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Lions Highland Picnic Pavilion

Located in the Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Lion's Highland

  (Please reference these online reservation instructions)

Facility Type:
Small Picnic Pavilion

For directions, view the parks Google map.

Description: The Highland Pavilion is situated amid large trees and right next to the park's Highland Pond, which provides a perfect setting for small gatherings. Although secluded, this covered pavilion is within easy walking distance of the playground and restrooms

Capacity: 50 

Amenities:
* 4 of picnic tables
* 1 charcoal grill (a propane grill can be brought in – no additional charcoal grills permitted.  Grill must remain on the concrete)
* Playground (within walking distance)
* Restrooms (within walking distance)
* Water (no water based activities such as water balloons, dunk tanks, water balloon fights etc. are permitted in the park)
* No electricity, volleyball net or horseshoe pits available at this site

Additional Information:
* The Cancellation Policy is in effect when the reservation is made.  Please read the Terms and Conditions before making a reservation
* Reservations can be made one year in advance from the current date
* Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance 
* Music or any amplified sound is not permitted in the Pavilion
* 1 portable amusement (bounce house) structure permitted – generator required
* Alcohol is not permitted at any reservable facility unless permitted through a Facility Use Permit
* Animals are not permitted in the pavilion
* Balloons permitted but must be anchored down and not popped, or released in the park
* No tape, tacks, or nails can be used for decorations
* No piñatas, glitter, or confetti permitted
* No water games, dunk tanks or other water based activities allowed
* Vendor trucks are not permitted in the park without prior authorization.  If you would like your event catered by a vendor truck, please contact Park Reservations for rules and regulations
* Pavilions are reserved to one party per day
* Reserving party is responsible for bringing their own trash bags.  Trash is to be taken to the dumpster
* Your group is responsible for knowing and adhering to all Washoe County Park rules

Reservable Hours:
From 10am to 7pm (Spring & Fall) and 10am to 9pm (Summer)

Facility Use Fee Information:
$100.00/day
$200.00 refundable cleaning/security deposit
To make a reservation, contact Park Reservations at reserveparks@washoecounty.gov (please be specific about which facility you are inquiring about) or (775) 823-6501. 
Ranger Office: (775) 785-4512

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