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Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services maintains four covered picnic shelters that are available for reservation at the following parks:
Picnic shelter reservations for events taking place May 1 - September 30, 2025 will begin on February 5, 2024 at 10am.
  • All shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge, Oct. 1 through April 30.
  • Reservations are for the entire day. The fees help pay to keep the shelters clean and in working order. When not reserved, shelters are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Picnic shelters must be reserved at least seven days before the event date.
  • When not reserved, shelters are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis.
There are three ways to reserve a picnic shelter:
  • Make a reservation online
  • Call Marshall Community Center (360-487-7100) or Firstenburg Community Center (360-487-7001)
  • Visit Marshall Community Center (1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd.) or Firstenburg Community Center (700 NE 136th Ave.)
Shelter Reservation and Park Use Permit Cancelation Policy
If canceled one month or more before the rental date, 100% of the fee minus a $10 processing fee will be refunded. If canceled 1-4 weeks before the rental date, 75 percent of the fee minus a $10 processing fee will be refunded. No refunds will be granted if the reservation is canceled less than one week prior to the rental date.

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Fisher Basin Picnic Shelter
Picnic Shelter
Fisher Basin Community Park
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Leroy Haagen Picnic Shelter
Picnic Shelter
Leroy Haagen Community Park
100
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Marine Park Picnic Shelter
Picnic Shelter
Marine Community Park
100
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Marshall Park Picnic Shelter
Picnic Shelter
Marshall Community Park
100
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Park Use Permits
Depending on the type of event you're hosting, you may need to get a Park Use Permit. A Park Use Permit gives you permission to bring special items and equipment into the park and describes any approved special services or park staff assistance. Applications must be submitted 30 days prior to your event date. Please note that requests made less than 30 days prior to the event date may not be accepted or are subject to a $100 late fee.
Any event exceeding the shelter capacity and extending beyond the boundaries of the shelter must fill out the Special Event Interest Form.

For more information about holding permitted events in the parks, contact the Parks Permitting Team at 360-487-8304.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is there a way to find out if an event is already scheduled at a park I'm interested in with a non-reservable picnic shelter?
Yes. Contact Marshall Community Center at 360-487-7100 or Firstenburg Community Center at 360-487-7001 to find out about events taking place in our parks.

Q: What amenities are included with a picnic shelter reservation?
Reservations include use of all picnic tables located within the shelter and electricity (there is no electricity at Marine Park). Playground amenities and restrooms will be shared with the public.

Q: Can I have a bounce house with my reservation?
Yes, with a Park Use Permit. A shelter reservation is also required if at Marshall, LeRoy Haagen, Marine or Fisher Basin Parks.

Q: Can I hold a sporting event or tournament at a park?
Yes, with a Park Use Permit.

Q: Can I have amplified sound at the park? (This includes a live band, DJ or significant amplified speakers. Does not include small Bluetooth speakers)
Yes, with a Park Use Permit.

Q: Are BBQ’s allowed at the park?
Yes, however propane grills are preferred.

Q: Can I have access to water?
No, water access requests will not be granted.