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Group Facilities

Conservation areas are popular spots for group events such as weddings, company picnics, family reunions and birthday parties. They also offer a unique location for meetings and seminars.

What follows is a listing of the facilities in our conservation areas that are available for special events. Many need to be reserved well in advance.

These facilities fall into three categories:

Large pavilions and special facilities: Many of our properties are unique and include those that are totally enclosed and available in three seasons, such as the Hampton Barn at Belwood Lake, as well as the pavilions that can accommodate more than 100 people.

Tip: scroll down the page for a detailed chart showing all group rental facilities. Click on the facility name for a photo and more information.

Small pavilions and shelters: These have a roof for protection in bad weather and room for picnic tables inside and are ideal for family reunions and corporate picnics.

Picnic areas: These do not have a roof, but can be reserved for family and group picnics and special events.

How to book: Please call the conservation areas directly.

Please note that the capacity limits in our chart are a guideline to help you plan your event. Larger crowds can be accommodated in many locations, as more picnic tables can be set up. For further details, please contact the conservation areas directly.

In addition to the fees listed below, there is an additional reservation fee for each facility. Click here for the complete conservation area fee schedule. Large barbeques are available at many locations, but not all.

Reduced Group rates: Groups of 50 or more can get a reduced conservation area entry rate when arrangements are made at the time of booking. Children five and under are free.

Notes: Children's birthday parties and groups such as Guides and Scouts can access programs at our nature centres. For information on group camping, please contact the conservation area you're planning to visit. Group sites must be booked with the park directly and cannot be booked online.

Click on a facility name for pictures and more information. Fees include HST.

Belwood Lake
Hampton Barn	SF	95	$255	flush	yes	yes	yes
Hampton Barn - wedding	SF	95	$325	flush	yes	yes	yes

Brant
Grand Pavilion	SP	120	$70	vault	yes	yes	no
ParkView Pavilion	SP	40	$70	vault	yes	yes	no
Savannah Picnic Area	PA	50-200	$24	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Shady Rest Picnic Area	PA	50-400	$24	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Bluejay Picnic Area	PA	75-150	$24	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Walnut Grove Picnic Area	PA	100-200	$24	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Birches Picnic Area	PA	50-300	$24	vault	no	tap nearby	no

Byng Island
The Pavilion	LP	60-200	$175 or $70 for part	flush	yes	yes	yes
Pool Picnic Area	PA	100+	$42	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Pines Picnic Area	PA	75-200	$42	vault	no	tap nearby	no

Conestogo Lake
Picnic Shelter	SP	50-60	$70	vault	yes	tap nearby	no

Elora Gorge
Kay Marston Pavilion	LP	200	$175	flush	yes	yes	no
The Pines Pavilion	SP	50-60	$70	vault	no	yes	no

Guelph Lake
Island Pavilion	LP	150	$175	vault	yes	yes	no
Sandy Bay Pavilion	SP	50-75	$70	vault	yes	yes	no
Sunrise Pavilion	SP	50-75	$70	vault	yes	yes	no

Laurel Creek
Critter Shelter	LP	100-150	$110	flush	yes	yes	no
Dam Shelter	SP	60-80	$70	flush	yes	yes	no
Baseball Shelter	SP	40-50	$70	vault	no	yes	no

Pinehurst Lake
Clarence Sutor Pavilion	SP	75-150	$112	flush	yes	yes	no
Sunset Shelter	SP	40-100	$70	flush	no	no	no
White Oaks Shelter	SP	40-100	$70	flush	no	yes	no

Rockwood
The Mill Ruins	SF	100+	$950	no	yes	yes	no
The Pavilion	LP	100+	$175	flush	yes	yes	no

Shade's Mills
Chalet Shelter	SF	40-60	$190	flush	yes	yes	yes
Diamond Shelter	LP	80-100	$85	flush	yes	yes	no
Trail Shelter	LP	80-100	$85	vault	yes	yes	no
Beach Shelter	SP	40-60	$85	vault	no	tap nearby	no
Pines Picnic Area	PA	50+	$50	flush	no	no	no
Legend: SF - Special Facility; LP - Large Pavilion; SP - Small Pavilion; PA - Picnic Area Cost: In addition to the rental fee, there is a reservation fee. Fees in effect Feb. 1, 2011. Special Notices
Please review our Camping Reservation Policy prior to making your on-line or phone reservation (1-877-558-GRCA) Please read our notice about firewood and help protect our trees Please click here to complete a brief survey. This will help us make improvements to your conservation area experience. There is NO beach patrol at GRCA conservation areas. Children are the responsibility of the parents/guardians/adults.				Check the Newsroom for information on beach conditions Alcohol is permitted only on registered campsites, except during the total alcohol ban on Victoria Day and Labour Day weekends. Alcohol is not permitted at our day-use parks or at Elora Gorge Conservation Area.