News Flash

Reserve your Kenton County Parks & Recreation shelter house today

News Posted on February 02, 2026

Kenton County Parks and Recreation (KCP&R) is  accepting reservations for the upcoming shelter house season, which runs from April 17 to Oct. 18. Reservations may be made online, via phone or in-person at Kenton County Public Works, located at 420 Independence Station Road, Independence 41051. 

Kenton County Parks & Recreation has eight shelter houses available to rent across four of our parks. Shelter house locations include:

  • Lincoln Ridge Park (3)
  • Middleton-Mills (2)
  • Pioneer Park (2)
  • Richardson Road Park (1) 

Each shelter house is located within close proximity to park amenities. For instance, Middleton-Mills Park's Shelter House 1 is connected to a fishing pond, while Pioneer Park's Shelter House 2 adjoins new pickleball courts.

 Reservation fees range from $40 to $90 (applicable KY sales tax may apply) depending on the day, location, size and amenities of the shelter. All reservations are non-refundable. For tax exempt entities, call (859) 392-1920 to make a reservation and to have the tax waived. A Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption must be received with reservation.

To book your reservation online, here are the steps you should follow (NOTE: New users must create a CivicRec account)

  • Visit the facilities catalog at bit.ly/kcshelterhouses
  • Select the desired park, shelter house and date to add to cart
  • Follow the transaction steps for booking

For special events, including bounce houses, run/walk or larger events, call (859) 392-1920 for the application process. Special Events start at $175 depending on the type of event and location.

 If you need any assistance, please call our team at (859) 392-1920.