reservable facilities

PICNICS

BIRTHDAYPARTIES

MEETINGS

CORPORATE EVENTS

NON-PROFIT EVENTS

WEDDINGS

Cleveland Metroparks and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s indoor

and outdoor facilities offer unique settings for picnics, parties,

receptions, weddings, corporate meetings and events.

Cleveland MetroparksReservations

Front cover photos: The Shelterhouse, South Chagrin Reservation/The RainForest, Zoo/Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation

Reserved Group Facilities Bedford Reservation 1Big Creek Reservation 1Brecksville Reservation 1Brookside Reservation 1Euclid Creek Reservation 1Garfield Park Reservation 3Hinckley Reservation 3Huntington Reservation 3Mill Stream Run Reservation 5North Chagrin Reservation 5Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 7Rocky River Reservation 7South Chagrin Reservation 7Washington Reservation 7West Creek Reservation 7Outdoor Education Facilities 9Chalet Recreation Area 11Additional Rental Facilities 13

Cleveland Metroparks ZooPicnics and Birthday Parties 15Special Events and Meetings 16Weddings at the Zoo 17

Cleveland Metroparks offers many picnic areas with shelters and/or canopies, picnic tables and grills, restrooms and various amenities and are located throughout Cleveland Metroparks. The majority of these picnic areas are free and available for all to use on a non-exclusive, shared-use basis.

Reserved Group FacilitiesOver 30 picnic areas, shelters and/or canopies are available to rent for a fee on an exclusive-use basis.

Reservation FeesReservation fees vary depending on the day of the week and which facility is being reserved for exclusive-use.

Reservation fees are non-refundable. Refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather.

The fee and signed permit must be returned to Cleveland Metroparks within one month from the date the reservation was made.

Reservation requests will be accepted up to one year prior to the intended date of use. Individuals must be 21 years of age or older

to reserve a group picnic facility.

For more information or to make a reservation: Visitor Services216-635-3200 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday

clevelandmetroparks.comclemetzoo.com

Picnic Areas / General Information

Index

Front cover photos: The Shelterhouse, South Chagrin Reservation/The RainForest, Zoo/Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation

ReSeRVAtIon/ Picnic Facility Reservation Fees Facility type

BEdFORd Lost Meadows Picnic Area $100 M-F Canopy 20’ x 40’ $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

BIG CREEk Memphis (back) Shelter $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

BRECkSvILLE Oak Grove Picnic Area $200 Sat/Sun Open ShelterOttawa Point Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays Stuhr Woods Picnic Area $100 Sat/Sun Open Shelter

BROOkSIdE Brookside valley Event Site $100 T-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

EuCLId CREEk Rear Quarry Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidaysupper Highland Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

Make a reservation today! Call 216-635-3200.clevelandmetroparks.com

Reservable Picnic Areas, Shelters and Canopies

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Bedford ReservationLost Meadows Picnic Area

Big Creek Reservation Memphis (back) Shelter


80/30 June - Sept. daily vault/non-flush W/S/HP/v

50/shared May - Oct. daily Portable W/PF/HP

190/140 May - Oct. Sat/Sun vault/non-flush E/W/BF/S 136/30 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush W/F/S/HP/PF

50/20 May - Oct. Sat/Sun Portable E/W

90/shared May - Oct./Tue - Sun Flush E/W/BF/PF/PE/v

90/30 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/W/S/PE

80/20 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/PF/BB/S

Seating/Parking Amenities* Capacity Availability Restroom type (at or near area)

*kEY: E - electric F - fireplace C - concessions S - swings V - volleyball poles & net

BB - basketball courtBF - ball fieldFL - fishing lakeFC - fitness courseHP - horseshoe pit

PE - play equipmentPF - play field SP - swimming poolSA - swimming areaW - water (May - Oct. weather permitting)

Reservable Picnic Areas, Shelters and Canopies

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Euclid Creek Reservation Rear Quarry Picnic Area

Euclid Creek Reservation upper Highland Picnic Area

Reserved Group Picnic Facilities

ReSeRVAtIon/ Picnic Facility Reservation Fees Facility type ReSeRVAtIon/ Picnic Facility Reservation Fees Facility type

