Washington Park opens at 5 am and closes at 9 pm daily 

1. Speed limit is 5 mph
2. Glass of any kind, containers or otherwise, is strictly prohibited
3. No alcoholic beverages permitted within 50’ of roadways or parking lots
4. Pets are not allowed in the park
5. No overnight parking or camping
6. No littering
7. No ground fires.  Grills permitted in designated areas only.  Only non-charcoal (propane) portable grills are allowed on the beach.
8. Hunting is prohibited on all park property
9. Picnic shelter rentals and parking passes are available at the park office (219) 873-1506
10. No motorized vehicles except in designated parking areas
11. No metal detectors on grass
12. Noise ordinance enforced
13. No skateboarding except in designated areas