Reserving a shelter allows exclusive use on the day of the reservation
VANCOUVER – Host a party, potluck or special event at a Clark County park. Picnic shelters at 11 county parks are available to reserve for dates between April 1 and Oct. 31. Many shelters have electricity and water. Some shelters have features like fireplaces and barbecues.
Shelters are available to reserve at:
- Captain William Clark Regional Park at Cottonwood Beach
- Fairgrounds Community Park
- Felida Community Park
- Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park
- Hazel Dell Community Park
- Hockinson Meadows Community Park
- Klineline Pond at Salmon Creek Regional Park
- Lewisville Regional Park
- Orchards Community Park
- Pacific Community Park
- Vancouver Lake Regional Park
The shelters at Vancouver Lake Regional Park can be reserved for dates between Memorial Day weekend through Oct. 31.
Reserving a shelter allows exclusive use on the day of the reservation. Shelters that are not reserved are available to use on a first come, first served basis. Reservations cost between $50 and $150 for a full day. Cost depends on the size and occupancy of the shelter. Reservations must be made for shelters that can fully accommodate the size of the group. Revenue from reservations helps support parks maintenance and operations.
Park use permits are required for use of amplified sound systems, inflatable bounce houses and for weddings and baptisms. Permits are also required for events such as athletic competitions and fairs/festivals. Email parks@clark.wa.gov or call 564.397.2285 for information about park use permits. During peak-use season when our customer service staff experience high call volumes, customers should leave a voicemail and allow one to three business days to receive a response. Many shelters are fully booked weeks in advance, so customers should also be aware that availability is likely to be limited when requesting a weekend reservation within less than two weeks before their desired event date. Reservations must be made at least seven days prior to the event date.
Information about parks, shelters and reservations can be found at clark.wa.gov/public-works/picnic-shelter-reservations-and-events. Reservations can be made online or by calling (564) 397-2285 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday (except holidays).
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Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.
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