Prosser, Washington travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Prosser is a city in the Columbia River Plateau of Washington State.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Prosser

Gravity Hill

Park your car on the indicated line, shift into neutral, and watch the car roll uphill. There are a number of explanations for this phenomenon.

Prosser Museum

Prosser Balloon Rally

One of the largest hot air balloon events in Washington.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jun–Sep. Summer highs reach about 76°F; winter lows dip to about 25°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Nov and Dec. (climate data from nearby Mount Rainier National Park)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
PSC Tri Cities Airport, Pasco — 31 mi away. Directions
YKM Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field, Yakima — 45 mi away. Directions
PDX Portland International Airport, Portland — 143 mi away (major hub). Directions

There are two exits off Interstate 82 (I-82), between Yakima and Richland of the Tri-Cities.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Gravity Hill, Prosser Museum
Afternoon Prosser Balloon Rally
Evening Brewminatti

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder