Picnic Pavilions
To ensure pavilion availability, make sure to place a reservation. Reservations are made through the Parks and Recreation Administration Office.
Rental Fees
- A picnic pavilion permit costs $15 for the first 4 hours and $5 for each additional hour, which applies to all city pavilions with the exception of the Whistle Stop Playground.
- $100 Deposit and $25 Cleaning Fee is required for events with 100 people or more.
- All rental fees are to be paid in full at the time of reservation.
Whistle Stop Playground
20 S. 11th St.
Phone: 254-298-5690
Whistle Stop Playground is the perfect place for your next birthday party or reunion. There is a wooden playground, picnic tables, a grill and pavilions.
To rent the pavilion at this location, the permit fee is $25 for 4 hours. We rent the large pavilion out in block times of between 8am - Noon, Noon - 4pm and 4 - 8pm for $25 for the 4 hours.
We rent the small pavilion (holds 15) out for $10 for 4 hours, $5 for each additional hour.
To rent the pavilion at this location, the permit fee is $25 for 4 hours. We rent the large pavilion out in block times of between 8am - Noon, Noon - 4pm and 4 - 8pm for $25 for the 4 hours.
We rent the small pavilion (holds 15) out for $10 for 4 hours, $5 for each additional hour.
Rules & Regulations
- All cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the rental starting time to receive a full refund.
- Children are not to be left unattended or unsupervised.
- All City of Temple Parks (and their respective pavilions) are closed from 9am - 5pm except Wilson Park, Lion's Park, Sammons Park, Walker Park, West Temple Community Park, and Miller Park which close from 11am - 5pm.
- The facility must be cleaned and vacated by the lessees stated ending time. The parking lot and the immediate facility area are considered part of the facility and must be free from litter.
- For rentals in which there will be over 100 people, a security deposit of $100 and a $25 cleaning fee are required. The $100 deposit will be returned if the pavilion is left in good condition. If the pavilion is not clean, or if any kind of damage is left behind, the amount returned will be up to the facilities manager.
- Failure to adhere to any and or all of these procedures will be grounds for the forfeiture of the right to use the facility in the future.
- If anyone is at the pavilion at the time of your rental that is not part of your event, please be sure to have your permit with you to show that you do have it reserved for the date and time listed on the permit.
- If immediate attention is needed for any problems during your reserved time, please call 254-793-7229.
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Ferguson Park
Description: Ferguson PavilionCapacity: 64
Features: BBQ
Ferguson Park
- 10 Acres
- Playground
- 2 baseball fields
- 4 picnic tables
- 3 BBQ grill
- 2 picnic pavilion
- Restrooms
- Splash Pad
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Jackson Park
Description: Jackson PavilionCapacity: 32
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Playground, Restroom
Jackson Park
- 7.7 Acres
- Playground
- .5 mile Hike/Bike Trail
- 2 basketball court
- 3 picnic tables
- 2 BBQ grill
- 2 picnic pavilion
- Restrooms
Jaycee Park
Description: Jaycee PavilionCapacity: 64
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Playground, Restroom
Jaycee Park
- 5.9 Acres
- Playground
- Splash Pad
- 2 Basketball court
- 4 picnic tables
- 1 BBQ grill
- 1 picnic pavilion
- Restrooms
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Jeff Hamilton Park
Description: Jeff Hamilton PavilionCapacity: 35
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
Jeff Hamilton Park
- 3.3 Acres
- Playground
- 1 basketball court
- 2 BBQ grills
- 1 picnic pavilions
- 1 picnic shelter
- Restrooms
Jones Park
Description: Jones PavilionCapacity: 64
