With more than 690 acres located in southern Prince George’s County, Louise F. Cosca Regional Park features both natural, undeveloped areas and land that has been developed for recreational use. The park is located in Clinton, Maryland, near Andrews Air Force Base.
Amenities include a nature center, a skate park, campsites, picnic shelters, both outdoor tennis courts and a tennis bubble, baseball/softball fields, multipurpose athletic fields, hiking trails, horseshoes, volleyball, and more. Scroll down to “Related Locations, Events and Projects” and click on Clearwater Nature Center or Cosca Tennis Bubble for additional information on those facilities.
Shelter, Capacity, & Fees
The Pavilion
- Capacity: 250
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $425
- Non-Resident Fee: $550
Shelter Area #1
- Capacity: 100
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $250
- Non-Resident Fee: $325
Shelter Area #2
- Capacity: 100
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $250
- Non-Resident Fee: $325
Shelter Area #3
- Capacity: 100
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $250
- Non-Resident Fee: $325
Shelter Area #4
- Capacity: 100
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $250
- Non-Resident Fee: $325
Shelter Area #5
- Capacity: 50
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $150
- Non-Resident Fee: N/A
Shelter Area #6
- Capacity: 50
- Prince George’s/Montgomery County Residents Fee: $150
- Non-Resident Fee: N/A
Reservation Details
- Picnic Shelters are reserved from 10 am to 7 pm on Sunday-Saturday.
- Must be a verified Prince George’s or Montgomery County resident at least 21 years of age to reserve.
- Non-residents may reserve certain shelters at Watkins Regional Park or Cosca Regional Park.
- Picnic shelter reservations must be made 72 business hours in advance.
- A $100 security deposit in addition to the rental fee is due at the time of reservation.
- All reservations must be made online via your Parks Direct Account.
- Please call the Park Permits Office with reservation questions at 301-699-2400
Prohibited Activity
- Electricity is not available at any of the shelters.
- Amplification or excessive noise is prohibited.
- Moon bounces, dunk tanks, or pony rides are not permitted.
- No sale of merchandise.
- No bands or amplified music.
- No generators or propane.
- For a list of Rules & Regulations, please review a sample Rental Agreement.
Weather Cancellation Policy
No refunds or reschedules will be processed due to rain, snow, or other weather issues.
Posh Picnics – NEW!
Bring your favorite people — we’ll bring the charm. Our Posh Picnic packages turn any afternoon into a picture-perfect memory with cozy rugs, chic tablespaces, and stylish details. Just show up, relax, and enjoy.
Picnic Times
Available by reservation only:
· Thursdays & Fridays: 6-8 pm
· Saturdays: 11 am-1 pm, 12 noon-2 pm, or 3-5 pm
· Sundays: 12 noon-2 pm or 3-5 pm
Colorway Options
Choose your preferred aesthetic for your picnic setup:
Blush Meadow – soft beige, cream, and blush accents
Moss & Mist – sage, gray, and silver accents
Sunset Citrus – bright orange and yellow with neutrals
How It Works
1. Choose your package and date
2. Pick your colorway (Neutral, Sage and Silver, or Sunset Citrus)
3. Arrive and enjoy. We’ll handle the rest.
Perfect for birthdays, date nights, proposals, girls’ days, and more!
Package Tiers
Petal Package (Up to Four Guests)
“Ease into elegance. Your picnic, simply styled.”
two-hour picnic experience
Rugs and ground seating pillows
Low picnic table for four
Faux floral décor and candle holders
Guests provide their own dining ware (plates, utensils, cups)
$250 Residents / $325 Non-Residents
Blossom Package (Up to Eight Guests)
“Blooming brighter: curated comfort, set and styled.”
Two-hour picnic experience
Everything in Petal, plus:
- Full dining setup with plates, utensils, napkins, chargers, goblets, and wine glasses
- Coordinated table styling in your chosen colorway
- Battery-operated candlelight for added ambiance
- Chalkboard stand with your custom message
$400 Residents / $520 Non-Residents
Garden Package (Up to Twelve Guests)
“Gather in style: a lush, luxurious picnic for your whole party.”
two-hour picnic experience
Everything in Petal, plus:
- Expanded setup with ground picnic tables for ten to twelve guests
- Extra layers of rugs and pillows for comfort
- Luxe faux floral centerpiece styling
- Personalized touches: themed chalkboard welcome sign and coordinated place settings
$550 Residents / $715 Non-Residents