GARFIELd PARkRed Oak Shelter $150 Sat - Sun Open ShelterTrolley Turn Canopy $50 M-F Canopy 20’ x 40’ $100 Sat/Sun/Holidays

HINCkLEYLedge Lake Building $100 M-F Enclosed Room $150 Sat/Sun/HolidaysLedge Shelters ABC $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/HolidaysRedwing Picnic Area $100 M-F Enclosed $150 Sat/Sun/Holidayskiwanis Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

HuNTINGTON Lake Shelter (back half) $200 Sat/Sun Open Shelter

Wolf Canopy $50 M-F Canopy 20’ x 40’ $100 Sat/Sun/Holidays

daily Ledge pool admission fees apply.

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Garfield Park ReservationRed Oak Shelter

Garfield Park Reservation Trolley Turn Canopy


ReSeRVAtIon/ Picnic Facility Reservation Fees Facility type ReSeRVAtIon/ Picnic Facility Reservation Fees Facility type


140/shared May - Oct. Sat/Sun vault/non-flush E/W/S/BF/v/PE 48/shared June - Sept. daily Portable W

48/shared Oct. - Apr. daily Flush E/W/F/FL/BB 60 each/shared May - Oct. daily Flush E/W/FL/v/BB/SP

100/40 Year-round daily vault/non-flush E/W/F/BF/v/HP

60/20 May - Oct. daily Portable E

180/shared May - Oct. Sat/Sun Flush (May - Oct.) E/W/C/SA/S Portable beach concession stand (during swim season) 48/shared June - Sept. daily vault/non-flush W/PF

Seating/Parking Amenities* Capacity Availability Restroom type (at or near area) Seating/Parking Amenities* Capacity Availability Restroom type (at or near area)

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Hinckley Reservation Ledge Shelter B

Huntington Reservation Lake Shelter (back half)






MILL STREAM RuNAlbion Woods Picnic Area $100 M-F Enclosed $150 Sat/Sun/HolidaysRoyalview Shelter $150 Sat/Sun Open ShelterWallace Lake Canopy $150 Sat/Sun Canopy 20’ x 40’W. J. Green Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter + $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays Enclosed Building

NORTH CHAGRINIntergrove Lodge Picnic Area $150 T-F Enclosed $200 Sat/Sun/HolidaysOld River Farm Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/HolidaysRiver Grove Picnic Area - Oak Shelter $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays - Chestnut Shelter** $150 M-F Enclosed $200 Sat/Sun/Holidays - Buckeye Shelter** $100 M-F Enclosed $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays** Book Chestnut & Buckeye $200 M-F $300 Sat/Sun/Holidaystogether and save $50

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Mill Stream Run ReservationAlbion Woods Picnic Area

Mill Stream Run Reservation Royalview Shelter



80/38 Year-round daily Flush (May - Oct.) E/W/F/S/HP/v Portable 80/shared May - Oct. Sat/Sun Flush E/W/S/HP/BF 48/shared June - Sept. Sat/Sun Flush/Portable BF/v/C/W/SA 60+40/40 Year-round daily vault/non-flush E/F/S/HP/v

60/30 Year-round vault/non-flush E/W/F Tue. - Sun. 60/30 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/W/S/HP/v/BF

80/43 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/W/S/HP/PF/BB/v/BF +shared area 90/75 Year-round daily vault/non-flush +shared area

45/20 Year-round daily vault/non-flush +shared area

60” round tables


+ Shared area Chestnut, Buckeye and Oak Shelters all share the River Grove Picnic Area


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North Chagrin Reservation Chestnut and Buckeye Shelters

North Chagrin Reservation Oak Shelter




OHIO & ERIE CANAL Morgan’s Hollow Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays ROCkY RIvERSycamore Shelter $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/HolidaysWillow Bend Picnic Area $100 M-F Open Shelter $150 Sat/Sun/Holidays

SOuTH CHAGRINHarper Ridge Picnic Area $150 Sat/Sun Open ShelterThe Shelterhouse $200 Sat/Sun Open Shelter

