Water Course
Kennewick, Washington hosts incredible powerboat racing on its water course. Spectators gather for events like the Columbia Cup and Water Follies, featuring high-speed hydroplane action. These H1 Unlimited races see boats skim across the water at high speeds. If you're planning a visit, consider calling (509) 783-4675 for details; the course is closed weekends.
H1 UnlimitedHydroplaneColumbia CupWater FolliesSpectator Events
Watch: Columbia Cup (Tri-Cities)
Know Before You Go
- Race schedule
- Powerboat venues typically host race weekends 3-8 times per season under APBA, OPC, or local sanction. Check the calendar — most weeks are open practice or quiet.
- Spectator access
- Shore-line viewing from a beach or pier is the standard vantage. Bring polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, and a chair — boat racing is a sunny stand-around sport.
- Class variety
- Look for tunnel boats, hydroplanes, jet boats, and offshore depending on water size. Race speeds range from 60 mph (small inland) to 180+ mph (offshore unlimited).