Rules & Safety
St. Charles Park District strives to offer a pleasant experience for all guests. Rules are established to offer a clean and safe environment for everyone. Please obey all rules to ensure a safe and fun experience while visiting. St. Charles Park District is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. Violation of any rules may result in serious injury and/or immediate removal from a park or facility.
Common Questions & Answers
All parks are open dawn to dusk. Some parks with lighted amenities offer extended hours. Refer to onsite signs for specific details.
Text Us! 630-513-3331
Notify Park Safety staff by calling 630-513-4343. Vehicles may be given permission to stay for up to 24 hours to make arrangements for a tow, otherwise a ticket may be issued and the vehicle may be towed at owner’s expense.
No. Call a friend or relative that may have a key. Contact your Emergency Roadside Assistance servicer, your dealership or a locksmith.
An eBike (electric bike) with fully operational pedals and a motor less than 750 watts that does not exceed 20mph may be used on park pathways.
All leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome on park district property. Please clean up after your pet.
Only with prior approval by the Director of Parks and Recreation. Please submit a request at least two weeks in advance to scpd@stcparks.org
No. Golfing is only allowed at Pottawatomie Golf Course during operating hours.
Resources
Alcohol & Smoke-Free Parks Policy
The Park Board has determined that it is in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of all persons using Park District property, including all outdoor parks, facilities, buildings and vehicles, that alcohol and smoking are prohibited. This prohibition on smoking, including vaping, in outdoor parks shall not apply to parking lots, personally-owned vehicles and the Pottawatomie Golf Course. The use of alcoholic beverages for private rentals requires a Special Use Permit, required 30 days prior of event to schedule use and obtain general liability insurance.
Carry In/Carry Out Leave No Trace Etiquette
The parks belong to everyone! Help keep parks and facilities clean. All guests are asked to remove garbage and recyclables during each visit. In the 2021 community survey, 85% of respondents indicated supporting the collection of garbage and recyclables at large outdoor locations as the amount of garbage and recyclables impacts maintenance time, critter control (rodents, raccoons, etc.), park beautification and overall costs. Thanks for supporting this new initiative.
Sportsmanship Policy
“Good sportsmanship goes beyond the game.” – Tommy Hilfiger
The St. Charles Park District is committed to promoting a safe, clean and fun environment for all participants and guests. For more details: click here
Participant Behavior Guidelines
In order to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment, Park District staff enforces a strict discipline policy designed to preserve a healthy program experience for all concerned. Behaviors which endanger the safety and security of the child or others may result in skipped steps and/or suspension from the program. For more details: click here
Photo & Video Policy
Photos and videos are often taken of people participating in Park District programs and activities. All persons registering for a program or using public park properties or facilities thereby agree that any photograph or videotape taken by staff or hired freelancers may be used in publicizing and promoting the Park District including its electronic/social media, videotapes, brochures, flyers and other publications without additional, prior notice or permission and without compensation to the participant. Staff does not use any identification in marketing materials. Persons on public property who do not want to be photographed or videotaped should tell the photographer.