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Preserves open at 7:00 AM and close 30 minutes after sunset. Closing time today is 8:55 PM.
Enclosed building available year round. Maximum capacity 115.
Amenities: (20) 6' rectangle tables, (3) 8' rectangle tables, 115 chairs, air conditioning, heat, ceiling fans, deck, electricity, firepit, grill, full kitchen (stove, refrigerator, microwave, sink), indoor restrooms, 85" smart television, hot and cold water, wi-fi. A coffee maker is available upon request. Available freezer in store room.
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Open air shelter available seasonally (May-Mid October). Maximum capacity is 60.
Amenities: (10) 6' picnic tables and (1) 8' picnic table, electricity, firepit, grill, nearby playground, indoor restrooms, volleyball net, and cold water. Restrooms are open to the public.
Renters are expected to follow the facility rental rules and will be charged accordingly for any violations.
Whether you're planning a wedding ceremony or reception, family reunion, business meeting or company picnic, we have a facility to accommodate you.
Salt Fork Center - Front
Salt Fork Center - Inside
Salt Fork Center - Inside + Lake View
Salt Fork Center - Kitchen
Walnut Hill Shelter - Front View
Reservations may be made online or at our Headquarters office.
The earliest a reservation may be made is one year in advance of the event date. Online reservations open up at 12am (Midnight) and will receive 1st priority; walk-ins 2nd; & phone/email 3rd.
Facilities may be seen on weekdays between 8:30am-4pm when not in use. Appointments are required for Homer Lake and Middle Fork River by calling the Site Superintendent’s Office: Homer Lake: (217) 896-2733 | Middle Fork River (217) 595-5432. For Lake of the Woods facilities call HQ at (217) 586-3360 to check viewing availability or stop by HQ.
Online at the time the reservation is being made or you are welcome to stop by HQ and pay in person.
Cash (exact amount), Check (payable to CCFPD), money order, all major credit cards.
When notice of cancellation is received 30 days or more prior to the event date ½ of the rental fee will be refunded. If notice is given less than 30 days no refund will be available.
Earliest arrival is 8am, latest departure is 11pm. You may not arrive any earlier than the start time and are expected to be cleaned up and ready to leave by the end time specified on your paperwork. Be sure to include set up/clean up in your time frame.
Yes. Changes may be made and must be received by HQ (217-586-3360) at least 3 days before your weekday event and by Wednesday for weekend events.
Yes. Renters must provide a signed Certificate of Insurance showing proof of Host Liquor Liability coverage in the amount of $1 million naming CCFPD as an additional insured party. This insurance may be obtained at: www.theeventhelper.com/partner/pdrma
There are some uses of the Forest Preserves property that, because of their nature, are allowed only with a special use permit. If you are planning an event in one of the preserves please check with HQ to see if a permit is required. Special Use Permits require a $100 non-refundable fee.
Special Use Permit. For approval consideration, submit completed permit at least 10 days in advance of event date.
WAN IP: 216.73.217.83