Memorial Park - Picnic Shelter #1 (Hillside)
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Facility Area Information
293 Gran Ellen Dr
Athens, GA 30606
Phone: (706) 613-3580
Status: Open
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| Rental Information |
Rental Period: Half Day - 4 hours (not available during the winter months*) or Whole Day - 9 hours (7 hours during the winter months*)
Rental Fee: $50 - Half Day | $75 - Whole Day
*Winter rental rates apply to the end of October through March 9th. No half day rentals will be available during these months.
Special Events: If you are planning to host an event that is open to the public, you will need to obtain a special events permit. Please contact our facility to inquire as to whether or not your event will need a special event permit in order to take place. Special events can include, but are not limited to: any event posted as a public event on a social media platform, a specialized group activity that is advertised to the public in any way, races or walkathons, rallies or demonstrations, etc.
The maximum capacity for picnic shelters is 60 individuals. |
| Picnic Shelter #1 Information |
Max Capacity: 60
Location: On the hill, approximately 300ft from the park entrance. It is visible as you are entering the park gates and heading down the one-way road to the lower parking lot.
ADA Accessibility: Wheelchair access is available by ramp from the parking lot adjacent to the shelter. Access ramp has uneven surface and a ~1in raise in terrain between the parking lot surface and ramp. One wheelchair accessible grill is provided. There are no designated parking spaces for this picnic shelter, but the first two parking spaces in the small adjacent lot are within a few feet from the access ramp.
Parking: There is a small parking lot adjacent to shelter with six parking spaces, additional parking in the lower lot and parallel parking heading up the hill from the shelter towards the park exit.
Closest Restroom: The nearest restroom is located down the hill and behind the playground (~500ft). Additional restrooms are located near the dog park and in front of the pool house (end of the main parking lot connected to the office building).
Additional Park Amenities: Playground, Bear Hollow Zoo, Birchmore Hiking Trail
Electricity: Three outlets w/ timers
Fans: Three ceiling fans
Grill/Fire: One pedestal charcoal grill and one wheelchair accessible grill
Water: No water source provided
Table/Chairs: Six 8ft picnic tables
Cleaning Deposit: N/A. Full rental fee is due upon approval of rental request.
Notes:
- Additional time for set-up prior to the rental period is not included. Additionally, the facility must be cleaned and vacated by the end of the scheduled rental period.
- Rental includes exclusive use of the designated facility only and shall not impede public access to any other area.
- Parking lots are open to the public and are not included with the reservation. All parking spots are first-come, first-served.
- Inflatables of any kind and petting zoos are not permitted on the premises.
- If you have questions about bringing any additional means of entertainment or items (musicians, caterers, etc) during your reservation, please reach out to our office at (706) 613-3580 to check for permission.
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Reservations & Activities
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MP Shelter #1
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Saturday November 8, 2025
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10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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family picnic with hot chocolate and cookies
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Sunday November 9, 2025
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10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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work holiday party
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Saturday November 15, 2025
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10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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