Picnic Areas

Gillson Park Grilling Permits

  • Grilling permits are available at Lakeview Center during regular office hours (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) or at the Beach House Office, Saturdays and Sundays, May 24-September 1, from 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Pre-reservations for picnic areas are available to Wilmette residents only.
  • No charge for RESIDENT picnic permits.
  • Non-Resident picnic permits are $10.
  • Permit hours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 2-5 p.m.; 5-8 p.m.
  • All grilling must be done on existing Park District grills.
  • A "Picnic Patrol" will issue permits on weekends.



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