Picnic Shelters

If you are planning a reunion, birthday party or a small retreat why not book a picnic shelter?
Kiwanis-Picnic-Shelter

Find the perfect spot for your next reunion, birthday party, team-building or evening out with a campfire. Picnic Shelters are the perfect location for an outdoor gathering with friends and family. Bookings are recommended to ensure you have access to a picnic shelter. Booking Season available from May to October (Thanksgiving weekend).

  • Booked in 3 hour increments. $67.20 per booking.
  • Shelters can seat approximately 20 people. Adjacent picnic tables and grass area beside the picnic shelter are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • Access to washrooms.
  • Pets and alcohol are prohibited.
  • There are no refunds due to inclement weather conditions.
  • Permit holder is responsible for leaving the area clean and litter free.
  • Firewood is not provided at City parks.
  • All parks within the City shall be closed to public gatherings from 11 PM to 7 AM
    Questions regarding Picnic Shelters can be emailed to picnicshelters@reddeer.ca
    Online bookings can be made on looknbook

*Please bring your own firewood as free firewood is not provided.

McKenzie Trails Picnic Shelter

View of Mckenzie picnic shelter

Situated beside McKenzie Pond, this is one of the most scenic shelters.

Features

  • Washrooms (year round)
  • Well water, not suitable to drink
  • Playground
  • No electricity
  • No canoeing in lakes, but there is a canoe launch to the river

Directions

6932 40 Ave - From 55 Street, travel north on 45 Avenue until the road ends.

Bookings

Online: Facility and Park Rentals
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Rotary Park Picnic Shelter

View of the Rotary Park Shelter

As one of the most popular park areas in Red Deer, this park has something for everyone.

Features

  • Washrooms (May - October)
  • Well water, suitable to drink
  • Adventure playground (wheelchair accessible)
  • Piper Mountain
  • Numerous open fire pits
  • Linked to the Waskasoo trails

Directions

4837 43 St - From Gaetz Avenue, turn east on 43 Street. It is located at 43 Street and 48 Avenue.

Bookings

Online: Facility and Park Rentals
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email:picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Kiwanis Picnic Shelter

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Located adjacent to Great Chief Park, this shelter offers a variety of activities for all age groups.

Features

  • Washrooms - flush toilets (May - October)
  • No water available
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Pitch & Putt golf course
  • Playground
  • Access to the Waskasoo trails

Directions

10 4707 Fountain Dr - From Taylor Drive, travel west on Kerry Wood Drive, turn south on Fountain Drive, then follow the signs.

Bookings

Online: Facility and Park Rentals
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Rotary Recreation Park Gazebo

View of the Pergola in Rotary Rec Park

Bookings

Online: Facility and Park Rentals
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Heritage Ranch Picnic Shelter

Heritage Ranch Picnic Shelter owned by The City of Red Deer, is managed by an independent operator and all bookings are made directly through them. Contact information can be found on the Heritage Ranch website.

Booking a Shelter

Online Application