Picnics & Parties

Big parties need a big backyard! You can now book your perfect spot online.

Amenities at Santee Lakes include islands, amphitheater and waterfront gazebos with picturesque settings to match the imaginations of brides-to-be, corporate party planners and birthday celebrators of all ages.

Check out our Approved and Preferred Vendor List to choose the best fit for your upcoming event! Contact us by calling 619-596-3141 or emailing santeelakes@padre.org with questions.

If you are interested in joining our Vendor Program please contact cpena@padre.org.

See table below for current 2026 pricing. Picnic site rates and fees are subject to change.

AreaMax CapacityLocationMonday-FridaySaturday-Sunday/Holidays
A50Lake 1 Southwest Side$55$120
B60Lake 1 Northwest SideIncl. w/Laser TagIncl. w/Laser Tag
C50Lake 1 Northwest Side$65$120
D50Lake 1 Northwest Side$75$135
E50Lake 1 Sprayground$75$185
F50Lake 1 Sprayground$100$210
G100Lake 2 Southeast Side$75$145
H25Lake 2 West Side$55$110
I50Lake 3 Southwest Side$55$100
J25Lake 3 Southwest Side$40$50
K25Lake 3 West Side$55$100
L25Lake 4 Southwest Side$80 $135
M25Lake 4 Southeast Side$55$100
N25Lake 4 East Side Island$55$105
O50Lake 5 Southeast Side$115$180
P25Lake 5 Southeast Side$80$125
Q25Lake 5 Northwest Side$45$100
R80Lake 5 Northwest Side$115$185
S50Lake 5 Northwest Side$65$145
T50Lake 5 Northwest Side$80$135
U200Lake 5 Island$215$375
V25Lake 5 West Side$45$80
W25Lake 5 South$45$80
Additional FeesFull Day Rental
Entire Horseshoe Pit & Horseshoes
(Requires $50 deposit)
$150
One Horseshoe Lane & Horseshoes$30
One Horseshoe Lane & No Horseshoes$20
Volleyball Net & Volleyball
(Requires $50 deposit)
$30
Inflatable Permit
(With reserved picnic area (s))
$50
Amplified Music Permit*$75
Dumpster & Portable Restroom Fees
(With reserved picnic area (s))
TBD
North Lake 5 Service Building$300
Block 1 Laser Tag Rental 9:30PM-11:30PM$600
Block 2 Laser Tag Rental 1:30PM-3:30PM$600

 

Covered AreasMax CapacityLocationMonday-FridaySaturday-Sunday/Holidays
Gazebo 1100Lake 1$345$450
Gazebo 250Lake 5 South$100$200
Gazebo 3100Lake 5 North$250$400
A-D &
Gazebo 1
1,000Lake 1 $600$1,250
O-P &
Gazebo 2
250Lake 5 South$475$650
Q-V &
Gazebo 3
1,000Lake 5 North$900$1,700
Clubhouse60 ----$75/hour
(3 hr. minimum)
$150/hour
(3 hr. minimum)
Dining DeckMax CapacityLocationMonday-FridaySaturday-Sunday/Holidays
October-February200Lake 4 North$100/hour
3 hour minimum
$250/hour
3 hour minimum
March-September200Lake 4 North$175/hour
3 hour minimum
Unavailable
  • Event deposits are required.
  • Groups of 300 or more must reserve all of Lake 1 (Areas A-D,
    Gazebo 1) or all of North Lake 5 (Areas Q-V, Gazebo 3), plus
    applicable fees and restrictions.
  • Payments and deposits are due at the time of reservation.
  • Areas are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Reservations can be made one year in advance.
  • Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The exception
    is rain as determined by Park Staff on the day of the event.
  • Visitors shall not be permitted on Park premises while
    intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Park hours vary and are posted at the front gate.
  • All visitors entering the Park in a vehicle must pay the day-use
    parking fee.
  • Visitors must abide by all Park Rules and Regulations.

Note: Amplifying sound equipment can only be used in reserved areas with prior approval from the District. The noise level of any amplified sound shall not cause unreasonable discomfort or annoyance to other Park visitors, or to any person within hearing range outside of the Park. At no time shall the ambient noise level exceed fifty (50) decibels at a distance of fifty (50) feet from the source unless approved by the District.