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Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park
636-458-3813

Picnic Area/Playground Click here for photos of picnic shelters and picnic areas.

There are three large picnic shelters and over 200 picnic sites scattered throughout the park for visitors to enjoy.

The shelters, Cochran, Alta and Walnut Grove, make a great venue for family gatherings or special outings, and may be reserved at a rate of $40 per day. If not reserved, the shelters may be used on a first-come, first-served basis. Cochran Shelter’s capacity is approximately 70 occupants and it is equipped with a fireplace. Alta Shelter, the largest of the three, can occupy up to 130 people, and has three fireplaces and two barbecue grills--Alta Shelter is closed until further notice due to fire damage. Walnut Grove Shelter will hold up to 56 people and has a barbecue grill.

All three of the shelters are equipped with picnic tables, and have water and restroom facilities nearby. There is no electricity available in the shelters.

Meeting Rooms

Two meeting rooms are available for rent at the park’s visitor center.

The Gallery has a capacity of 50 people and can be rented for $75 per day or $25 per hour. The room is equipped with tables and chairs.

The Owls Eye Theater is an auditorium with a capacity of 82 people with chairs only. Chairs cannot be moved around and must stay in the original theater-style setup. The auditorium includes 82 chairs, a podium, stage, large built in screen, two television sets with videocassette recorders (VCRs), and an audio/visual room. The rental fee is $100 per day or $25 per hour.

We strongly encourage each group leader to visit the park to see if it will adequately accommodate your group. If you have any questions, call 636-458-3813.