PARD POLICY
COB PARKS & TRAILS ARE OPEN YEAR ROUND!
SCHEDULE: SUNDAY-THURSDAY 8 A.M. TO 10 P.M. | FRIDAY-SATURDAY 8 A.M. TO 11 P.M While enjoying the many opportunities the pard system has to offer, please be aware of the following rules and regulations for park use:
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS • • • • • • • • • • • •
A person may not loiter in any city park. The consumption, sale, use, or possession of alcoholic beverages on park premises is prohibited. The consumption, sale, use, or possession of illegal drugs on park premises is prohibited. Littering is prohibited. Use trash receptacles. Motorized vehicles prohibited off roadways and beyond parking areas. Improperly parked vehicles will be towed. Vending or sales prohibited without permit. Dogs are to remain on leash at all times. Pet owners are required to pick up after pets. Control noise levels – please be respectful of others. Destroying public property is prohibited by Title 19, Chapter 191 of the Government Code of Texas. No smoking allowed in any City of Brownsville interior and exterior spaces/facilities.
CAMPING
Camping is currently permitted in only one park via Borrow My Gear Program at Monte Bella Trails Park. Please visit the Borrow My Gear page of this guide or call (956) 547-6860 for more information.
FISHING
Fishing is allowed in various resacas within city of Brownsville parks. A fishing license from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) is required. For information on TPWD fishing licenses visit: tpwd.texas.gov.
SWIMMING
Swimming is allowed in City pools only during their regular operating hours and season.
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METAL DETECTING
Metal detecting or ground penetrating radar at park sites is permitted but digging is not allowed.
KAYAKING
Personal watercrafts are permitted in several City of Brownsville Parks locations. During the summer swim season, canoes & paddle boats and equipment can be rented via Borrow My Gear Program.
