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River View Rounds at Columbia Point Golf Course

Columbia Point sits on a bend of the Columbia River in Richland. The city-owned layout is the lone James J. Engh design in Washington, known for its mounded fairways and large greens. From the opening tee you see water, desert bluffs, and the Hanford Reach hills in the distance. Five sets of tees let every group pick the right length, and the walk from green to next tee is short, so pace of play stays brisk.

Columbia Point Golf Course Fast Facts

Address

225 Columbia Point Dr, Richland WA

Architect

James J. Engh • 1997 opening 

Holes / Par

18 • Par 72

Back-tee yardage

6,571 yards 

Rating / Slope

70.0 / 120 (back tees) 

Setting

Park-style along the river, mild breezes

Tee options

Black 6,571 • Blue 6,068 • White 5,418 • Red 4,811 yds 

Season

Year-round, dawn to dusk

Practice

Grass range, 3,900 sq ft chipping green with bunker, large putting green

 

Course Overview Columbia Point Golf Course

Engh used gentle land beside the river and built interest with sculpted mounds and swales. Fairways are generous but rarely level, so approach shots often call for side-hill stances. Greens are large and roll true, yet strong contour makes below-the-hole placement vital. Water borders four holes; desert rough frames others. The front nine touches the river twice, while the back nine turns inland and finishes with a risk-reward par 5 beside a pond. In summer afternoon winds add a club on west-facing holes. Walking is welcome, though most locals ride to beat the heat.

Columbia Point Golf Course Hole by Hole Overview

Hole

Yards

Par

Hole

Yards

Par

1

345

4

10

363

4

2

307

4

11

370

4

3

378

4

12

136

3

4

136

3

13

589

5

5

589

5

14

497

5

6

497

5

15

404

4

7

228

3

16

163

3

8

292

4

17

406

4

9

501

4

18

382

4

Yardages from the Black (back) tees

Front-nine notes

  • Hole 3—Big mound hides part of the landing area and kicks balls toward the center.

  • Hole 5—First look at the river; right side is safe, left flirts with water.

Back-nine notes

  • Hole 13—Long par 5 that bends left around bunkers; bold second shot can set up eagle chance.

  • Hole 17—Short par 3 with a two-tier green; distance control trumps spin.

Amenities & Practice at Columbia Point Golf Course

The practice complex holds twenty grass stations, a full-size putting green, and a 3,900-square-foot chipping area with bunker. Lockers are available for day use. The golf shop carries regional apparel and demo clubs. Carts have GPS distance plates; walking is welcomed on level paths. 

Food & Beverage

The Café opens with the first tee time and serves take-out breakfast burritos, burgers, and wraps. Phone orders are ready at the turn. Northwest microbrews and a full bar pour until early evening, with patio tables overlooking the ninth green. 

Rates / Booking / Local Tips

• Prime-time green fee: $58 for 18 walking, $78 with cart on weekends; weekday morning rate starts at $48 walking 

• Preferred Player Card knocks half off daily fees after purchase.

• Twilight drops to $41 walking on weekdays—wind usually eases at that hour.

• Book online or call the shop; same-day slots often open after 2 p.m.

• Summer sun is strong; the covered patio between nines provides shade and a quick refill.

Columbia Point Golf Course Final Word

Columbia Point blends river views, rolling fairways, and smooth greens into one of the Tri-Cities’ best public tests. Wide off the tee yet demanding on approaches, it rewards smart angles and a confident putter.

This course is one of many featured in the Washington Golf Directory. Your guide to Washington State public golf courses, local driving ranges, and weekend-worthy golf getaways. Whether you’re playing nine before work or planning a road trip across the state, we’re here to help you explore more golf, one course at a time.