Overview
Each of the Tri-Cities, Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco, has its own Parks and Recreation department. While none of the three currently operates a dedicated adaptive recreation program the way some larger cities do, all three cities maintain accessible parks, facilities, and general recreation programming that individuals with disabilities can access.
Families should know upfront: this is an evolving landscape. Dedicated adaptive programming through city Parks & Rec in the Tri-Cities is limited compared to what you might find in larger metro areas. For structured adaptive recreation, TROT, Special Olympics Washington, and the Arc of Tri-Cities are currently stronger options. What Parks & Rec offers best is accessible outdoor space and general recreation that’s open to all.
Who It’s For
Individuals of all ages and abilities who want to access parks, trails, outdoor recreation, and city-sponsored programs in Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco.
What’s Available by City
Kennewick Parks & Recreation
- Lawrence Scott Park — Inclusive Playground — Kennewick’s newest accessible playground, fully fenced (a first for the Tri-Cities park system) and designed so individuals with any type of mobility challenge can fully access equipment. Built through community advocacy led by Kason Creed, a young Kennewick resident with Cerebral Palsy who advocates for ADA-accessible parks.
- Toyota of Tri-Cities Playground of Dreams — Another ADA-accessible playground built through community advocacy, ensuring children with and without disabilities can play together on the same equipment.
- General parks programming and facility rentals, with accessibility accommodations available on request
Richland Parks & Recreation
- Accessible parks and trails throughout the city, including the Richland Riverfront Trail at Howard Amon Park
- General recreation programs — contact Richland’s Parks department directly to ask about accommodations for specific programs
Richland Parks & Public Facilities
Pasco Parks & Recreation
- Chiawana Park and other accessible park facilities
- General recreation programming — contact Pasco’s Recreation Services team for accommodation inquiries
How to Connect
Contact each city’s Parks & Recreation department directly for the most current programming, accessibility details, and accommodation requests:
- Kennewick: go2kennewick.com/Parks
- Richland: richlandparksandrec.com
- Pasco: pasco-wa.gov/Recreation-Services
