Mill Creek Recreation Trail

The trail runs east-west paralleling Mill Creek sloping ever so slightly toward town. This elevation change is noticeable when biking. The trail is paved from start to finish, and pets are allowed but must be on a leash. Wheeled transportation is allowed as long as it is non-motorized. The trail covers 2.5 miles from end to end, starting and finishing at parks with playgrounds and restrooms.

Enjoy the sound of Mill Creek and views of the Blues and wildlife. There are bridges located at Rooks Park, the U.S. Corps of Engineers office, and Walla Walla Community College allowing access to the south side of Mill Creek into the Bennington Lake trail system.

For a longer trip, you can connect into the Bennington Lake trail system at the east end of Mill Creek Recreation Trail by the dam joining the Whitetail Trail or the Kingfisher Trail, which is the south side path along Mill Creek.

Amenities
Restrooms and water are located at Rooks Park and Eastgate Lions Park. Restrooms also available at Corps of Engineers parking lot. Several benches along the way make the path accessible and manageable for many users.

Regulations
Pets must be leashed.

Wildlife Awareness
We are all so fortunate to recreate in the Blue Mountains and Walla Walla Valley. So many opportunities exist to play outside, whether in a national forest, wilderness area, or on a Wild and Scenic River. With these opportunities comes great responsibility to appreciate that we are mere visitors and should all take pride in being good stewards of the wild.

Many animals call these protected places home, including moose, elk, bear, cougar, bobcat, and snakes to name a few. Take precautions to respect their home and understand the appropriate response should an encounter occur.

Additionally, many plant species thrive in the Blue Mountains, so staying on trail is always good practice.

Carry First Aid supplies to better respond to accidents or encounters, and always let others know where the day’s adventure is taking you.

Field Notes
Disclaimer: While the Outside Walla Walla team has enjoyed all the adventures listed on this site, we cannot provide real-time conditions & maintenance reports. Extreme weather can change access overnight. Volunteer groups might lose capacity to manage trail systems. We do our best to report that information and update our site accordingly, but please read our Disclaimer (footer) and proceed with any adventure as your comfort level allows.