To rent a pavilion, please call the Finance Department at 814-678-3009. If the date and pavilion requested are available, we will take your name, number, and address and make the reservation for you. Payment must be made no later than 1 week prior to the date of reservation. Payments can be made at the Treasurer's Department by phone or in-person with cash, check, or credit/debit card. Make checks payable to "City of Oil City". Refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 2 weeks prior to the date of reservation.
For any problem or emergency at a pavilion after hours, please call the police dispatcher at 814-678-3080.
Gold - Entire pool pavilion, and lifeguards
Silver - All shallow areas, pavilion, and lifeguards
Bronze - Zero entry and features, pavilion, and lifeguards
Price adjusted on a case-by-case basis for all groups over 50 people.
Three primitive campsites are located at the Oil City Marina Trailhead along the Oil City Trail. Campsite amenities include a fire ring, picnic table, hammock poles, bike rack, and waste receptacle. Restrooms are available at the trailhead parking lot. Campsites may be rented between April and October for $10 per night or $25 for 3 nights. To make a reservation during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, please call the Finance Department at 814-678-3009. Payment is accepted at the Treasurer's Department by phone or in-person with a credit/debit card, check, or cash. Please make checks payable to "City of Oil City". Please note: to rent a primitive campsite you must be 18 years of age or older.
The maximum length of stay is 3 consecutive nights. All permits expire at 11 AM on the expiration date. If a permit is canceled at least one full week prior to the rental start date, the rental fee will be refunded. Any permit cancellations received less than one full week prior to the reservation start date will not be refunded. No refunds will be issued for inclement weather. To make a reservation on the weekend please visit the Oil City Police Department at 21 Seneca Street in City Hall. Only cash or check payments can be accepted outside of business hours by the Police Department.
Any questions regarding site rental, contact the Oil City Accounting Office at 814-678-3009.
For any after-hours concerns, contact the Oil City Police Department at 814-678-3080. If you have an emergency, please dial 911.
All rules mandated by Oil City Ordinance #2872
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