The City of Boca Raton provides several parks for picnic enjoyment. While pavilions are available on a first-come, first-served basis, it is suggested reservations be made in order to secure specific dates and times. Reservations may be made 90 days prior to actual date of the reservation. All special event picnics require reservations.
Patrons may reserve pavilions at these sites for nominal fees. Fees are determined by residency status. Patron must present proof of residency at time of reservation. Patron must reserve and pay for pavilion in person.
All sales are final; pavilion fee is non-refundable
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in any City of Boca Raton park.
Animals, pets are prohibited in any City of Boca Raton park.
Propane is prohibited in any City of Boca Raton park. All fires must be contained in charcoal grills. No open fires, wood fires, fireworks or sparklers are permitted within any City of Boca Raton park.
Several park pavilions may accommodate “Special Events” provided all City of Boca Raton permits, rules and regulations are met. Special Event information is available upon request by calling 561-393-7824
Lake Wyman Park
1500 NE 5th Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-393-7815
There is one large pavilion that may be reserved. It is located on the West end of the park, near the playgrounds. The pavilion is equipped with picnic tables and 2 large charcoal barbeque grills.
There is also one small picnic table with no grill is currently available first come-first served.
HOURS: 8:00a.m. – Sunset, seven days a week AVAILABILITY: Contact Ranger Headquarters 561-393-7815 PARKING: Lot has capacity to accommodate up to 74. No entrance fee RESTROOMS: Facilities Available RENTAL FEES:
Weekdays
Weekends & Holidays
Residents
$35
$50
Non-Residents
$100
$125
The park is equipped with an extensive nature boardwalk system overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. There is also a children’s playground at the south end. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center schedules guided canoe nature programs on the park’s many established canoe trails. Call (561) 393-8110 for additional information.
PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE WILDLIFE IN THE PARK!
James A. Rutherford Park
600 NE 24th Street
Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-393-7815
There is one large pavilion that may be reserved. It is located on the south end of the park, near the playground. The pavilion is equipped with picnic tables and 2 large charcoal barbeque grills.
There is also one small picnic table with no grill is currently available first come-first served.
HOURS: 8:00a.m. – Sunset, seven days a week AVAILABILITY: Contact Ranger Headquarters 561-393-7815 PARKING: Lot has capacity to accommodate up to 74. No entrance fee RESTROOMS: Facilities Available RENTAL FEES:
Weekdays
Weekends & Holidays
Residents
$35
$50
Non-Residents
$100
$125
The park is equipped with an extensive nature boardwalk system overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. There is also a children’s playground at the south end. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center schedules guided canoe nature programs on the park’s many established canoe trails. Call (561) 393-8110 for additional information.
There are 8 pavilions that may be reserved in this park. Each pavilion is equipped with charcoal barbeque grills and picnic tables. Pavilions #1, #2, #3 are equipped with electricity and are lighted upon request.
RENTAL FEES: Fees are determined by residency status:
Palm Beach County residents: $35 Weekdays, $50 Weekends & Holidays, Non-Residents: $70 Weekdays, $100 Weekends & Holidays.
AVAILABILITY:Payment for pavilion use is due at the time the reservation. Reservations must be made in person at the James A. Rutherford Community Center inside Patch Reef Park. Mon-Fri: 8:00am-10:00pm • Sat: 8:00am-5pm • Sun: 10:00am-5:00pm
RESTROOMS: Available throughout the park
PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE WILDLIFE IN THE PARK!
PAVILIONS: (click on each Pavilion for more info.)
This pavilion is located at the top of the meadow area, west side of the park (approximately 1 minute walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). The pavilion is surrounded by grass with trees to the side and back. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables within the pavilion with 1 large 32”x32” grill. There are 2 large10-seat tables surrounding the pavilion with 1 small 16”x22” grill. Pavilion has 2 electrical sockets; and 1 water fountain. Pavilion is lighted upon request. Special Event reservations may be made for this pavilion. May be combined with pavilions # 2 and #3.
This pavilion is located at the top of the meadow area, west side of the park (approximately 1 minute walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). The pavilion is surrounded by grass with trees to the back. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables within the pavilion with 1 large 32”x32” grill. One large10-seat table sets outside the pavilion with 1 small 16”x22” grill. Pavilion has 2 electrical sockets and a water tap. Pavilion is lighted upon request. Special Event reservations may be made for this pavilion. May be combined with pavilions #1 and #3.
This pavilion is located at the top of the meadow area, west side of the park (approximately 1 minute walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). The pavilion is surrounded by grass with trees to the side and back. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables within the pavilion with 1 large 32”x32” grill. There are 2 large 10-seat tables surrounding the pavilion with 2 small 16”x22” grills. Pavilion is lighted upon request. Special Event reservations may be made for this pavilion. May be combined with pavilions #1 and #2.
