The Parks Department is responsible for maintenance of all City park and recreation facilities. In addition, this department oversees the City's winter sidewalk snow removal program, and maintains all municipal grounds.

The City's pavilions can be reserved for family gatherings, group meetings, etc. Deposits and rental fees are required, as outlined below. To reserve a pavilion, stop into the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, or call us at 989-386-7541, extension 0.

Pavilion Rental Rates
City of Clare Residents
Shamrock Large Pavilion (Full Rental): $50 Deposit
Shamrock Large Pavilion (Half Rental): $25 Deposit
Shamrock Park Small Pavilion: $25 Deposit
City Park Pavilion: $25 Deposit
Pettit Park Pavilion: $50 Deposit

Non-Residents
Shamrock Large Pavilion (Full Rental): $75 Fee
Shamrock Large Pavilion (Half Rental): $50 Fee
Shamrock Park Small Pavilion: $50 Fee
City Park Pavilion: $50 Fee
Pettit Park Pavilion: $75 Fee

Camping Rates
Pettit Park Camping is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and reservations are not accepted. Pettit Park is open annually May 1 - November 1.
$25.00 Modern Camping (Electric and Water)
$20.00 Primitive Camping (Non-Electric and General Use Water)
Pettit Park Dumping $5.00

Field Rental
Baseball/Softball Field Rental (Per Day): $25
Softball Field Rental with Lights (Per Day): add $10
Baseball/Softball Field Rental (Weekend Tournament): $150

Clare Union Railroad Depot to the Parks Facebook Page

Gary Bauer

Parks, Grounds, and Buildings Supervisor

The 2022-2026 Parks and Recreation Master plan is available for PDF download via the link below:

City of Clare Parks and Recreation 2022-2026 Master Plan