Park Rules

In order to provide safe, accessible, and entertaining parks for all, please abide by the following regulations. Failure to do so may result in expulsion, fine, and/or arrest.

While enjoying the park, please respect it's use by others.
Hours: 8:00am to sunset.
Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
Leash and pick up after all pets.
Pets are not permitted on the playground area or sports fields.
Rollerblades and skateboards are not permitted on or near the playground.
Bicycles, tricycles, scooters, or similar vehicles should not be used on the playground. Please park them in the bike rack.
Parents are responsible for the supervision and conduct of their children at all times. Please use your discretion as to your child's physical ability to use any of the playground equipment.
Games and sports are allowed in designated areas only.
Motorized vehicles left after closing will be towed at owner's expense.
Loitering in parking lot is not allowed.
Hunting and firearms are not allowed.
To preserve nature, please stay on the marked trail.
Metal detectors of any kind are not allowed in the parks.
Golfing is not permitted in parks.
Organized league games or practices are not permitted without a permit.
Tobacco use is not allowed on or within 25 ft. of any playground, sports field, skate park, shelter or structure and at any outdoor special events.

WARNING: Violation of these rules may result in a fine of up to $750. We ask for your assistance by reporting vandalism or unsafe conditions to the Gurnee Police, 911, or the Park District Office, (847) 623-7788. Thank you.

A complete list of park rules can be found in the Gurnee Park District Ordinance Code:

GPD Ordinance Code

Tobacco Free Parks Ordinance

Thorguard

GURNEE PARK DISTRICT LIGHTNING PREDICTION SYSTEM

The Gurnee Park District has installed the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System at Hunt Club Park and Viking Park. The system predicts strikes by measuring electrostatic charges on the ground and in the air. This system is in place at many area park districts and golf clubs, including the Naperville and Oak Brook Park Districts and Warren Township.

The Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System is installed in two zones within the Park District. Each zone has a lightning sensor that sets off remote warning horns when lightning is imminent. The system covers two sites selected due to high recreation or sport use.

When the system predicts lightning in the area, a 15-second warning horn will sound. Depending upon weather conditions the warning horn may be heard within a two-block radius. Anyone who hears the horn should seek shelter immediately in a building or a hard-top vehicle. All activities at the parks should also stop with the horn sounds. After the danger is reduced, an all-clear signal of three short horn blasts will sound. A strobe light will also flash until the danger has passed. The system will be active daily, from April through October, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Viking Park and 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Hunt Club Park.

Irrespective of the lightning detection system, all patrons should use common sense when they hear thunder and/or observe lightning in the area and should proceed into a safe location.

According to the National Weather Service, each year about 400 people in the United States are struck by lightning while involved in outdoor activities. Because lightning travels in the atmosphere it can strike even on a sunny day. The Gurnee Park District believes installing the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System will benefit the whole community.

For more information about the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System, visit www.thorguard.com or contact Superintendent of Parks, Jeff Reinhard, at (847) 599-3770.