Benson Park Rules & Regulations
Park Rules and Safety
Prohibited in all parks in the City of Philadelphia.
Littering and dumping.
Driving on the grass or other non-vehicle areas.
Wrecking, removing, or defacing Philadelphia Parks & Recreation property.
Swimming, wading, or ice skating in or on our waterways.
Removing any plants, animals, or rocks.
Vending, selling, or soliciting anything without written permission.
Lighting a fire, except in a stone fireplace or a metal barbecue stand.
Using metal detector devices.
Amplified noise without a special permit.
Smoking or vaping.
Alcoholic beverages, except for permitted events.
Illegal substances.
Motorized vehicles including ATVs and dirt bikes.
Camping.
Feeding or disturbing birds or wildlife.
Chalking is only permitted in the asphalt area located in the 4th Street entrance of the park.
All children must be accompanied by parents/adults at all times.
No child should be in the handball court, during adult games, to prevent injury.
Parents/Adults should not leave any child unattended in the water fountain area. A child under five should not be left unattended & should be carried or guided at all times . Parents/Adults should use their parental responsibilities & reasoning, when using the water fountain. All children should be closely supervised at all times, while using the water fountain..
No dogs are permitted in Benson Park. There are signs in each entrance to inform the community. Attached you will find more information.
Benson Park has a time schedule when it's opened and closed. In the winters during bad weather our park may remain close.
City of Philadelphia Department of Parks and Reereation Regulations Regarding Animal Free Areas
