Sunnyvale public parks close to the public from 10 p.m. to sunrise with violations treated as infractions unless a special use permit is issued.
Sunnyvale city parks, plazas, and open space preserves are closed to the public from 10:00 p.m. until sunrise (approximately 6:00 a.m.) under Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 13.08, which governs park use and regulations. Being in a park after hours without authorization is an infraction and may result in citation by Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety or park ranger staff. Exceptions include events held under a valid special use permit issued by the Parks and Recreation Department, participation in sanctioned sports league activities with after-hours access, and passage on designated lighted pathways where posted. Camping, sleeping overnight, and setting fires in parks are strictly prohibited. Fines for park curfew violations typically range from 100 to 250 dollars depending on whether other violations (alcohol, noise, vandalism) are involved.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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