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Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground in Washington
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Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground

Bennington Lake, Washington

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As of October 2026, Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground is a campground in Washington with 1 campsite. Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground is located at 46.0806° N, 118.2550° W.
people allowed on each site
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Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

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1 site open on Oct 1 at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 07:42 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground

  • Group 1
  • Hookups 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Valley.

Things to do: fishing, horse riding.

All sites at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Rooks Park loop.

SiteTypeSleepsHookups
Picnic SiteGroup75Electric

About Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground

Overview

Rooks Park is day use only park, located 10 minutes east of Walla Walla, Washington. This 18-acre developed park offers visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities.

Recreation

Rooks Park's grassy spaces provide the ideal place for family picnics and games of volleyball, football or Frisbee. Visitors also enjoy cooling their feet in the creek.

Facilities

This day-use area is open year-round to foot traffic, and April to mid-October to vehicles. A group picnic shelter is available for reservations and can accommodate up to 75 people.

Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, a playground, sand volleyball court and horseshoe pit.

Natural Features

The park consists of large open spaces and smaller secluded areas for groups and families alike. Large trees and irrigated lawns offer shade and relief from Walla Walla's hot summer days.

Nearby Attractions

Bennington Lake is less than 10 minutes from Rooks Park. It is the only public lake in the Walla Walla Valley, covering approximately 52 surface acres. Throughout the spring, the lake is stocked with rainbow trout to enhance angling opportunities.

Rules and notices at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Gates open at 7 a.m. to the general public. Pavilion rental, made through REC.GOV starts at 7 am day of event and ends at 9 PM or sunset, whichever comes first. Set-up and clean-up for pavilion rental should occur during this window, and grills, and pavilion site used by guests should returned to original condition by responsible rental party prior to departing.

Important Notice for Guests and those renting the Pavilion at Rooks Park

Rooks Park is a day use, family-friendly public space, and all pavilion rental guests are expected to follow established park rules and community norms during their visit. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

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⛺NO CAMPING: Rooks Park is only day use. Reserving pavilion on REC.GOV does not allow guests to stay past

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🎶 Music : All music must be family-appropriate and kept at a reasonable volume to respect other park visitors.

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🐕 Pets : Dogs must remain on a leash at all times.

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🚫 Alcohol : Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited in the park.

Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in being asked to leave the premises, forfeiture of your rental fee (if you rented the pavilion), and potential fines.

If you are planning activities that may fall outside standard park use—such as loud or live music, amplified sound, or other special arrangements—we strongly encourage you to contact the Walla Walla District Office at 509-527-7160 prior to booking through Rec.gov to discuss permitting requirements and ensure your event aligns with park policies.

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Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground?

Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground have?

Rooks Park (Wa) Bennington Lake Campground has 1 campsites.

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