County Executive J. Ryan McMahon II
 

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

Take a look inside:

Click Here for Coronavirus Updates

  • NEW reservations are now available for dates through 2022.

  • Capacity is limited to 50 guests maximum, until further notice. 

  • Only online and phone reservations will be permitted at this time. No in-person reservations. 

  • All customers placing a reservation will be required to have a valid email address and complete an online social distance compliance form.


The Adirondack-style building featuring a panoramic view of southern Onondaga County, offers the perfect location for your next special occasion. Available for weddings, parties, meetings and more, Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest also serves as an intimate public gathering place for skiers and all other park users looking to kick back and warm up around the fireplace during the winter. Covered patio, outdoor seating areas, an indoor summer lounge and Adirondack style chairs make the lodge equally as enjoyable the rest of the year. The park offices and ski/snowshoe rental shop are located at Skyline Lodge.

"Absolutely one of the best parks in Onondaga County...Skyline Lodge is beautiful and a wonderful place for almost any event."
Monica Todeschini, Syracuse, NY

Memorable Weddings, Meetings, Parties and more!

2100weddinginsidewebSkyline Lodge at Highland Forest can hold groups of up to 150 people inside. For smaller functions, the space can be divided to hold up to 80 in the Limestone Room and up to 50 in the Kenyon Hollow Room. You may choose to use our exclusive caterer or you may bring in your own home-cooked food. Reservations for the entire facility are available up to 2 years before the date of the event. Reservations for either the Limestone Room or Kenyon Hollow Room may be made up to 6 months before the date. 

Reservations

  • Reservations for the entire facility are available up to 2 years before the date.
  • Reservations for either the Kenyon Hollow or Limestone Rooms may be made up to 6 months before the date.
  • Click here for rates, payment & cancellation policy.
  • Click here for the Skyline Lodge Policies
  • Click here to check availability or request a date or call (315) 451-6249.

White Linen Hospitality/Bull & Bear Catering

Our exclusive caterer, White Linen Hospitality/Bull & Bear Catering, is available to help with all your event needs and will help you plan your perfect day. Feel free to contact them at any time to review menu options, pricing, other needs, such as flowers, DJ and much more. They can be reached at (315) 559-8800 or skylinelodge@bullandbearsyracuse.com.

A Winter Wonderland!

Skyline Lodge also houses the cross-country ski and snowshoe rental shop and the park offices. On weekends, holidays and school breaks during peak seasons be sure to visit the snack bar.


Photo credit: Wedding couple outside - Maggie Gallagher Photography

During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

Tables 27  8-person round tables (5ft diameter); 18 6-person rectangle tables (6ft x 2.5ft)
Kitchen Sink, oven with 6 burner gas cooktop, ice machine, refrigerator (standard 30”) with freezer 
Catering All customers must use the exclusive caterer unless planning a home cooked food event.
Please note: If you choose the home cooked option, Highland will provide tables, chairs & garbage removal only. Customer must supply everything else. 
Fireplace Gas fireplace on Limestone side of room. Kenyon Hollow Room does not have fireplace.
Deck The deck is available to use during your event. Customers must supply their own chairs. The chairs provided for inside use are not intended for outside use. Please note: Exclusive use of the deck is not included in your rental, the general public will have access to it during your event.
Music DJ or band allowed.
Parking Lot can accommodate 190 cars

During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

Reservations for Skyline Lodge may be made up to 2 years in advance, only one group may reserve the lodge per day, while reservations for either the Limestone or Kenyon Hollow Rooms may be made 6 months ahead. Please note: Skyline Lodge is one large room, if divided the one large room becomes two smaller rooms, Limestone Room & Kenyon Hollow Room, When divided, the Limestone Room is larger and offers access to the fireplace and features the cathedral ceiling.

FULL payment is due within 1 business day of receiving an invoice for all reservations. 
MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express are accepted. Payments can be made online or over the phone.

Click here for the Skyline Lodge Policies

For more information about reserving Skyline Lodge, call (315) 451-6249, email reservations@ongov.net or click here to visit our Parks Reservations page. Please note: Select Saturdays, May-October, are available for Full Service catering only and are reserved directly with White Linen Hospitality at (315) 559-8800. See the Facility Calendar for dates that apply.

For catering information, contact White Linen Hospitality/Bull & Bear Catering at (315) 559-8800 or skylinelodge@bullandbearsyracuse.com or click here to visit their website.

Tours of Skyline Lodge are available by appointment only on Fridays from 10am-3pm. To schedule a tour contact the Reservations Office at (315) 451-6249 or reservations@ongov.net. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, tours are only available for customers with paid reservations.  

Open Year Round
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY & HOLIDAY
Mid-March - Mid-December
The lodge is available to reserve for up to 8 hours between 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
December 1- March 31: The lodge is only available to reserve from 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Skyline Lodge - up to 150 people $750
Limestone Room - up to 80 people $450
Kenyon Hollow Room - up to 50 people - CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE $350
MONDAY-THURSDAY
Mid-March - Mid-December
The lodge is available to reserve for up to 8 hours between 8:30 am - 10:00 pm
December 1 - March 31: The lodge is only available to reserve from 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Skyline Lodge - up to 150 people $500
Limestone Room - up to 80 people $300
Kenyon Hollow Room - up to 50 people - CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE $200

Planning a winter event? Add a sleighride to your rental for an additional $275.
Contact Highland Outfitters at (315) 289-3775 for ride information.


Cancellation/Refund Policy:

  • A minimum of $50 per rental day  (or the entire price if less than $50) is non-refundable.
  • All refund/cancellation requests must be made in writing:
    Email - reservations@ongov.net
    or
    Onondaga County Parks
    Attn: Reservations
    106 Lake Drive
    Liverpool, NY 13088

  • Cancellations received more than 10 months before the event date will receive a full refund, minus a $50 per rental day, non-refundable administrative charge.
  • Cancellations received less than 10 months before the original event date will not receive a refund. Payments made for Limestone Room or Kenyon Hollow Room are non-refundable.

During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.

Skyline Lodge at Highland Forest

Reservations
Online: Click here to check availability or request a date for your next event
Email: reservations@ongov.net 
Phone: (315) 451-6249

Catering Information: (315) 559-8800 or skylinelodge@bullandbearsyracuse.com
 

Physical Address

1254 Highland Forest Rd.
Fabius, NY 13063

For more information about Highland Forest, call (315) 683-5550 or email highland@ongov.net.

During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.