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Playground, Restroom
Jones Park
- 3 Acres
- Playground
- 2 basketball court
- 4 picnic tables
- 1 BBQ grill
- 1 picnic pavilion
- Restrooms
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Lions Park
Description: Lions PavilionCapacity: 120
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
Lions Park
- 100 Acres
- 2 Playgrounds
- 4 Softball fields
- 12 Picnic tables
- 2 BBQ grills
- A Pond
- 2 Picnic pavilions
- 2 Mile hike & bike trail
- Central Texas Bark Park
- Disc Golf Course
- Restrooms
Lions Park
Description: RotaryPavilionCapacity: 120
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Restroom
Lions Park
- 100 Acres
- 2 Playgrounds
- 4 Softball fields
- 12 Picnic tables
- 2 BBQ grills
- A Pond
- 2 Picnic pavilions
- 2 Mile hike & bike trail
- Central Texas Bark Park
- Disc Golf Course
- Restrooms
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Miller Park
Description: Pavilion ACapacity: 48
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
Miller Park
- 30 Acres
- Playground
- Splash pad
- .75 mile walk/jog trail with
- 10 fitness stations
- 1 Backstops
- Lake/pond
- 3 BBQ grills
- 3 Picnic pavilions
- 2 Soccer goals
- Restrooms
Miller Park
Description: Pavilion BCapacity: 48
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Restroom
Miller Park
- 30 Acres
- Playground
- Splash pad
- .75 mile walk/jog trail with
- 10 fitness stations
- 1 Backstops
- Lake/pond
- 3 BBQ grills
- 3 Picnic pavilions
- 2 Soccer goals
- Restrooms
Miller Park
Description: Pavilion CCapacity: 48
Features: BBQ, BB Court, Fountain, Lights, Restroom
Miller Park
- 30 Acres
- Playground
- Splash pad
- .75 mile walk/jog trail with
- 10 fitness stations
- 1 Backstops
- Lake/pond
- 3 BBQ grills
- 3 Picnic pavilions
- 2 Soccer goals
- Restrooms
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Sammons Park
Description: Sammons PavilionCapacity: 32
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
- Picnic Tables
- Pavilion
- Playground
- Pond
About the Marvin Fenn Recreation Area
The Marvin Fenn Recreation Area is named after Temple school teacher and fishing enthusiast, William "Marvin" Fenn. This area is located within walking distance of the Sammons Community Center. Fishing in the pond is permitted, but visitors must abide by all guidelines set forth by the City of Temple.
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Scott & White Park
Description: Scott & White PavilionCapacity: 32
Features: BBQ, Playground
Scott & White Park
- 12.8 Acres
- Playground
- 1 Tennis court
- 1 Baseball field
- 1 Basketball court
- 1 Backstop
- 2 Soccer goals
- 1 BBQ grill
- 1 Picnic pavilion
Silverstone Park
Description: Silverstone PavilionCapacity: 30
Features: BBQ, BB Court, Playground
Silverstone Park
- 5 Acres
- Playground
- .5 mile Walk/jog trail
- 1 Basketball court
- 1 BBQ grill
- 1 Picnic pavilion
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Walker Park
Description: Walker PavilionCapacity: 32
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
Walker Park
- 4.4 Acres
- Playground
- walk/jog trail
- Swimming pool
- 2 tennis courts
- 1 BBQ grill
- 1 Picnic pavilions
- Restrooms
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West Temple Park
Description: Pavilion BCapacity: 48
Features: BBQ, Fountain, Lights, Playground, Restroom
West Temple Park
- 30 Acres
- Playground
- Splash pad
- 1 Sand volleyball court
- 1 Mile Walk/Jog Trail
- 1 Basketball court
- 2 Picnic shelters
- 2 Backstops
- 8 BBQ grills
- 2 Picnic pavilions
- 4 Soccer goals
- Restrooms
Wilson Park
Description: Pavilion ACapacity: 56
Features: BBQ, Playground
Wilson Park
- 120 Acres
- Playground
- 1.75 Mile Walk/jog trail
- Swimming pool
- 2 Tennis courts
- 4 Baseball fields
- 6 Soccer fields
- 2 Basketball courts
- 4 Softball Fields
- 1 Sand volleyball court
- 2 BBQ grills
- 2 Picnic pavilions