Wapato Park Bathhouse

Picnic sites are available for rent between April 1 and September 30 each year. Reservations may be made up to 365 days in advance. 

   

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Wapato Park Bathhouse - Rental Information
The Wapato Park bathhouse was constructed in the late 1930s by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). In February of 2005 the building sustained significant damage in a suspected arson fire. It was rebuilt consistent with the Master Plan for Wapato Park which eliminated the original bathhouse function but restored the building for use by summertime rental groups.

About Wapato Park:
The park is conveniently located off of I-5 near the 72nd street exit. Park amenities include a walking trail around the lake, gardens, a softball field and two sand volleyball courts.

About renting the bathhouse:
The first floor only of the bathhouse is available for picnics, small parties and meetings. With your rental you will have use of indoor and outdoor spaces include a deck overlooking the lake. There are no kitchen facilities and no heat in the building.

Renters are responsible for cleaning the building after their function. Alcohol is not permitted.

Picnic Fee: $50 per hour with a four hour minimum.,
$350 refundable damage deposit.
Site Capacity:50 maximum
Tables Available:Ten 6x3 tables,
Ten 5x5 round tables,
and 100 chairs.
Additional Tables available for rent:n/a
Restrooms:Yes
BBQ's and Stoves:No BBQ, renter must bring
Electricity:Yes
Water:Running water inside, however there are no kitchen facilities
Parking:Limited parking during the summer with 86 stalls in main lot available.
Accessibility: ADA Rating 4

How to make a reservation

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Picnic Rental Guide (everything you need to know!)
Picnic Site Amenities (all sites)
Picnic Reservation Application (mail/fax/bring in)
ADA Accessibility Info -All Picnic Sites

Please remember that when checking the availability of a date and/or site, that availability is subject to change without notice, due to reservations being processed in the order received.

Reservation Desk Phone Number

(253) 305-1010
Mailing Address

Metro Parks Tacoma
C/o Rental Reservation Desk
4702 S. 19th St.
Tacoma, WA 98405

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Last Updated: May 5, 2010 4:38 PM