Bakersfield city parks are closed during nighttime hours, typically from sunset or a specified evening hour until sunrise or a specified morning hour. The Parks and Recreation Department sets hours for each park facility. Being in a closed park constitutes trespassing.
City parks generally close at sunset or 10:00 PM (whichever is applicable) and open at sunrise or dawn. Specific hours may vary by park and season. Lighted sports facilities may have extended hours during scheduled activities. The Kern River Parkway trail system may have separate hours. Park curfews apply to all persons, not just minors. Exceptions may be granted for permitted events and activities authorized by the Parks Department.
Being in a park during closed hours is a violation subject to citation by Bakersfield Police Department. Repeated violations may result in escalating fines. Vandalism or other offenses committed during park curfew hours carry additional penalties.
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