This pavilion is located on the west side of the park, near restrooms, and closest to the Pirates Cove Playground (less than 1 minute walking distance). The pavilion is surrounded by grass, trees, shrubbery and a walking path. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables with 1 large 32”x32” grill; 2 large 10-seat tables surround the pavilion with 1 small 16”x22” grill; a water tap is available. There is no electricity or lighting at this pavilion. Special event reservations may NOT be made for this pavilion.
Adjacent to Pavilion #4 (across the walking path) is 3 large 10 seat tables with 3 small 16”x22” grills. These tables are first-come, first served and may not be reserved.
This pavilion is located on the southwest side of the park. The pavilion is surrounded by grass, trees, shrubbery and open to a walking path (approximately 2.5 minutes walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables with 1 large 32”x32” grill; 3 large 10-seat tables surround the pavilion with 2 small 16”x22” grills; a water tap is available. There is no electricity or lighting at this pavilion. Special event reservations may NOT be made for this pavilion.
This pavilion is located on the southwest side of the park (approximately 3 minutes walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). The pavilion is surrounded by grass, trees, and shrubbery. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables with 1 large 32”x32” grill; 3 large 10-seat tables surround the pavilion with 2 small 16”x22” grills; a water tap is available. There is no electricity or lighting at this pavilion. Special event reservations may NOT be made for this pavilion.
This pavilion is located near the back of the park, near the Tennis Center. The pavilion is surrounded by grass, trees, and shrubbery (approximately 3.5 minutes walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables with 1 large 32”x32” grill; 2 large 10-seat tables surround the pavilion with 1 small 16”x22” grill; a water tap is available. There is no electricity or lighting at this pavilion. Special event reservations may NOT be made for this pavilion.
This pavilion is located near the back of the park, near the Tennis Center (approximately 4 minutes walking distance from the playground, restrooms and basketball courts). The pavilion is surrounded by grass, trees, shrubbery, and open to a walking path. Pavilion has 2 large 10-seat tables with 1 large 32”x32” grill; 2 large 10-seat tables surround the pavilion with 1 small 16”x22” grill; a water tap is available. There is no electricity or lighting at this pavilion. Special event reservations may NOT be made for this pavilion.
There are 10 pavilions that may be reserved in this park.
Each pavilion is equipped with charcoal barbeque grills and picnic tables.
HOURS: 8:00a.m. - Sunset, seven days a week RENTAL FEES:
Weekdays
Weekends & Holidays
Residents
$35
$50
Non-Residents
$100
$125
AVAILABILITY: Contact Ranger Headquarters 561-393-7815 PARKING: Spanish River Park daily entrance fee applies:
Weekdays: $16.00; Weekends & Holidays $18.00
(Yearly beach permits are also available.) Beach Parking Permits RESTROOMS: Available throughout the park
PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE WILDLIFE IN THE PARK!
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PAVILIONS: (click on each Pavilion for more info.)
Has capacity for 200 people.
Has four (4) 8ft. picnic tables and two (2) jumbo 32’x32’ charcoal grills; no electricity. Has water and is near the restrooms. Has access to South Tunnel.
Has capacity for 100 people.
Has four (4) 8ft. picnic tables and two (2) jumbo32’x32’ charcoal grills; no electricity. Next to a lagoon and dock. Water and a shower are available.
Has capacity for 100 people.
Has four (4) 8ft. picnic tables and two (2) jumbo32’x32’ charcoal grills; no electricity. Water is available. A large playground is across from this pavilion. Has access to South Tunnel.
Middle Section of Park: These pavilions are considered closest to the stage and are the only pavilions in Spanish River Park with electricity and the only pavilions that support bounce houses.
Has capacity for 150 people.
Has four (4) 8ft. picnic tables and two (2) jumbo 32’x32’ charcoal grills; electricity available upon request. Bounce Houses/special equipment permitted as a “Special Event: in front of stage area -“Special Event” permit required.
Has capacity for 35 people.
Has four (4) 8ft picnic tables and two (2) jumbo32’x32’ charcoal grills
Generators are allowed with a “Special Event” permit.
Has capacity for 60 people.
Has four (4) 8ft picnic tables and two (2) jumbo 32’x32’ charcoal grills.
Two (2) children’s “spring horses” are available at this site. Generators are allowed with a “Special Event” permit.
Has capacity for 60 people.
Has four (4) 8ft picnic tables and two (2) jumbo 32’x32’ in size charcoal grills; no electricity. Close to Park Ranger Headquarters
Has capacity for 60 people.
Has four (4) 8ft picnic tables and two (2) jumbo 32’x32’ in size charcoal grills; no electricity. Close to Park Ranger Headquarters.
