Park Curfew: Mount Vernon vs Yonkers
How do park curfew rules compare between Mount Vernon, NY and Yonkers, NY?
Mount Vernon and Yonkers have similar restriction levels.
Mount Vernon, NY
Westchester County
Mount Vernon parks closed from dusk to dawn (approximately 30 minutes after sunset to sunrise) unless posted otherwise or a permit has been issued for an after-hours event.
View full Mount Vernon rules →Yonkers, NY
Westchester County
Yonkers city parks close at dusk unless posted otherwise. Entry after closing is trespass under Yonkers Code Chapter 89 (Parks).
View full Yonkers rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mount Vernon | Yonkers |
|---|---|---|
| Code | Chapter 200 | Yonkers Ch. 89 |
| Closed | Dusk to dawn | - |
| Permits | Parks Department | - |
| First Fine | ~$50-$250 | - |
| Default Hours | - | Dusk to 7 AM closed |
| Fine | - | $100-$250 |
| Exceptions | - | Scheduled events |
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Mount Vernon FAQ
Can I walk my dog in Hartley Park at night?
No. Parks are closed from dusk to dawn unless posted hours say otherwise.
Can I run an evening softball league at Memorial Field?
Yes with a Parks Department permit for after-hours use under Chapter 200.
Is Willson's Woods subject to Mount Vernon's park curfew?
No. Willson's Woods is a Westchester County park and follows county park hours, not city Chapter 200.
Yonkers FAQ
Can I walk the Aqueduct Trail at night?
No. The Yonkers portion of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail follows park curfew — closed at dusk under Yonkers Code Chapter 89.
What time do Yonkers parks close?
Most Yonkers parks including Untermyer, Tibbetts Brook, Lennon, Trevor, and Cross County are closed from dusk to 7:00 AM unless posted otherwise.
What's the fine for entering a Yonkers park after dusk?
Trespass under Yonkers Code Chapter 89 carries a fine of $100-$250. Parks with lighted athletic facilities may have extended hours when events are scheduled.
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