Yonkers city parks close at dusk unless posted otherwise. Entry after closing is trespass under Yonkers Code Chapter 89 (Parks).
Most Yonkers parks (including Untermyer, Tibbetts Brook, Lennon, Trevor, Cross County) are closed from dusk to 7:00 AM. Parks with lighted athletic facilities may have extended hours when scheduled. Untermyer Gardens has specific posted hours. Violation is a municipal infraction. This park curfew rule under Yonkers's curfew ordinances applies to properties within Yonkers city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Yonkers code enforcement directly or consult the official New York municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
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