PARK RULES

GENERAL PARK RULES

Safety & Supervision

  • Parks are use-at-your-own-risk.
  • Parents/guardians must actively supervise children at all times.
  • No rough play, fighting, or unsafe behavior.
  • Use equipment only for its intended purpose.
  • Follow all posted rules for specific amenities.

Hours & Access

  • Parks are open daily from dawn to 10pm unless otherwise posted.
  • No unauthorized access outside of operating hours.
  • Some facilities may require reservations or permits.

Cleanliness & Respect

  • Dispose of trash in designated receptacles.
  • Help keep parks clean—leave the space better than you found it.
  • No littering or dumping.

Property Protection & Vandalism

  • Vandalism will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
  • This includes graffiti, defacing, damaging, or destroying park property, equipment, signage, or facilities.
  • Violators will be removed from the park and subject to fines, full restitution for damages, and possible prosecution.
  • Help protect your park—report any damage or suspicious activity.

Alcohol, Tobacco & Drugs

  • No illegal drugs or substances.
  • Smoking and vaping only in designated areas (if applicable).
  • Alcohol is prohibited.

Pets

  • Pets must be on a leash at all times unless in a designated off-leash area.
  • Owners must clean up after their pets.
  • Aggressive animals are not permitted.

Vehicles & Parking

  • Vehicles must remain in designated parking areas.
  • No driving or parking on grass, trails, or unauthorized areas.
  • Follow all posted traffic signage.

Food & Grilling

  • Food and beverages are allowed in designated areas only.
  • No grilling in Henslee Park, however grilling is allowed in Lakeview Park.
  • No glass containers.

Shelters & Facilities

  • Some pavilions are available for reservations, while others are first come, first served unless reserved. Reservations do not give you exclusive use of the entire park.
  • Do not move tables, benches, or park equipment.
  • Keep walkways and entrances clear.

Prohibited Activities

  • No fireworks or open flames.
  • No unauthorized sales, solicitation, or events without a permit.
  • No climbing on structures not designed for climbing.

Weather & Conditions

  • Use caution during extreme weather conditions.
  • Amenities may close due to weather or maintenance.
  • Follow all posted closures and staff instructions.

Enforcement

Failure to follow park rules may result in removal from the park and/or suspension of park privileges.

HENSLEE PARK SPLASH PAD & PLAYGROUND

Safety

  • Use at your own risk.
  • Surfaces may be slippery and hot.
  • Supervise children at all times.
  • No rough play or unsafe behavior. - Please remind older children to be mindful of their surroundings.
  • Water should stay on the splash pad, NOT on the play equipment
  • Climb only on designated structures.
  • No scooters, skateboards, bikes, motorized toys.
  • Football, soccer, nerf guns, beach balls, dodge balls, etc can be played with on the natural grass, but NOT on the turf or concrete. 
  • Visitors should be mindful of their surroundings.
  • No pets allowed on the splash pad surface or the playground.


Attire

  • Swim attire required.
  • Swim diapers required if not potty trained.


Food & Drinks

  • No food, drinks, or gum on splash pad or turf.
  • Food allowed in picnic/grass areas only.
  • No grilling.
  • Please do not move picnic tables.


Set-Up

  • No chairs or tents on turf (grass only).
  • Keep walkways clear.
  • No sunbathing or lying on the turf or concrete. You may do these things on the natural grass.


Cleanliness

  • No glass.
  • Use trash cans.
  • Do not enter if sick (vomiting, diarrhea, or contagious illness within 24 hours).
  • Exit during lightning or severe weather.
  • No sidewalk chalk on the splash pad surface.


Hours Open daily 8 AM–8 PM (weather permitting). Closed Wednesdays until 4 PM for maintenance.  Hours may vary. Call (615) 446-1721 to confirm.