Minneapolis Park Board ordinances close most city parks from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Presence during closed hours without a permit is a petty misdemeanor enforced by park police.
Under MPRB ordinances (enabled by the Minnesota Civic Recreation Act), Minneapolis parks are generally closed to the public from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Some regional parkways close at midnight or are open 24 hours for through-traffic. Events, weddings, and organized activities extending past closing require a special permit. Overnight camping is prohibited except in designated facilities with a permit. Fishing is allowed on some lakes and along the Mississippi River with appropriate state license, but vehicles must leave parking areas by closing time. Violations are petty misdemeanors; repeated violators can be trespassed from parks. MPRB police and Minneapolis Park Patrol enforce curfew.
Petty misdemeanor citations, typically with a fine around $100-200. Repeated violations can result in trespass orders barring entry to parks. Vehicles left after closing may be towed.
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