Picnics are ideal for family occasions, corporate picnics, or small community gatherings. Permits are required for exclusive use. Picnic sites are for private, by invitation gatherings only. Public events such as runs/walks, festivals, fundraising, promotional activities, concerts, and other community events are strictly prohibited. Please consult with the Parks Permit Office Staff for further information to ensure compliance.
2025 picnic site reservations will open Wednesday, February 12 at 8:00 a.m.. For details on site closures/advisories, fees, capacities, restroom access, and more please view the Picnic Site Inventory List.
Picnic Season:
- Urban Parks: April 15 – October 15
Available Park Hours: 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (some exceptions apply, see inventory list)
- Mountain Parks: May 1 – September 30
Available Park Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (some exceptions apply, see inventory list)
Do I Need a Permit?
Not all gatherings require a permit. Use of a picnic site without a permit must follow casual park use guidelines:
- Maximum of 25 attendees in your group
- Do not interfere with any permits in progress or other casual park users
- No infrastructure (canopies, tables, chairs, sound systems, decorations, food trucks, etc.) Camp style chairs are allowed
- No commercial activity, marketing, sales, advertising, etc.
- No selling or serving alcohol (consumption by person/household only). Beer, wine and champagne only; no glass, no kegs
- Follow all other park use rules