Egbert Picnic Area Overview
- Capacity: 75 people (Parking holds 75)
- Amenities: Field, Drinking Fountain, Restrooms, Swingset, Firepit, Grills, Picnic Tables (15, 8-foot tables), Parking, Trail Access, Biking Station
- Activities: Picnicking, Camp
- Reservable: No
Egbert Picnic Area Guide
Egbert Picnic Area
Egbert Picnic Area is one of the most well-known and popular picnic areas in the Bedford Reservation and is extremely popular in the spring and summer months. It is one of the largest picnic areas in the park, holding almost 15 picnic tables, making it perfect for family gatherings, birthday parties, summer camps, trail races, and so much more.
In addition to an ample enclosed shelter space that can hold 40 individuals, there are also another 10 outdoor picnic areas, providing ample space for more than one party. Over a dozen charcoal grills (not wood-burning) can be used to cook food, a water fountain, and a bike station that provides free air and tools for any of your needs. Within 100 feet of the picnic area are two unisex restrooms.
Families and kids will also love the vast open field space, perfect for baseball, football, and any other game. There is also a tiny swingset that can entertain two children at a time. In addition, there is a well-maintained fire pit and plenty of wooded areas to explore. It is next to an all-purpose trail and is a starting point for several hiking trails.
Alternative Option
Egbert Picnic Area can be an incredibly popular picnic shelter in the summer and fall months and may already be in use.
If you want a picnic area with all the same amenities and only a 15-minute drive away, look no further than the Harriett Keeler Picnic Area. This shelter is almost the same size as the Egbert Picnic, is a first-come, first-reserve, and has a fantastic playground (Andrews Nature Play Area)
It is also central to the main park activities, including the Brecksville Nature Center, the largest playground in the park, and the Hemlock Trail and the Gorge Loop Trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Egbert Picnic Area is located in the Bedford Reservation. It is off Durham Road and only a 5-minute drive from the Great Falls of Tinkers Creek.
Yes, this Picnic Area can be accessed by individuals with disabilities. The parking lot is located directly next to the shelter. The shelter is handicap accessible, but the open field may make it difficult for those with wheelchairs.
There are 15 picnic tables, twelve charcoal grills, two unisex restrooms, running water, a small swingset, an open field, a bike station, an open shelter, and an all-purpose trail perfect for walking, biking, and scootering.
This picnic area accommodates 70 individuals, and a parking lot can hold 50 vehicles.
You are required to bring your food and beverage. You may use any food vendor you would like. Alcohol is not permitted in the park.
There are no restrictions. Dogs and other animals are allowed in the picnic area.
No, this is free and is first-come, first-serve.
It is operational all year, from 6 am – 10 pm.
The facility has several trash and recycling cans.
Egbert Picnic Area Virtual Tour
How to Get There (Driving Direction)
The easiest way to get to Egbert Picnic Area (parking lot) is to put it into your phone and gps.
- There are numerous ways to get to Egbert Picnic Area, whether you are coming from the north, south, east, or west. Regardless of the direction you come, you will enter the park on gorge loop drive and take this west or east until you get to Egbert picnic area.
Learn More About the Bedford Reservation
While Egbert Picnic Area is one of the most well-known and largest picnic shelters in the Bedford Reservation, there are numerous other picnic areas and shelters that can provide similar experiences.
- Forbes Woods
- Hemlock Creek Picnic Area
- Hermit’s Hollow Picnic Area
- Lost Meadows Picnic Area
- Willis Picnic Area
