Is it illegal to sleep in NYC parks?

In city parks, it is illegal to “engage in camping, or erect or maintain a tent, shelter or camp” without a permit, or to be in a park at all between 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. unless posted rules state otherwise.



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In city parks, it is illegal to “engage in camping, or erect or maintain a tent, shelter or camp” without a permit, or to be in a park at all between 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. unless posted rules state otherwise.

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Park hours are from 6 AM to 1 AM unless other operating hours are posted outside of the park. Parks Enforcement Patrol Officers, Urban Park Rangers, or the New York City Police Department can issue Civil Court fines or Environmental Control Board violations to anyone inside a park after hours.

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Overnight Parking in NYC Parking your car on the street during the night is generally not a good idea. Anything can happen, and your car can even be broken into. Apart from that, you can end up with tickets. Fortunately, garages in NYC offer special overnight rates.

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Sleep under the stars! Camp overnight in our parks with our Urban Park Rangers as your hosts and guides. Pitch a tent under the stars and settle in for a night of adventure. Some of our family-friendly camping programs may feature a Ranger-led nighttime hike through the woods, storytelling, and s'mores!

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If you find yourself sleep-deprived in New York City and need a quick power nap, here are a few places to sleep for free.
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While there are several bodies of water located in the park, it is illegal to swim in the ponds and the reservoir. The only option for swimming is Lasker Rink and Pool. Unfortunately, the infrastructure was failing and the site is currently under construction for a massive $150 million renovation.

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Except where specifically permitted by the Commissioner, no person shall consume any alcoholic beverage in any park, playground, beach, swimming pool or other park property or facility, nor shall any person possess any alcoholic beverage with intent to consume or facilitate consumption by others of same in any park, ...

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Smoking. Smoking is not permitted in Central Park, including electronic cigarettes.

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