WASHINGTONArborview Shelter $150 Sat/Sun Open Shelter

WEST CREEkkeystone Shelter $200 Sat/Sun Open Shelter


(back half)


Ohio & Erie ReservationMorgan’s Hollow Picnic Area

Rocky River Reservation Sycamore Shelter

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120/34 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/W/HP/PE/v

60/shared May - Oct. daily Portable W/HP/PF 60/30 May - Oct. daily vault/non-flush E/W/HP/S

50/20 May - Oct. Sat/Sun vault S/HP/v 140/shared May - Oct. Sat/Sun vault/non-flush E/FC/HP/S

60/shared May - Oct. Sat/Sun Portable E/W/PF

140/48 May - Oct. Sat/Sun Flush E/W/F/PF



West Creek Reservation keystone Shelter

Washington Reservation Arborview Shelter

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Outdoor Education Facilities

Great locations for group/business meetings or birthday parties!

Garfield Park nature CenterGarfield Park Reservation, Garfield HeightsGarfield Park Nature Center is nestled in an urban oasis and combines the nostalgia of its 1890s history with live animal displays that reflect nature's reclamation of this urban forest habitiat. For facility details and reservations, call 216-341-3152.

CanalWay Centerohio & erie Canal Reservation, Cuyahoga Heightsdiscover a stunning “hidden valley” where nature and Cleveland’s industrial past andpresent come together. For facility details and reservations, call 216-206-1000.

north Chagrin nature Centernorth Chagrin Reservation, Mayfield VillageBeautiful North Chagrin Nature Center is situated between Sunset Pond and Sanctuary Marsh. It features exhibits that highlight the amazing native natural history of northeast Ohio. For facility details and reservations, call 440-473-3370.

Rentals are available for meetings by civic organizations, corporations and businesses. Facilities are not available for social functions such as receptions or parties, with the exception of birthday parties that include an education interpretive program.

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Rocky River nature CenterRocky River Reservation, north olmstedNestled deep in the Rocky River valley, Rocky River Nature Center’s overhanging deck provides unique views of the river and the 90-foot high shale cliffs. For facility details and reservations, call 440-734-6660.

Outdoor Education Facilities

Watershed Stewardship CenterWest Creek Reservation, ParmaThe Watershed Stewardship Center focuses on the West Creek watershed and the importance of managing storm water throughout the watershed system. For facility details and reservations, call 440-887-1968.

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Look About LodgeSouth Chagrin Reservation, BentleyvilleBuilt in 1938 by the WPA (Work Projects Administration) program, historic Look About Lodge features massive chestnut logs, fireplaces constructed with local stone, and handmade light fixtures. For facility details and reservations, call 440-247-7075.

Look About Lodge Interior

Chalet Recreation Area

S t R o n G S V I L L e

The Chalet Recreation Area in Cleveland Metroparks Mill Stream Run Reservation offers year-round recreation and social opportunities.

Private Rentals - Spring, Summer or FallThe Chalet Recreation Area can be rented for events including family outings, group functions, showers, weddings, graduations, clambakes, fall hayrides, pig roasts and company picnics.

the recreation area features:• cooking grills• picnic tables• sand volleyball• ball field• horseshoe pit• cornhole • swings

Public HayridesEnjoy Cleveland Metroparks breathtaking fall colors on a tractor-drawn hayride. On Saturday nights in October, enjoy old- fashioned hayride fun. Cost includes hayride, entertainment and activities.

Private Fall HayridesHaywagon day rides are available on select Fridays in October.

Cleveland Metroparks offers private hayrides on October weekends before, during and after public hours. Advance reservations are required.

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Located at 16200 valley Parkway, between routes 42 and 82 in Strongsville, just off I-71 and the Ohio Turnpike.

For facility details and reservations, and to schedule a tour, call 440-572-9990.clevelandmetroparks.com

Private Rentals - toboggan Seasonduring winter, the natural beauty of Cleveland Metroparks provides the perfect backdrop for a toboggan adventure at the Chalet. And, the new toboggan lift lets riders enjoy the thrill of plunging downhill at high speed on two refrigerated ice chutes. Enjoy a family or corporate holiday party during non-public hours. Concession area can be rented for an additional fee.

