the night before haha. We came up through the neighborhood of really nice greek themed houses and parked at the bottom, where you'll find some bathrooms (which were really clean) and a playground. There was also a stand from a gym giving water and membership information! A little bit up, there was also a sign with some hooks where people had placed keys, i'm assuming they found while hiking. I thought it was cool in case you dropped them, and someone did a good deed and placed them there :) Maybe it's because I've been hiking a lot lately, but Badger Mountain didn't seem too difficult. You could see people running up the trail and although some of the inclines are pretty steep, it's not impossible. Just in case anyone's looking, Mountain bikes didn't seem to be allowed. The trail itself is marked very nicely and whoever is in charge of upkeep is doing a great job. Props to that, I was impressed. I'm spoiled because hiking in Southern California gives you some of the best views you've ever seen. From the beach to the mountains to the deserts. You're not far from anything your heart desires haha. That being said, the view from the top was actually very pretty. You get to see just how flat the Tri-Cities are. The river, some other mountains and the fields. I doubt you get a view like that anywhere else, seeing as it's mainly a flat area throughout. Still, I'm happy I came here and it would be enjoyable to do again. I'd definitely recommend it if you're in the area for a bit and looking for a nice hike :) read more

I have gone here many a time. It is hot, barren , yet it is the TC area. No one can escape hot barren unles syou leave til November.. and then its still barren! Thetrail opens and allows for hiking instead of dusty slogs of fine dust and sand. you have a chance of walking on more solid ground. The feeling of accomplishment from the top I do nto knwo yet. I remained in the park and part way up on my sojourns. This is a story for another day. read more

I've hiked from the North trail-head several times but last night I hiked from the trail-head at the park off Queensgate (take Keene road and turn towards the mountain at Shockley next to the mega-church and keep going until Shockley turns into Queensgate, then follow the signs). Wow, what a difference! The North trail-head is beautiful and there are lovely agricultural vistas, but it can also be very exposed and very windy. I loved the South trail loop, but it is quite a climb. Stairs are cut into the path for large portions and where the stairs stop, the switchbacks begin. You will definitely feel that climb throughout your body, and as usual in this area, you should watch out for wildlife -- wasps, rattlesnakes, etc. The South trail loop has switchbacks through tiny canyons filled with tumbleweeds and surprises you with a different vista at every turn. It is really really fun and extraordinarily beautiful. When you get the top, there is the ... let's call it "Communications Array Feature," and then if you continue a little further -- wowza! bountiful fields and vineyards suddenly stretched out below you. read more

I am more a fan of the coastal hikes, but who knew? After shaking off a bad relationship I decided the gym just wasn't enough. I wanted to connect with God in nature. I soon realized that the sunset hikes are the best! Looking at the city lights from on high will make you forget any relationship mistake. The best part was that I took up my friend from Nepal and we backpacked some wine, cheese and fruit. Found a flat rock to make a table and now share a great memory of a place that I plan to revisit until it's too snowy to walk. Hey has anyone snow shoed any of the Badger trails? I would love to know!!! I think I need to find me some snow shoes now ;-) read more

This is hands down one of the best maintained trail systems I have ever seen. There are people working on them daily it seems! I have hiked just about every trial and all are great. This is a great workout area also! Can get kinda busy during the weekends or holidays seeing that there isn't much to do in the tri cities! read more

One of natures many bribes to get me to move out here. I took a journey at the tail end of the summer in 2016. We moved here in the fall. I can't wait to hike the heck out of this trail ridden hill. Love it! read more

I'm not a major hiker of any sort however totally enjoyed this morning's hike of Badger Mountian. The first short section is the most grueling as it's fairly steep but the rest is a steady constant grade. It's not as as difficult as something like Camelback in Phoenix but not an apples to apples comparison since Camelback turns into rock walking the last quarter mile to the top. Would recommend this to anyone who wants a birds eye view of the Tri-Cities, Columbia River, Hanford Reservation, and surrounding areas. read more