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Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 544 Google reviews · Running trail in Walla Walla, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake
“There were lots of beautiful areas with picnic spots, campfire spots, and a gorgeous bridge.”
Rooks Park was named for Navy Captain Albert Rooks, the commanding officer of the USS Houston, a heavy cruiser in WW II. It is an Army Corps of Engineers park on the north bank of Mill Creek.
A great park that has something for everyone! Lots of open space, benches and picnic tables, BBQ and fire pits, a volleyball area, playground, sandbox, walking trails, a memorial for the service member the park is named after, a covered area that can be reserved, and bathrooms.
Paved & Dirt paths Nice playground and recreation area It is a nice park for a family event
Rook's Park is a great place for picnics or even larger gatherings. We were able to find this alcove with a table and fireplace that was only 50 feet from the parking lot, but very private and quiet. Lots of large open spaces for larger gatherings.
Trail conditions & character
“The Rooks Park and Mill Creek Recreation areas offer well-maintained trails, sweeping views and many ways to enjoy the great outdoors.”
“We were there today walking our dogs (on leash) and saw a bald eagle perched high in a Cottonwood above a gaggle of Canadian geese.”
“We were able to find this alcove with a table and fireplace that was only 50 feet from the parking lot, but very private and quiet.”
“Paved & Dirt paths Nice playground and recreation area It is a nice park for a family event”
“What an amazing park, it has great hiking trails, lots of parking and restrooms.”
Plan your run at Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiterecreation.gov
- Phone(509) 527-7160
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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