Small Group Party RentalsThursday nights only - January through mid-March. during public hours, groups of 20 to 50 riders, receive a discounted rate and three reserved inside tables. Food packages must be purchased from concession. Must be booked at least two weeks in advance.

Get Married at the Chalet

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Chalet Recreation Area

For a unique, casual wedding venue in a natural park setting, consider the Chalet Recreation Area. For 150 guests or fewer, a full day rental includes: • Chalet building and grounds• Concession area • 20' x 40' tent• 3 hours of pre-event planning with Cleveland Metroparks staff

Additional Rental Facilities

Manakiki Ballroom and CourtyardManakiki Golf Course, Willoughby Hills, north Chagrin ReservationLet the Hanna Mansion’s lovely venues including banquet rooms, an outdoor courtyard and wedding grove, be the setting for your next event as you enjoy expansive views of one of donald Ross’ top-ten rated public golf courses. For facility details and reservations, call 800-837-5899.

Big Met GrilleBig Met Golf Course, Fairview ParkRocky River ReservationCome see why Big Met is Ohio’s most-played public course. The surrounding woodlands and views of the undulating fairways from the clubhouse’s large windows or enclosed patio offer a feeling of space and openness for your next event. For facility details and reservations, call 440-333-5575.

Back 9 GrilleSeneca Golf Course, Broadview Heights Brecksville ReservationBy the early 1950s, Seneca was known as one of the finest 36-hole courses in America. Golfing legends Arnold Palmer, Gene Littler, Billy Casper and Jack Nicklaus visited this course. Enjoy your next event at the clubhouse grille with patio. For facility details and reservations, call 440-546-1555.

Sleepy Hollow Golf CourseBrecksville, Brecksville ReservationThe clubhouse at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course offers room rentals for everything from casual meetings and showers to receptions and banquets. For facility details and reservations, call 440-546-1555.

Shawnee Hills Grille & PatioShawnee Hills Golf Course, Bedford Bedford ReservationConsider an event at the Grille and outside canopy at Shawnee Hills with its 9-hole Par 3 and 18-hole courses set in gently rolling green hills, with the challenging back nine that includes deer Lick creek. For facility details and reservations, call 440-786-7587.

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Acacia Lyndhurst, Acacia ReservationThe new 155-acre Acacia Reservation offers an elegant setting for your next meeting or special event. For facility details and reservations, call 216-635-3200.

Additional Rental Facilities

Rivergate Cleveland, ohio & erie Canal ReservationRelax on the banks of the Cuyahoga River and enjoy beautiful views from the outside patio. Or head indoors, check out the food and beverage offerings, and a big screen Tv. Meetings, small party rentals and special event space available. For facility details and reservations, call 216-664-5696.

Cleveland Metroparks Park operations Fairview Park, Rocky River Reservation Park Operations offers several rental spaces - Hickory Auditorium/classroom, and Hemlock and Sycamore meeting rooms (small groups).For facility details and reservations, call 440-331-8111.

Ledge Pool & Recreation AreaHinckley, Hinckley Reservation Book a party at the heated 80 x 100-foot Ledge Pool and enjoy the special reserved tent with tables, plus pool admission. For facility details and reservations, call 440-331-8111 prior to Memorial day and 330-239-2911 after Memorial day.

Waterside Room at emerald necklace Marina Lakewood, Rocky River ReservationThe Waterside Room, with its view of the Rocky River, offers a perfect small venue for meetings, showers, group gatherings, receptions and more. For facility details and reservations, call 216-635-3200.

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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Picnics Palava Hut Pavilion 450 seated $1,000/day Primate Picnic Canopy 225 seated $300/daySavanna Ridge 180 seated $300/day Tucker Court Pavilion 120 seated $300/dayWaterfowl Lake Tent 225 seated $300/dayWild Wings Tent 100 seated $250/day

Group rates are available for parties of 25 or more.

Zoo HoursMonday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.*

Let us help you plan your perfect event:Picnics, birthday parties, corporate and non-profit events, weddings and more!

All picnic areas include tables and chairs. Zoo admission tickets must be purchased with picnic rental. Ticket includes access to Zoo and The RainForest. No ticket purchase needed for evening rentals.

