Kenosha County

Frequently Asked Questions

• What hours are the parks open?
• Petrifying Springs, Fox River, Silver Lake, Old Settlers and Brighton Dale Parks are open from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Bristol Woods is open from 7:00 a.m. until dusk. All of these parks have gates and the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department locks the gates at closing time.
• For hours of operation at Kemper Center/Anderson Arts Center and the Kenosha County Historical Society, please contact them directly.

 

• Are the parks open all year long?
• The six traditional parks are open 365 days a year. The golf courses are open from about March through November, weather permitting. 

 

• Are dogs allowed in the parks?
• Dogs are allowed in all County Parks as long as they are on a leash not longer than 10 feet.  There are off-leash dog parks at Petrifying Springs, Old Settlers, and KD Parks.  Owners must pick up after their dogs.
• Dogs are NOT allowed in swimming areas at Silver Lake or Old Settlers Park.

 

• Are there any boat launches?
• The only boat launch in a County Park is located on Highway F in Fox River Park. There is a fee of $2.00 to launch a boat into the Fox River.

 

• Is there a charge to get into the parks?
• There is a charge to enter both Silver Lake and Old Settlers Park from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The charge is 7 days per week and is a per vehicle charge. See entry fee sheet for current charges.

 

• Is alcohol allowed in the parks?
• Beer is allowed in the parks with the rental of a shelter building. A separate beer permit must be purchased. See rental information page for current charges.

NO BEER IS ALLOWED AT THE SWIM BEACH AREAS.