The picnic shelter in Huntington Beach Central Park is located near Central Park Drive and Edwards Streets. You'll find ample parking near the facility and on Central Park Drive. The public outdoor facility which seats 200 people, provides barbecue grills, electricity and sinks. It must be reserved 2 weeks prior to event.  

Cost is  around $200 - $250 per day plus approx. $200 clean up deposit. (714) 536-5486. If no one books the facility two weeks prior, it is available free of charge to the first group to claim it.  

Overlooking a lake in one direction and a huge expanse of green fields the other way, the shelter is popular with local companies, families and community organizations.  Fields for softball and volleyball, two children's playgrounds and a paved path for skating, bicycles and walking surround it.  

What if your barbecue fizzles instead of sizzles' Right next door is Alice's Restaurant, serving outrageous cinnamon rolls and hot meals. When all else fails, try calling Alice.