Arlington city parks close during nighttime hours. The Parks and Recreation Department sets hours for each facility. Being in a closed park constitutes trespassing.
Most Arlington parks close at dark or a specified evening hour and open at dawn. Sports fields and lighted facilities have extended hours during scheduled activities. River Legacy Parks and trail systems may have separate hours. Park curfews apply to all persons. Exceptions exist for permitted events.
Being in a park after hours is subject to citation. Trespassing in closed parks carries fines.
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