Mission Viejo parks are open from dawn to dusk unless otherwise posted. The city closes parks and trails after dark. Oso Creek Trail and other open space areas have posted hours. Violators are subject to citation by OC Sheriff's Department.
Mission Viejo parks and recreation facilities operate on posted hours, generally dawn to dusk. Specific facilities like the Mission Viejo Youth Athletic Park, Montanoso Recreation Center, and Felipe Tennis Center have their own posted operating hours. The Oso Creek Trail and Wilderness Glen Park have specific closure times posted at trailheads. Being in a park after posted closing hours constitutes trespassing. The Mission Viejo Lake is a private amenity operated by the Lake Mission Viejo Association with separate access rules and hours. OC Sheriff's Department patrols city parks and enforces closure hours. Park rules also prohibit alcohol (unless in designated areas with permit), amplified music without permit, overnight camping, and off-leash dogs (except in designated dog parks). Contact Parks and Recreation at (949) 470-3060 for park hours or OC Sheriff at (949) 770-6011 for enforcement.
Being in a park after posted closing hours is a trespassing violation subject to citation. Fines start at $100 for first offenses. Repeat offenders face escalating penalties. Individuals found in closed parks may also face trespassing charges under California Penal Code 602.
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