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Waller Mill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,383 Google reviews · Running trail in Williamsburg, Virginia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Waller Mill Park'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 Waller Mill Park
“This park is clean with adequate parking and well marked trails of varying lengths.”
“My wife and I spent some time in Williamsburg on vacation, and the park was truly beautiful such an amazing place to visit.”
“The trails are very clearly marked, and there is great signage throughout the park.”
“Was nice to find this beautiful, peaceful park with a lake, nature trails, boat and paddle boat rentals.”
A very beautiful park. There is a trail available for those who want to hike or walk around the park. The reservoir has many different places where tourists may take photos. Water is marvelous and very open! You can even rent a kayak! There are large variety of small little animals!
I was visiting Williamsburg for vacation and wanted to take a break for the touristy stuff. This is a very well maintained park. You have to pay $2 to enter, but I didn’t mind since the money goes to the park. I hiked two different trails…both had roots and some inclines, but are well maintained.
Our first visit to this park, and it was GREAT! From the moment we arrived, we saw wildlife everywhere- to the nest of baby birds at the Boathouse where we paid for parking (only$2!!!), to the multiple toads, turtles, snakes and skinks we saw on the Nature Trail.
Absolutely amazing. Beautiful views. Rented kayak for 2 hours with my daughter, very relaxing, was only like $14 and $2 for parking. Staff is very friendly and helpful, clean bathrooms. Nice little playground and bridges with nice views. Trails, store, little library, picnic areas. Def worth the trip.
Trail conditions & character
“My wife and I spent some time in Williamsburg on vacation, and the park was truly beautiful such an amazing place to visit.”
“From the moment we arrived, we saw wildlife everywhere- to the nest of baby birds at the Boathouse where we paid for parking (only$2!”
“I hiked two different trails…both had roots and some inclines, but are well maintained.”
“We took the red trail, which is longer, but it was the perfect combination of elevation climbs and flat walks.”
“There are bathrooms available at the Boathouse as well as a small store with snacks and boat rentals.”
“Was nice to find this beautiful, peaceful park with a lake, nature trails, boat and paddle boat rentals.”
Plan your run at Waller Mill Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitewilliamsburgva.gov
- Phone+1 757-259-3778
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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