Picnic Rentals

Picnic areas operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations for groups of 50 people or less are available for the period from May 1st to September 30th. Please review the guidelines and procedures before proceeding with your reservation.

Guidelines and Park Rules:

• Picnic area space is for groups of *50 people or less, with no additional equipment or activities utilized.
• Picnic area reservations are full-day only; each space is available from 8am – 8pm.
• Picnic area reservations must be made at least seven days in advance of the desired date. (Reservations cannot be made less than seven days. Non reserved areas are first come, first served).
• Alcohol, vehicles, and public sales are prohibited at picnic areas. 

*For groups over 50 people, click here Special Events Permit

Picnic Area Information:

• Note: Charcoal fires and recreational fires may be banned on public property, including all City parks under the direction of the Fire Marshal, if a burn ban is in effect.

How to Reserve:

• CLICK HERE to check availability and begin the reservation process.
• If you do not already have an account with us through the PerfectMind system, you will be prompted to create one prior to making payment.
• Once you have made your reservation and processed payment, within 48 hours you will receive an email with a copy of your rental agreement which you must electronically sign and return from that email. At this point, your transaction will be complete.
• Bring a copy of your signed rental agreement with you to your picnic or have it easily accessible on your phone. A copy of that day’s schedule will also be posted at the picnic site.

Questions?

• For questions about the reservation process or to troubleshoot account issues, please contact rentals@mercerisland.gov.