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Condition of Picnic Pavilions Use
2026 Season
Saturday, April 25 – Sunday, September 27
Pavilion Use Hours
9 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Clean up must be complete by 8 p.m.)
On the Day of Reservation
- Check-in at the park office upon arrival:
- Sign the Conditions of Pavilion Use form.
- The permit holder must pay the damage deposit ($250/$100), if not already done so.
- Purchase vehicle permits as needed.
- Rent a picnic kit (optional).
Vehicle Permit Requirement
- A Washington County Park vehicle permit is required on all vehicles entering the park.
- You may set up a Guest List with Parks staff to purchase vehicle permits for your guests, or they will be responsible to pay for their own.
Policies
- Washington County Parks vehicle permits are required on all vehicles entering the park.
- A reservation confirmation must be available upon request. This confirmation provides exclusive use of the pavilion and associated amenities only.
- The permit holder is responsible for cleanup of the shelter, tables, and adjacent areas. Refuse generated in excess of the furnished containers must be removed by the rental party.
- Sports nets with stakes are allowed on ball fields only.
- Sound amplification may be allowed with prior approval from Parks staff. Approvals may be revoked or amended in accordance with Washington County Parks Ordinances.
- Other equipment (i.e. cookers, sports nets, tents, dunk tanks, inflatables) must be approved by Park staff. Insurance may be required.
- Washington County Ordinance governs activities in Washington County Parks. A copy is available in the park office.
- Violation of permit or park regulations can result in revocation of permit, loss of all or part of the deposit, and loss of permit privileges in the future.
Prohibited
The following is prohibited:
- Use of alcohol of any kind.
- Pets.
- Driving or parking on grass areas or trails.
Cancellation and Refund
Rental fee is not refundable if cancellation is made within 14 days of scheduled reservation. No refunds due to weather.
Pavilion Capacity
Capacities are limited to these maximums.
| Park Location | Pavilion | Maximum People Allowed | Parking Spaces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Marine Park Reserve | Small Pavilion | 50 | 65 |
| Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park | Ravine Landing Small Pavilion | 40 | 74 |
| Lake Elmo Park Reserve | North Pavilion | 250 | 168 |
| Lake Elmo Park Reserve | South Pavilion | 250 | 134 |
| St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park | Eagle Ridge | 50 | 20 |
| St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park | Hilltop | 200 | 95 |
To make a reservation
- View availability of the pavilions online.
- Picnic Pavilion reservations must be made over the phone or in person.
Email Parks staff with any questions.
Pavilion Location
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 65 | Drinking Fountain | 2 Grills | Nearby | 4 | $68 - $133 plus tax |
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | General Parking | Spigot | No | Nearby | 4 | $68 - $133 plus tax |
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 166 | Sink | 2 Grills | Yes | 4 | $203 - $358 plus tax |
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 133 | Sink | 2 Grills | Yes | 4 | $203 - $358 plus tax |
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 99 | Spigot | 3 Grills | Yes | 24 | $203 - $358 plus tax |
| Picnic Tables | Parking Spots | Water | Cooking | Restrooms | Outlets | Rate to Reserve (Weekday-Weekend) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 20 | Spigot | 2 Grills | Yes | 4 | $68 - $133 plus tax |
Contact Us
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Washington County Parks
A division of the Public Works Department
Email StaffBig Marine Park Reserve
Phone: 651-430-8200Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park
Phone: 651-430-8226Historic Courthouse
Phone: 651-275-7075Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Phone: 651-430-8370Pine Point Regional Park
Phone: 651-430-8200Square Lake Park
Phone: 651-430-8200Point Douglas Park
Phone: 651-430-8240St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
Phone: 651-430-8240