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This table is part of my posts for enjoying Scottsdale’s city parks.
City of Scottsdale Park Regulations Park Hours: Sunrise to 10:30 PM | Park Regs | Links |
Please Remember | |
Pets must be kept on a leash and animal waste removal required | |
Weapons may only be carried in accordance with state law | |
Park in designated areas only | |
Horses prohibited in parks, except on equestrian trails or where posted | |
Boats must be registered and are limited to sailboats, rowboats, canoes, or boat with electric motors. Chaparral & McKellips Lakes | |
Urban Fishing License required for 9 years or older (Park Signs say 14 years), Chaparral & Eldorado Lakes | |
State Fishing License required for 14 years+ at all other City lakes | |
Model boats may be operated only in McKellips Lake and Indian School Park, between 9 AM & Sunset | |
The Following Are Prohibited | |
Littering in park & possession of glass bottles | |
Alcohol | |
Discharging of firearms | |
Golfing & Archery | |
Model rockets, gas-powered model airplanes | |
Feeding, harming, removing or releasing animals in the park | |
Motorized vehicles (except in designated areas) | |
Overnight parking & vehicle repair | |
Open fires | |
Swimming, wading (including to retrieve golf discs) & bathing in lakes or waterways | |
Damaging park property, includiing lakes | |
Permits Required | |
To consume or possess beer in an open container | |
To sell food or beverages | |
To reserve park areas or facilities | |
For amplified sound or special events | |
Insurance Required | |
For use of specialty items: Inflatables, vendors, caterers, etc. | |
Priority for Park Use | |
1. City Programs | |
2. Reservations | |
3. Drop-in | |
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS: | |
Parks & Rec Info: | |
Emergencies: 911 | |
Police Non-Emergency: | |
Source: City of Scottdale | Above verbiage quoted & ediited from posted park signage |
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April Halstead
Scottsdale Lifestyle Blogger
I’m a 5th generation native Arizona gal who loves showing and telling what makes Scottsdale an amazing place to visit and make home! I hope you enjoy our city through my lens, making your own discoveries and memories here!