Picnic Shelters

If you are planning a reunion, birthday party or a small retreat why not book a picnic shelter?
Kiwanis-Picnic-Shelter

Find the perfect spot for your next reunion, birthday party, team-building or evening out with a campfire. Picnic Shelters are the perfect location for an outdoor gathering with friends and family. Bookings are recommended to ensure you have access to a picnic shelter. Booking Season available from May to October (Thanksgiving weekend).

  • Booked in 3 hour increments. $69.90 per booking.
  • Shelters can seat approximately 20 people. Adjacent picnic tables and grass area beside the picnic shelter are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • Washrooms at Kiwanis Picnic Park and Rotary Park are open daily from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., depending on staff availability. If booking a picnic shelter or planning an event at one of these locations, please be prepared for washroom facilities to be unavailable outside of these hours. 
  • Pets and alcohol are prohibited.
  • There are no refunds due to inclement weather conditions.
  • Permit holder is responsible for leaving the area clean and litter free.
  • Firewood is not provided at City parks.
  • All parks within the City shall be closed to public gatherings from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
  • No amplified sound is allowed. If you want to use speakers or other amplified sound, you must apply for a Special Event Permit.

Inquiries

Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca
Online bookings: Visit Look 'n Book
Phone: 403-342-8255

*Please bring your own firewood as free firewood is not provided.

McKenzie Trails Picnic Shelter

View of Mckenzie picnic shelter

Situated beside McKenzie Pond, this is one of the most scenic shelters.

Features

  • City washroom facilities located at McKenzie Trails (south washroom) are open all hours. The McKenzie Trails north washroom is closed as part of cost saving measures.
  • Well water, not suitable to drink
  • Playground
  • No electricity
  • No canoeing in lakes, but there is a canoe launch to the river

Directions

6932 40 Ave - From 55 Street, travel north on 45 Avenue until the road ends.

Bookings

Online: Look 'n Book
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Rotary Park Picnic Shelter

View of the Rotary Park Shelter

As one of the most popular park areas in Red Deer, this park has something for everyone.

Features

  • Washrooms (May - October) are open daily from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., depending on staff availability. If booking a picnic shelter or planning an event at one of these locations, please be prepared for washroom facilities to be unavailable outside of these hours. 
  • Adventure playground (wheelchair accessible)
  • Piper Mountain
  • Numerous open fire pits
  • Linked to the Waskasoo trails

Directions

4837 43 St - From Gaetz Avenue, turn east on 43 Street. It is located at 43 Street and 48 Avenue.

Bookings

Online: Look 'n Book
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Kiwanis Picnic Shelter

Kiwanis-Picnic-Shelter

Located adjacent to Great Chief Park, this shelter offers a variety of activities for all age groups.

Features

  • Washrooms (May - October) are open daily from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., depending on staff availability. If booking a picnic shelter or planning an event at one of these locations, please be prepared for washroom facilities to be unavailable outside of these hours. 
  • No water available
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Pitch & Putt golf course
  • Playground
  • Access to the Waskasoo trails

Directions

10 4707 Fountain Dr - From Taylor Drive, travel west on Kerry Wood Drive, turn south on Fountain Drive, then follow the signs.

Bookings

Online: Look 'n Book
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Rotary Recreation Park Gazebo

View of the Pergola in Rotary Rec Park

Bookings

Online: Facility and Park Rentals
Phone: 403-342-8255
Email: picnicshelters@reddeer.ca

Heritage Ranch Picnic Shelter

As of October 7, 2025, the indoor amenities at Heritage Ranch will be temporarily closed. All outdoor amenities such as playgrounds, day-use picnic shelter and trails remain available for public use. Additionally, temporary washrooms are available at the base of the tower at the main building.