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York County, PA Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

County rule?
Yes. York County Code Ch. 75
Park hours
Closed dusk to dawn
Exceptions
Designated fishing/boating sites
Enforced by
York County Park Rangers
Fine
$75–$800 and/or 30 days

Summary

In the York County Park System no one may be in a park between dusk and dawn, except at designated fishing and boating sites. The Parks Director may extend hours by permit. Violating park rules carries a fine of $75 to $800.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of York County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

No Person shall be permitted within or remain upon the Park System between dusk and dawn, except at designated fishing and boating sites. At the sole discretion of the Director, or his/her designee, said hours may be extended upon special request.

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Full Breakdown

York County directly regulates its own park system under Chapter 75 of the York County Code (Ordinance 2017-05). Section 75-5 ("Hours") closes county parks from dusk to dawn, with exceptions only for designated fishing and boating sites, department-sponsored programs, and certain trails the Director designates. Youth under 18 cannot hold an overnight permit unless accompanied by an adult (§75-3.F). Park Rangers enforce the rules; §75-39 sets penalties of a $75–$800 fine and/or up to 30 days' imprisonment per offense, plus restitution. This is a genuine county-level curfew: unlike zoning, York County (not a municipality) owns and polices its park system, one of the larger county systems in Pennsylvania.

Violations & Fines

Remaining in a York County park between dusk and dawn violates §75-5. Park Rangers may cite offenders; §75-39 sets a fine of not less than $75 and not more than $800, and/or up to 30 days' imprisonment, plus restitution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do York County parks close?
County parks are closed from dusk to dawn under §75-5, except at designated fishing and boating sites. The Parks Director can extend hours by special permit.
What is the penalty for being in a York County park after hours?
Section 75-39 sets a fine of $75 to $800 and/or up to 30 days' imprisonment per offense, plus restitution, enforced by York County Park Rangers.

Sources & Official References

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