Rental Policies & FAQs

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Booking Your Event

Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis, up to a year in advance. We cannot hold a reservation unless payment is made.

Payment

Payment can be made by cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order or credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card only).
Payment is due immediately for any rental regardless of the time frame of the booking.
Personal checks cannot be accepted for reservations made less than 14 days before the rental date.

Insurance & Security

Public liability insurance and/or event security may be required for certain special events. Ask our reservation specialists if it is required for your event.

Permits

The Parks & Recreation Department will issue a facility rental permit after all fees have been paid. The permit will be mailed or emailed. If the permittee pays in person at our downtown office, we will provide a copy of the permit at purchase.
Permits are issued only for the individual or organization whose name is on the permit. If a transfer is requested, the permittee must request an amendment with the Parks & Recreation Department.
The permittee should take a copy of the permit with them to their scheduled event in case there is a conflict.

Emergencies

For on-site emergencies requiring police assistance, call 911.
For emergencies relating to your rental (facility not cleaned, etc.), call the after-hours hotline at (405) 297-2255.

FAQs

Why is the City starting this new recycling program?

We have heard a lot from customers over the years about improving our recycling program. The new large-cart program not only makes it easier for residents to recycle, but will help us keep landfills low by diverting more materials to recycling centers where they can be converted for re-use. The lids on the new carts will also keep everything contained and cut down on litter caused by Oklahoma weather.
What other recreational activities are available at Lake Overholser?

Fishing, picnicking, boating, kayaking and sailing are available at Lake Hefner. There are also parks and trails for walking, jogging and bicycling. The adjacent Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge has wildlife viewing, hiking and more.
What other recreational activities are available at Lake Stanley Draper?

Fishing, pavilions for picnicking, boating, kayaking, sailing, camping and off-road riding activities are available at Lake Stanley Draper Marina. All recreational activities require permits, which can be purchased at the marina. The marina also sells fishing and boating items as well as snacks and beverages. Restaurant service in the marina is only available during the summer season. A variety of off-road riding areas for motorized and non-motorized vehicles with permits are available. There are also picnic and playground areas which are available free to the public.
What other recreational activities are available at Lake Hefner?

Fishing, picnicking, boating, kayaking and sailing are available at Lake Hefner. There are also parks and trails for walking, jogging and bicycling.
Is water skiing allowed on lakes?

Water skiing is allowed only on Lake Stanley Draper. No permit is required for water skiing. Valid Oklahoma State and Oklahoma City boat permits are required to operate boats on the Oklahoma City lakes.
Is swimming allowed on lakes?

No.
Is fuel available at the marina?

Fuel is not available at Lake Hefner or Lake Stanley Draper.
If I sell my boat, do I need to inform the new owners to contact the marina to make arrangements to rent a stall?

Boat stall rental permits are not transferable, so the new owners will need to complete a new boat stall rental permit in their name.
If I sell my boat and there is a waiting list for the particular stall size I have rented, do the new owners get to keep the stall?

The marina will make every effort to accommodate the request. However, the new owners will need to contact the marina to purchase a new boat stall rental permit.
If I sell my boat, do I need to inform the marina?

Boat stall rental permits are not transferable or refundable. However, the marina needs to be informed so the inventory can be updated, and the stall made available for future rentals.
Is personal watercraft, such as a jet ski, allowed in stalls or on lakes?

Personal watercraft, such a a jet ski, is allowed to be stored in wet and dry stalls. The use of personal watercraft is allowed on lakes. However, Lake Hefner has a restriction of no wakes for personal watercraft 12 feet or less in length.
In the event of property damage or loss, is the City responsible?

Under the Terms and Conditions of the boat stall rental permit, renters release, indemnify and hold harmless the City If there is a loss or damage to property stored in the dry or wet stalls.
Am I allowed to store items on the wet stalls?

All items must be stored on the watercraft or taken with you at the end of the day.
Can I store my sailboat in the dry stalls with the mast up?

Yes.
Can I store trucks or campers in the dry stalls?

Only navigable boats and boat trailers listed on the boat stall permit can be stored in the dry stalls.
Can I store a boat other than my own in my dry or wet stall?

