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Parks and Open Space

Sunrise Picnic Pavilion

Located in the Lazy 5 Regional Park

Sunrise Picnic Pavilion
Facility Type:
Medium Picnic Pavilion

For directions, view the parks Google map.

Description: The Sunrise is a medium-sized covered pavilion immediately adjacent to the Sunset Picnic Pavilion.

Capacity: 100. *The Sunrise and Sunset pavilions can be reserved at the same time to expand the capacity to 300 people maximum.

Amenities:
* 12 picnic tables (table tops are approximately 40"x72") 
* 1 large charcoal grill (a propane grill can be brought in and must remain on the concrete. No additional charcoal grills permitted)
* Volleyball net
* Horseshoe pit
* Electricity available (Note: No music or amplified sound permitted in the park)
* Water Play Park
* Playground
* Restrooms
* Water (no water based activities such as water balloons etc. are permitted in the park)

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. 
* 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 may not be 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 and permitting. 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)
*Reservations are only available from May - October* 

Facility Use Fee Information:
$165.00/day for groups up to 100 PLUS $1.50/person over 100
$225.00 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. 

For Questions and Information:
Contact the Lazy 5 Park Ranger office at (775) 424-1866 for more information about the pavilion and what may or may not be permitted with your event. 

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