Columbia Hours of operation ordinance (§ 17-131)
Chapter 17: Parks and Recreation · Article IV. Conduct Regulations
Except for unusual and unforeseen emergencies, parks shall be open to the public every day of the year during designated hours. The opening and closing hours for each individual park shall be posted therein for public information. If there is no sign posted, the hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. It shall be unlawful to enter or remain in a park when the park is closed.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 17-131
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.