Benson Park

Benson Park
Type	Municipal (Omaha)
Location	Benson, Nebraska
Area	217.3 acres (0.879 km^2)
Operated by	City of Omaha
Open	All year

Benson Park is located at 7028 Military Avenue in the Benson neighborhood of Omaha, Nebraska. The 217-acre (88 ha) park includes a lake and pavilion, as well as a scenic picnic area.

History

When the city of Omaha annexed Benson in 1917 the suburb did not have any parks. As the community grew there was a need for a large park. In 1931, the city acquired land north of Military Avenue and it became Benson Park. A 9-hole golf course opened in the park that year, but was closed in 1947. The golf course reopened in the 1960s with an 18-hole golf course.[1] The Omaha Tornado of 1975 lifted into the clouds at Benson Park, between the ice rink and lake.[2] The park was renovated in 1999, deepening the lake and adding trails and sidewalks.

Features

Benson Park has a lagoon used for fishing and sightseeing. The park lies in a wide valley that offers views of the surrounding hills. The ice rink is located at 69th and Military Avenue, and is open from November through March.[3] The park also has a golf course located at 5333 North 72nd Street.

See also

• Parks in Omaha, Nebraska
• Krug Park

References

1. "City of Omaha parks & recreation" City of Omaha. Retrieved 3/23/08
2. "omaha5675.org" Scott Hayden. Retrieved 3/23/08
3. "City of Omaha Park & Recreation" City of Omaha. Retrieved 3/23/08

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