Planning a large family gathering or a company outing this summer? Remember that picnic areas in Northgate Park with shelters and grills must be reserved in advance. To secure a spot, you must use the official City Parks reservation portal. Reservations open 90 days in advance, and popular dates, especially holiday weekends, are booked very quickly. The process is simple: log in or create an account, select "Northgate Park," choose your desired date and picnic area, and pay the permit fee online. Your permit will be emailed to you. Please have a digital or printed copy of your permit with you on the day of your event, as park rangers may ask to see it to verify your reservation. Enjoy our beautiful city parks responsibly!