Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area
165 sites, pavilion available, open year-round
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Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area Details
This picnic area has 165 picnic tables, grills and restrooms. There is a pavilion available which seats 70. The pavilion can be reserved in advance for $20 by telephone at (877)444-6777, or online at http://www.recreation.gov. Pavilion is open March 11 - October 31. The picnic area is open year-round.
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