Ben Williamson Park

Web Site:

Ben Williamson Park

Managing Organization:

Rock Island Parks and Recreation

Phone Number:

309-732-7275

Email Address:

parkrecmail@rigov.org

Hours Open:

Sunrise to 10 p.m.

Site Amenities and Recreation Opportunities

Bleachers, boat ramp for small watercraft, concession stands, parking lot, natural area, picnic area, restrooms

Natural Site Characteristics

This forty acre park along the Rock River is home to the beginning of a trail along the Rock River that connects Rock Island to Moline, or across the Rock River Bridge to Milan, to enjoy several more miles of trails. The park is also home to the Backwater Gamlers Water Ski Shows. For a complete schedule of free ski shows, please contact 309-786-8987 or the Park and Recreation office.

Site Acreage:

40 acres