*Saturday and Sunday hours are extended until 7 p.m. Memorial day weekend through Labor day.

Birthday Parties Available year-round

Summer times 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.Winter times 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Party Includes:• Two hours in a private party area• Admission and food for 20 guests (Child guests are permitted 1 adult chaperone)• Private educational animal encounterAdd ons:• Face-painting • Stuff-a-Plush • Guided tours

For more information or to book a party, call 216-635-3303 or clemetzoo.com

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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Special Events and Meetings

Whether set up for theater, classroom or dining, this room is perfect for meetings/conferences.

Reinberger Homestead $800/evening 50 seated/100 standing receptionThis beautiful victorian-style ranch house features a stately wrap-around covered veranda.

Auditorium $300/4 hours ($75 each additional hour) 96 seated/200 theater

view the elephants from this beautiful room featuring a wall of windows. Ideal for meetings, bridal and baby showers, birthday and anniversary parties.

Windows on the World $300/4 hours ($75 each additional hour)50 seated/100 theater

Featuring an inspiring collection of African artwork, the café is ideal for small corporate events, rehearsal dinners, anniversary and birthday parties.

Roaring Lion Café $350/evening 50 seated/80 theater

The 3,000 square foot rustic Wolf Lodge located in Northern Trek includes a working stone fireplace. Ideal for corporate parties, banquet/cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners and small wedding receptions.

Wolf Wilderness Lodge $800/evening 50 seated/100 standing reception

Historic Wade Hall has been restored to a victorian-style parlor. The deck provides a scenic view of Waterfowl Lake and is a perfect area for an outdoor wedding reception, cocktail party or a black-tie affair.

Guests dine comfortably close to the glass enclosed exhibits.

Wade Hall Building and Deck $1,000/evening 125 seated/225 standing reception

Primate, Cat & Aquatics Building $1,200/evening 225 seated/325 standing reception

Lush surroundings of the tropics.

the RainForest $3,000/evening 300 seated/800 standing reception

For facility details and reservations, call 216-635-3304 or clemetzoo.com 16

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo exclusive catering by

For full details: clemetzoo.com or 216-635-3304

• Free parking with all rentals.• Additional rental fees may apply.• Security is required for all after-hours events at an additional charge.

Weddings at the Zoo

Let us help you plan your perfect wedding.

Ceremonies $500/90 minutesChoose the Zoo or The RainForest.Ceremonies may be booked up to three months in advance. Available after-hours only.

Rehearsal Dinner Package $400/3 hoursAfrican Elephant Crossing Tiki HutAvailable Thursdays, Fridays or Sundays.

Photography $100/hourAvailable throughout the Zoo and in front of the 25' waterfall in The RainForest

Receptions

the RainForestCapacity: 300 guestsRental Fee: $3000

Primate, Cat and Aquatics BuildingCapacity: 225 guestsRental Fee: $1200

Wolf Wilderness LodgeCapacity: 50 guests Rental Fee: $800

African elephant Crossing Capacity: 150 guests Rental Fee: $1500

Wade Hall and Deck Capacity: 120 guestsRental Fee: $1000

Indoor Locations: outdoor Locations:

Cleveland Metroparks Reservable picnic areas 216-635-3200Reservable outdoor education facilities CanalWay Center 216-206-1000 Garfield Park Nature Center 216-341-3152 North Chagrin Nature Center 440-473-3370 Rocky River Nature Center 440-734-6660 Watershed Stewardship Center 440-887-1968 Look About Lodge 440-247-7075Chalet Recreation Area 440-572-9990Additional rental facilities Back 9 Grille 440-546-1555 Big Met Grille 440-333-5575

Manakiki Ballroom & Courtyard 800-837-5899 Shawnee Hills Grille & Patio 440-786-7587 Sleepy Hollow Golf Course 440-546-1555 Acacia 216-635-3200 Park Operations 440-331-8111 Ledge Pool & Recreation Area 330-239-2911 Rivergate Café 216-664-5696 Waterside Room at Emerald Necklace Marina 216-365-3200Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Birthday parties 216-635-3303 Zoo Rentals 216-635-3304

At a Glance

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