Only the boats listed on the permit can be stored in dry or wet stalls.
What services are included with a wet stall rental permit?

The convenience of storing your boat on the water and in a locked stall area. Electrical power (110v and 220v) is available at each wet stall. Potable water is only available at the boat ramp entrance.
What services are included with a dry stall rental permit?

The convenience of storing your boat and/or trailer in a fenced and locked area at the lake.
How do I contact Lake Patrol?

Call 911 dispatch and request Lake Patrol assistance.
What are the lake hours?

Lake hours are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m., except for permitted activities, such as boating and fishing. Permits allow use of the lakes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How can I access my boat at Lake Hefner?

Dry and wet stalls are accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Dry stalls require a combination code which is issued by the marina upon completion of a boat stall rental permit.
How can I access my boat at Lake Stanley Draper?

Dry and wet stalls are accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Dry stalls require a combination code. Wet stalls require a fob and PIN (Personal Identification Number) which are issued by the marina upon completion of a boat stall rental permit. Draper wet stall rentals include one fob per rental permit. One additional fob is available with a $25 deposit.
Does my boat stall rental permit expire?

Boat stall permits auto-renew annually on the anniversary date of the current rental permit unless by the permit holder cancels the permit at least 30 days prior to the anniversary date. To cancel your boat stall rental permit, contact Customer Service at (405) 297-2833.
How do I pay for a dry or wet stall?
The City of Oklahoma City offers the following payment options:
- Annual rental permit fees are added to your utility bill. If you do not have an Oklahoma City water utility bill, one will be created for your boat stall rental.
- The option of paying monthly, including automatic deductions from a bank account, is available for annual permits only.
- Payments cannot be made at the marinas for annual rental permits.
- Monthly and daily rental permits for short-term rentals may be purchased at the marinas and payment is due at the time of rental.
What do I need to rent a wet slip or dry stall?
Your watercraft will need:
- A current state title or registration
- Annual Oklahoma City boat permit (available at the marina
- State-issued ID
What happens if there is inclement weather on the date of my reservation?

Weather is unpredictable. Parks Administration reserves the right to determine the severity of inclement weather and the opportunity to reschedule.

In case of severe inclement weather on the date of the rental, the applicant may call the emergency number on the permit at least one hour before the event and must call the Parks Administration office by the next business day to reschedule. An alternate date within one year must be chosen in fourteen calendar days.

Refunds are not given for inclement weather.
Can I have amplified sound / a bounce house / vendors to sell things at my event?

The Parks & Recreation Department will do everything it can to help you have the event you have in mind. Certain items, however, require separate permits, including amplified sound equipment, a bounce house or similar inflatable fixture, and vendor booths. Please call our reservation specialists at (405) 297-3882 to inquire about the permit process for these amenities.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at parks or in park facilities?

Per City ordinance 30-470, all tobacco products, including lighted and unlighted tobacco, as well as electronic cigarettes, are strictly prohibited on park property. This includes use of cigarettes, cigars, vapes, and unlit tobacco in both outdoor areas as well as at picnic pavilions and inside event centers.
What do I do if someone is at the facility when I arrive for my event?

When you arrive at your rental pavilion or event center, make sure to have a copy of the event permit with you. If another party is already there when you arrive, you can show proof of your rental. If the other party refuses to leave the area, please call 9-1-1.
I did not pick up my facility keys by the allotted time? What can I do?

The Parks & Recreation Department's business office is open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you do not pick up your keys by 5 p.m. by the Friday before your weekend rental (Thursday if Friday is a designated City holiday), you may not be able to access your rental facility.
Can I have alcohol at my event?

Consumption of alcoholic beverages in Oklahoma City Parks is allowed. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is not allowed on any park road or parking lot, or in Dolese Youth Park. Glass containers are prohibited in any City Park. City Ord. No. § 38-95
How late can we stay at our rental facility?

Special event centers and pavilions must be vacated at the time indicated on the permit. For late-night parties scheduled until 11 p.m., this means that all guests must be gone and the rented facility must be cleaned of all decorations by 11 p.m. Guests may not stay after 11 p.m., when parks close. No exceptions.