Marina Park Picnic Shelter
The Marina Park picnic shelter is located on the west side of the Hood River Marina, just north of the Hood River County Historic Museum and the Yacht Club and is open for use May 1 – October 1. The Park hours are 7am – 9pm.
The picnic shelter is the ideal space for small outdoor gatherings like family or company parties. The rental is for exclusive use of the shelter; to guarantee use, a online reservation that requires payment must be made. While the surrounding park and amenities are available to use, the area must be shared with the general public.
The shelter is offered as-is, rain-or-shine. Renters are required to leave the facility in good condition. The renter is responsible for collecting and removing all garbage generated by the event. Please bring extra garbage bags. All renters receive a reservation card prior to their reservation date. It is the responsibility of the renter to place the reservation card at the shelter as early as 7:00am on the day of their reservation to alert the general public of their rental.
The Picnic Shelter will be available to reserve and rent on a daily basis starting in January, 2025 using the Port’s online application and availability calendar for private events. The Port only accepts reservations through the current year.
No person shall sell or offer for sale, any merchandise, article, or thing in or upon a Port Park or at any Port-authorized special event without having first obtained a permit from the Port for a specific area or the special event. A person may not practice, carry on, conduct, or solicit for any trade, occupation, business, or profession, without first obtaining written permission from the Port.
Food Truck Picnic Shelter SOUR.pdf- The Picnic Shelter is only available to rent using the online reservation system.
- Reservations are accepted starting in January for each year. No advance booking for upcoming years.
- Commercial activity is not allowed.
- "Drop in" groups must vacate the shelter if the shelter has been officially reserved.
- Charcoal or open flame grills are not allowed.
- Fires are not allowed.
- Picnic shelter has 8 tables. 1 table = 6-8 people. Max group size for this location is 75 people.
- Use of the surrounding park area is permitted but is not available for exclusive use.
- Parking is free at the Marina Beach and Marina moorage parking areas.
- Water is spigot is available nearby.
- One outlet for Electricity is available but not guaranteed.
- Garbage – 1 can is provided. Users are required to haul out trash generated beyond the capacity of the receptacle. Please bring extra garbage bags.
- Restrooms- Public restrooms or Port-a-Potties are available near the Marina Moorage and at the Marina Beach.
- No vehicles allowed on grass or sidewalks.
- Pop up tents are okay however tent stakes are not allowed. Tents must be secured by alternate means such as buckets of water or sandbags.
- No smoking allowed in picnic shelter or park area.
- Dogs must be on leash attached to their person at all times.
- Alcohol- Beer, wine and cider is allowed at the picnic shelter for private events that are providing beverages for their guests. The sale of alcohol within the park is strictly prohibited. Host must provide insurance if event is over 50 attendees. The possession or consumption of alcohol is permitted within the park subject to all local and state laws, including those pertaining to public intoxication or public nuisance ordinances.
- Bouncy houses, dunk tanks, or other inflatable structures are not permitted.
- Food Trucks may be allowed and require a separate permit. They require a paid reservation and must be approved ahead of time by the Port. There is an additional $80 fee if approved. The Port will provide a pre-approved site map for the location of the food truck. Food truck vendors must only serve the attendees of the rental party. Food trucks must be self powered. Park shelter electrical outlets do not have enough power for large equipment. Gray water must be disposed of off Port property. It is the renter's responsibility to ensure the food truck follows all Port rules and policies. Food carts must park in designated parking areas and are not allowed on grass.
2025 Marina Park Picnic Shelter Fees: The Permittee shall pay fees in accordance with the Master Fee Schedule. The maximum group size is 75 people. Picnic Shelter parking is free at the Marina Beach and Marina Moorage.
Please enter the correct amount based on the day of your reservation:
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday: $500 per day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: $250 per day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
Ensure your reservation date matches the selected rate. Incorrect payments may delay your reservation confirmation.
