Harrison County and municipal parks close at posted hours, typically 10 PM. Beach access along US-90 is 24/7 but Jones Park (Gulfport), Biloxi Town Green, and waterfront parks have enforced closures. State parks under MS Code §55-3.
Harrison County and municipal parks have designated closing times enforced by local police and park rangers. Gulfport's Jones Park closes at 10 PM (later during special events); the Mississippi Aquarium grounds close at dusk. Biloxi's Town Green, MGM Park, and Point Cadet close at posted hours, typically 10 PM. Harrison County maintains Wade Park, Lyman Park, and other facilities with dusk or 10 PM closures. The 26 miles of Harrison County sand beach along US-90 is technically open 24/7 but swimming is prohibited after dark per MS Code regulations and signage. Buccaneer State Park (adjacent, Hancock County) and Shepard State Park follow MS Code §55-3 with 10 PM quiet hours. Post-Katrina reconstruction expanded many waterfront parks; their Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grants impose additional closure requirements.
After-hours trespassing: $100 to $500 plus MS §97-17-87 potential charges. Unauthorized beach activity after dark: $50 to $250. Camping without permit: $250 to $500.
Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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