Chrisholm MetroPark

Chrisholm Picnic Shelter

• The Chrisholm Picnic Shelter is a reservable shelter located behind the historic Augspurger House.
• It will accommodate groups of 75 people with accessible electric outlets and water.
• This shelter is equipped with 12, 8 ft. picnic tables, 1 large 2-sided grill and a fire pit*.
• A composting restroom is located within walking distance of the shelter.

Rosemont Barn

• The Rosemont Barn will accommodate 50 people and can be used for personal activities such as small holiday parties, showers, birthday parties, intimate wedding receptions, or family gatherings.
• The barn has wood siding and a metal roof. 
• Upon arrival at the park, you may go directly to the barn, and it will be unlocked and ready for use.
• The barn has electricity and ceiling fans, but no heat or air-conditioning.
• Guests must provide their own tables & chairs, table linens, and table décor.
• Guests must also organize their own setup and cleanup of the property.
• Candles may be used if they are in an enclosed container.
• This is designated as a smoke-free facility. Smoking in any part of the barn area is prohibited.
• There is a composting restroom facility within walking distance across the open field area on the park grounds.

General Information:

• A Nature Playscape, along with plenty of field area for games and activities are available.
• When reserved, there will be a “Reserved” sign on the shelter indicating that the shelter has been reserved for the day.
• Shelter reservations are daily from 8 am to dusk.
• Upon departure, please leave the area clean and all garbage placed in the containers provided. (Visitors may want to bring extra trash bags.)
• Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash, no longer than 6’ in length.  Please clean up after your pets.
• No Alcoholic beverages are permitted in this park.
• All vehicles must park in designated parking spaces.  The parking area at Chrisholm MetroPark has 28 parking spaces.  There is additional parking at Woodsdale MetroPark, located at 1917 Woodsdale Road.
• There may be other events scheduled at the same time as your event. Consequently, parking may be limited at times.
• Use of firearms and fireworks is strictly prohibited in all areas of the park.
• MetroParks prohibits the use of inflatable equipment such as bounce houses, slides, or obstacle courses. 
• Due to invasive species, firewood may NOT be brought into the park. All firewood must be purchased through MetroParks and is available for $7/bundle, approximately 9 pieces per bundle. Additional firewood can be purchased up until 2 pm prior to your reservation by calling the MetroParks Administrative Office Monday-Friday from 8:30 am-2:00 pm at (513) 867-5835.
  

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