Discover Prosser: History, Food and Balloon Rides

Prosser combines impressive discoveries with an unusual mix of history, local culture, food and outdoor experiences. Those planning a trip can choose between a museum visit, riverside trails, regional products and sunrise balloon rides. There are also specific ideas for a trip with children, without every day having to look the same.

History and Art in the Cityscape

The Prosser Historical Museum has three different exhibition areas. In the Front Room area, you will encounter the ancient Taptat Yakama fishing grounds. The self-guided Historical Home Tour offers another historical perspective on the town. It includes 14 houses and two churches belonging to the town's pioneers and can be planned as a separate focus independently of a visit to the museum.

There are also special features to discover in public spaces. The Trail of Painted Ponies includes 20 pony statues in downtown Prosser. The Hunt for Mini Critters adds 12 figures to find and a brochure with clues to this exploration. The chalk art festival in downtown Prosser was founded by local artist Caren Mercer-Andreasen. Historic Downtown Prosser has been designated by ArtsWA as a certified Creative District of the State of Washington.

The town's history also includes the Prosser Flouring Mill, one of the few remaining water-powered grain mills in the State of Washington, and a petrified sequoia tree in Prosser City Park. This tree was removed from a hillside south of the town in 1925.

Sunrise Balloon Rides

The Great Prosser Balloon Rally is an annual event. In suitable weather, the balloons take off at sunrise from Prosser Washington Airport. Another option is Adventure Aloft Ballooning, offering scenic hot-air balloon rides at sunrise over Prosser and the Yakima Valley. These activities give your day's itinerary an early and special start.

Wine, Market and Regional Products

At the Prosser Tasting Room of Airfield Estates, wines made from 100 percent estate-grown grapes are available for tasting. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome at any time, depending on available space. The Prosser Farmers Market offers local produce, flowers, ready-to-eat foods, baked goods and honey. This allows you to experience your stay through regional flavors and products as well.

Riverside Trails and Landscape

Crawford River Front Park has paved paths and access to the river. South of Prosser, the Horse Heaven Hills rise up and give the town a distinctive landscape setting. The city parks and public restrooms in Prosser are open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. from April through October. This information is particularly helpful when planning your excursions during this period.

The Right Accommodation for Your Travel Plans

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Prosser, you can make your preferred daily rhythm the starting point. Culture enthusiasts can combine the museum, Historical Home Tour and the town's historical highlights; others can focus on balloon rides, riverside trails, a market visit or wine tasting.

For another comparison of nearby towns, Richland and Kennewick are also available.

For the broader travel overview: Benton.