Canyon Lakes is a premier golfing community filled with lush green courses, picturesque views of the Black Buttes to the east and the North, and South Twin Sisters to the west. The beautiful homes found in Canyon Lakes are a combination of styles from ranches to colonials and range in size from approximately 1,900 square feet on a single level to well over 5,000 square feet. Beyond the links there is plenty to do within Kennewick and the Tri-Cities area including local art and music festivals, walks along various nature trails and paddling along the Columbia River. Canyon Lakes residents are near plenty of shopping and dining options as well as entertainment for folks of all ages. But there’s nothing quite like stepping out the front door of your home in this golfing community, breathing the fresh air and heading out for 18 holes. For the serious golfers who want to live the luxuries of being near the action and have access to the amenities of the marvelous Canyon Lakes Golf Course then Canyon Lakes is the place for you.
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Canyon Lakes Golf Course
Of the many golf courses in Kennewick and the tri-cities area, Canyon Lakes Golf Course has the honor of being the most popular for the third year in a row, has the highest rating in the area and was rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest. Not to mention the 12,000 square foot Hole #9, one of the largest greens in the entire Pacific Northwest, is a thing of beauty and considered one of the Northwest’s Dream 18 Holes. Nothing beats teeing off with the views of the rolling green fairways, lush trees and water along the Canyon Lakes course. Once you’ve whacked that first ball 200 yards, hop into the cart which is equipped with GPS and head out to make that impressive eagle.
The Canyon Lakes Golf Course also features a 3,000 square foot banquet room for weddings and special events. There’s also a dedicated area for outdoor weddings so the bride and groom can share their moment under the Canyon Lakes sun. There is even golf outing specials so you can spend the day showing off the new driver amid work pals, friends or family. When you live close to the Canyon Lakes Golf Course, you’ll realize that life amid these greens is just short of heaven.
Kennewick, Washington
Kennewick, Washington, is the largest of the tri-cities metropolitan area boasting 300 days of sunshine and over 160 wineries. Recently considered one of America’s Best Communities, Kennewick continues to redevelop and entice residents from all the surrounding communities to come visit, shop and play in this charming city. The tri-cities area is considered a major shopping hub in northeast Washington and features a historic waterfront along the Columbia River.
Kennewick also has a unique history. Home to the famous Kennewick Man, this skeleton dates back 9,200 years and is considered one of the oldest and complete skeletons found in North America.
Canyon Lakes is approximately:
- 3.5 hours from Seattle, Washington
- 2 hours from Spokane, Washington
- 3.5 hours from Portland, Oregon
Kennewick School District
The Kennewick School District offers a great program amongst its 21 main schools. Since 2009, Kennewick schools have won Washington Achievement Awards 18 times so you can expect that your children will receive a quality education when you call Kennewick your home.
The Kennewick School District educates nearly 18,000 students and includes:
- 14 Elementary Schools
- 4 Middle Schools
- 3 High Schools
With nearly 76,500 residents nestled within its 26 square miles, Kennewick is a beautiful place to settle down especially for those who love and live golf.
Hanford Commute Times
Canyon Lakes is a great community with a fantastic golf course. The commute times for the Hanford Site are not too bad. If you take I-84 past Ridge at Reata West, and down into Richland, you will save a significant amount of time over the 395 route through the heart of Kennewick and along the river, paralleling the Sacagawea Heritage Trail. Using the I-84 route, your commute will be around 37-45 minutes to the Hanford gate, using 395, you can add about 20 minutes.
Now, Canyon Lakes isn't the shortest drive from a golf community to the Hanford site. If being close to the site is almost as important as a low handicap, then Horn Rapids is your best bet. Even Meadow Springs is a bit shorter commute. Canyon Lakes is about the furthest golf community from the Hanford Site.