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Reviews (14)
What Guests Are Saying
Dolly Copp Picnic Pavilion is an excellent venue for hosting events, offering ample space for large gatherings and activities like lawn games. The pavilion is beautifully constructed and features long picnic tables, making it ideal for family functions and celebrations. While there were some minor issues with parking passes and lighting, overall, it provides a great atmosphere for memorable occasions.
What Guests Are Saying
Dolly Copp Picnic Pavilion is an excellent venue for hosting events, offering ample space for large gatherings and activities like lawn games. The pavilion is beautifully constructed and features long picnic tables, making it ideal for family functions and celebrations. While there were some minor issues with parking passes and lighting, overall, it provides a great atmosphere for memorable occasions.
Review Summary
Sue H
August 20, 2026
Excellent location for our group
Kimberly S
August 1, 2026
This was a great spot for what we were doing, which was hosting a reunion without RSVP's. We didn't know how many people to expect and the pavillion can hold a lot of people. It was perfect for that. We held a potluck picnic and took over two tables for the food and a few others for people to sit at. It's a bit dark inside the pavillion so the next time we do this, I might bring some battery operated string lights or something, to brighten things up. The lawn was perfect for lawn games.
The reserved sign was up and posted when expected.
One frustration however was the parking passes. We were told upon reservation that everyone would need one, so we ordered some to be picked up before hand. All our publicity strictly stated that you needed a parking pass. When it came time to confirm pick up of the passes, I was told we didn't need them. I wish we had known that prior to putting all of our PR out about the event as it would have simplified things. I was also surprised to find the local USFS visitor center (Andro office) was closed on a Saturday. It used to be open all the time but I understand staffing and budget cuts. Well....I don't really understand them but know they are the likely issue to why this office was closed and the Saco office is closed three out of 7 days a week as well.
All in all, this is a great, low key, inexpensive location to host an event and know you have covered space and bathrooms.
Kimberly B
June 29, 2025
We love to rent this for family functions and recently used it for our son's graduation. Plenty of tables under the pavilion. Tables are the long picnic tables. Large field that's great for playing games.
Kimberly B
June 29, 2025
We love to rent this for family functions and recently used it for our son's graduation. Plenty of tables under the pavilion. Tables are the long picnic tables. Large field that's great for playing games.
Rhianna N
June 21, 2025
We hosted our baby’s 1st birthday at the pavilion. The pavilion is beautifully constructed. We had the fireplace going which was a nice touch. All the kids were able to safely play on the large lawn. Only downside was we could have used a larger barbecue for the burgers, dogs, meats, etc. All in all, this was a beautiful place to celebrate!
Rhianna N
June 21, 2025
We hosted our baby’s 1st birthday at the pavilion. The pavilion is beautifully constructed. We had the fireplace going which was a nice touch. All the kids were able to safely play on the large lawn. Only downside was we could have used a larger barbecue for the burgers, dogs, meats, etc. All in all, this was a beautiful place to celebrate!
Sue H
August 17, 2023
Nice big sheltered area
Sue H
August 17, 2023
Nice big sheltered area
Donald C
August 26, 2022
I checked off good in the previous box the truth is we never got a chance to use it we were rained out and moved our picnic indoors at the hotsl we were staying at.
Donald C
August 26, 2022
I checked off good in the previous box the truth is we never got a chance to use it we were rained out and moved our picnic indoors at the hotsl we were staying at.
Location Dolly Copp Picnic Pavilion
Address:
Glen Road (Nh Route 16)
Gorham, NH, 03581
United States
The Dolly Copp Picnic Area is located on NH Route 16 about 5 miles south of Gorham, New Hampshire, and 13 miles north of Jackson, New Hampshire.
Dolly Copp Picnic Pavilion is accessible via NH Route 16, located approximately 5 miles south of Gorham and 13 miles north of Jackson.
Elevation: 380 feet
5.3 mi drive to downtown Gorham (about 7 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- The Dolly Copp Picnic Area is open until.
- There is no electricity available.
- Amplified music and/or public address systems are not allowed.
- Pets must be on a leash (no longer than 6 feet) at all times.
- All fires must be extinguished before departing. Charcoal and firewood are available in towns to the north or south of the Picnic Area.
- Vehicles must stay on the paved surface at all times.
- While the pavilion can be rented for your use, the remainder of the Picnic Area is open to the public.
- The pavilion should be left clean with all refuse properly disposed of upon your departure.
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
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Last updated: August 23, 2026
