York County Parks and Recreation opened certain amenities on May 22. May 22 marked the first day of York County being classified in the yellow phase of the state's reopening plan.
The off-leash dog area at Canine Meadows is now open. Fountains, however, will be closed, so users should bring water for their dogs.
Restrooms are open at several locations, including John Rudy Park - Pines Picnic Area; Rocky Ridge Park - Hidden Laurel and Oak Timbers; William H. Kain Park - Lake Redman and Lake Williams activity areas; and Heritage Rail Trail - New Freedom Train Station.
All portable restrooms throughout the park system have been available for use. Additional cleaning protocols are in place. Users must practice social distancing and wear masks in the restrooms.
Park rangers will disperse groups of more than 25 people. Picnic tables are available throughout the parks.
Pavilions will be available for rental, but only for groups of 25 or fewer people. To reserve a pavilion, readers may call the parks office at 717-840-7440, ext. 2, or visit https://yorkcountypa.gov/parks-recreation/facilities-rentals-permits-parks.html. Online reservations began being accepted on June 1.
Nixon Park Nature Center will reopen with limited hours. Sections of the building like the hands-on touch room will stay closed. Programs are on hold indefinitely. Readers may call 717-428-1961 for hours of operation.
Lake Redman boat rentals are closed indefinitely. All playgrounds and soccer and softball fields remain closed. The nature play areas at Rocky Ridge and Nixon parks also remain closed.
The Parks Administrative Building remains closed to the public. Park staff is available to the public by contacting 717-840-7440 or parks@yorkcountypa.gov. Park visitors who enter the Administrative Building must wear a mask at all times.
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