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Zintel Canyon Greenway

4.3 ★★★★☆ 394 Google reviews · Running trail in Kennewick, Washington · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Zintel Canyon Greenway's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Open 24hRestroomsWater

Park with a peaceful vibe and trails for walking, biking and hiking.

What runners say about Zintel Canyon Greenway

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (394 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Would love to have this paved, beautiful place to gather your thoughts on a beautiful walk but let's pave it and fix the little bridge it could be really cute!”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“It's a beautiful, fairly easy walk but the trail is not clearly marked and there is no map posted.”

We just did a small loop but will be back to do more. It's a beautiful, fairly easy walk but the trail is not clearly marked and there is no map posted. Depending on how wet it is wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy.

★★★★☆ — Angel , Jun 2021

I love this trail. It changes with the seasons and is a nice oasis within the city.

★★★★★ — Janiece , Sep 2023

Great little trial to take the family or just your significant other on a short walk. The trail is well marked and seems to be maintained. The only draw back is the limited parking. Close to major roads, so it's easy to find and get to.

★★★★☆ — Michael , Apr 2021

A great place to take a peaceful walk with family or pets with creeks along the way and animals as well. Be careful though there is a family of skunks out there (dog almost got sprayed 🤣) and snakes as well. If you hate flying bugs I'd spray yourself first before going lol it's a fun place though.

★★★★★ — Aaron , Jul 2022

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“I did not see a public bathroom or water station.”

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🚰 Water fountains

“I did not see a public bathroom or water station.”

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Plan your run at Zintel Canyon Greenway

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitego2kennewick.com
  • Phone(509) 585-4293
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Zintel Canyon Greenway

704 S Vancouver St, Kennewick, WA 99336

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.