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Kent County, MI Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Opening time
7:00 a.m.
Closing time
Official sunset
Reserved-shelter exception
May remain until 10:00 p.m.
Penalty
Up to $500 / 90 days (misdemeanor)
Enforced by
Kent County Sheriff Department

Summary

Kent County parks open at 7 a.m. and close at official sunset. Under the county Park Ordinance it is unlawful to enter or occupy a county park before opening or after closing, with limited exceptions for reserved shelters (until 10 p.m.) and campgrounds.

City-specific rules exist: Wyoming, and Grand Rapids have their own park curfew rules that differ from Kent County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

During the park season, without a written permit from the Director, it shall be unlawful for any person to enter upon or occupy a County park at any time before its posted opening time or after closing time, which shall be at official sunset as determined by the National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office for Grand Rapids...

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Full Breakdown

This is a genuine county-level rule. The Kent County Parks Ordinance, Section 32 (Park Hours), makes it unlawful during the park season, without a written permit from the Director, to enter or occupy a county park before its posted opening time or after closing time, which is official sunset as determined by the National Weather Service office for Grand Rapids. Exceptions include persons using a reserved enclosed shelter (who may stay until 10:00 p.m.), campground and Wabasis boat-launch reservation holders, and Johnson Park boat-launch users. Camping or remaining overnight without a permit is separately prohibited under Section 21.

Violations & Fines

A violation of Section 32(a) is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both. The ordinance is enforced by the Kent County Sheriff Department.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do Kent County parks close?
At official sunset. Under Park Ordinance Section 32, entering or staying in a county park after closing (or before the 7 a.m. opening) without a permit is unlawful, except for reserved-shelter and campground users.
Can I stay overnight in a Kent County park?
Not without a written permit. Section 21 makes overnight camping or remaining outside posted hours unlawful unless the Parks Department has issued a permit, such as at the Wabasis Park campground.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Kent County

Parking Rules: Overnight ParkingSome RestrictionsNoise Ordinances: Quiet HoursSome RestrictionsParking Rules: RV & Boat ParkingSome RestrictionsNoise Ordinances: Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant RestrictionsParking Rules: Loading ZonesSome RestrictionsParking Rules: Abandoned VehiclesSome Restrictions

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