Fort Wayne parks are generally closed from 11 PM to 6 AM. Entering or remaining in a park during closed hours is a trespass violation under City Code. Headwaters Park and special event permits may have different hours.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department posts park hours on signage and through City Code Chapter 96. Most parks close at 11 PM and reopen at 6 AM, with some community parks closing at dusk (sundown). Presence in parks during closed hours is a Class C misdemeanor trespass under Indiana Code 35-43-2-2 or civil infraction under local ordinance. Exceptions include: permitted events that extend hours, official park business, emergency situations, and travel on through-streets. Headwaters Park, Promenade Park, and riverfront trails have specific posted hours that may differ. Fort Wayne Police and Parks Rangers enforce closure. Fishing at Franke Park and some waterfront areas may have extended hours with permit. Overnight camping is prohibited except at designated campgrounds. Violations typically result in warning on first contact and citation or arrest for repeat or refusing to leave.
Warning on first contact; citation or arrest under IC 35-43-2-2 trespass for refusal to leave or repeat violations.
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