Picnic Area

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Located on the shore of Popes Creek, the Picnic Area includes a designated fishing spot and access to pet friendly hiking trails.

 

More Information

• Operating Hours & Seasons
• Permits
• Hiking
• Fishing & Fishing Licenses
• Accessibility

Things to Know

The Picnic Area is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Picnic tables and charcoal grills are available year-round, while restrooms and a water fountain are available spring through fall. The picnic pavilion can be used for large groups or individuals that are first come, first serve. 

If you have a group of 25 or more gathering at the picnic pavilion, you may require a Special Use Permit (SPU). Please contact us if you have any questions about your upcoming event.

The entrance to the Nature Trail is located in the parking lot of the Picnic Area. Visit Hiking for more information on the trails and maps of the trails.

 

For Your Information

• No “Holding” or unofficially reserving tables in the picnic area for other individuals.
• Free standing shade structures are permitted in the picnic area, provided that they are no larger than 10'x10'. Stakes or pegs used as anchors must be less than 9" in length and 1" in diameter.
• Fires are only permitted in the park-supplied grills or personal grills brought by visitors. Grills must be monitored at all times. Fires must be fully extinguished and the ashes left in place.
• Hammocks are prohibited.
• Never feed wild animals, including birds and squirrels. Animals that become dependent on human food may become aggressive toward people.
• Store all food when not in use.
• Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

 

Accessibility

• One accessible parking space is designated.
• There is one accessible Family restroom, which has a door lever to open (closed in winter).
• The parking lot is paved. The entrance surface to the Picnic Area is fairly level and grassy.
• Water: The water fountain is not accessible.

 

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