Park Entrance Address: Access is primarily by canoe or kayak. The renting season is July and August.
Parking Location: Link to Map
Getting to the Facility: Parking will be at Waterworks Park to allow walk-in access across the river. The site is walkable across the river when water levels are at 2-1/2 feet or lower based on the USGS website. Paddle-in access will be limited to river levels above 2-1/2 feet but under 5 feet.
Price: $80 per night with a $100 Refundable Damage Deposit. Please note: All overnight facilities have a 10% hotel tax plus 7.75% sales tax.
Hours: Check-In 3 p.m. and Check-Out: 11 a.m.
Capacity: Sleeps five (5), up to three (3) additional guest may stay on the island until two hours before dusk.
Call 419-407-9700 to check availability or make a reservation.
Tables and Chairs: Dinette with four (4) stools, queen bed, two (2) sofas, two (2) adirondack chairs on the porch.
Alcohol: Alcohol is not permitted at this shelter or in any Metropark.
Grill(s): Wood Stove inside the cabin, some wood is provided. If additional wood is needed collecting is permitted on Granger Island but the cutting of standing and/or live trees is strictly prohibited.
Fireplace: Fire ring provided. Collecting of firewood is permitted on Granger Island but the cutting of standing and/or live trees is strictly prohibited.
Smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the facility and within 25 feet of the facility entrance.
Restrooms: There is a composting toilet
Trash: Carry in and Carry Out
Additional Information: Renters provide their own cookware, linens (queen size) and pillows. Pets are not permitted. In case of an emergency call the Ranger on Duty at (419) 407-9718. If this is a medical emergency please call 911. Please call Customer Service (419) 407-9701 during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 9 a.m to 5 p.m., for additional information. Renters will be provided with an access code to unlock the cabin during their stay. Metroparks has the right to cancel reservations when there is impending bad weather or predictions of rising water that could affect the safety of our guests and lastly, those boating are required to have a licensed vessel with all appropriate gear and equipment required to have. No inner tubes or inflatable boats that are not approved by the Coast Guard.