H.P.A.R.D. Park Rules & Regulations

Houston Parks and Recreation Department

Park hours of operation for all city parks are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted (.pdf).
Glass bottles and glass containers are prohibited.
Camping in city parks is prohibited.
No motorized vehicles may be driven on turf areas.
Riding or driving animals over or through the park, except along designated bridle paths is prohibited.
Molesting, injuring, etc., animals, fowl or fish is prohibited.
Erecting structures, bill posting, etc. is prohibited.
Walking, sitting or standing on any border or flower bed is prohibited.
No hunting or use of firearms are permitted in city parks.
Fishing is not permitted. Exceptions are children 12 and under and senior citizens 65 and older.
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in city parks with posted signage.
All animals must be on a leash and under the direct control of its owner.
Owners must pick up after their dogs. City of Houston Code of Ordinances Sec. 6-24.

Picnic areas are on a first come, first serve basis unless the area has been permitted. It is recommended that park patrons obtain permits to secure a picnic area for a special activity.
The selling of food, drink or any other commodity on park property is prohibited.
Littering is prohibited. Please take care to dispose of your litter. Keep our green spaces clean.
For a complete list of Park Rules and Regulations, please visit the City of Houston Code of Ordinances, Chapter 32.
Download and print, "Policy for Naming of Park Property".