Park Hours: 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Park Rules Prohibit:

• Alcohol possession or consumption
• Littering
• Glass containers
• Golfing
• Interference with reserved use areas
• Abusing facilities / Disruptive behavior
• Unreasonable noise
• Petting zoo and pony rides 
• Motorized vehicles (unless permitted)
• Swimming, diving, or wading in lakes
• Hot air balloons
• Solicitation or posting of handbills
• Cardboard or water sliding, ice blocking, or use of other materials for sliding
• Dangerous acts such as: archery, use of firearms, fireworks
• Barbequing except in designated areas (existing grills or 10ft from ramadas/trees)
• Parking in areas not designated as parking spots
• Use of an area of the park that has been designated as closed

Pet Requirements:

• Dogs on physical leash
• Horses on designated multi-use paths only
• Must clean up after all animals
  • Arizona State Leash Law
  • Gilbert Code: Section 6  – Division 2- Dogs
  • Sec. 6-60. Running at large.
  • Sec. 6-61. Liability of owners.
  • Sec. 6-62. Disposal of fecal matter.
• Other rules regarding pets and wildlife

Permits Required For:

• Organized field practice, classes, directed fitness or commercial activity
• Special equipment, including but not limited to inflatable structures
• Sale of goods or services (food, beverages, etc.)

Ball Field Rules:

• Climbing on or over fences is prohibited.
• “Soft Toss” against the fence is prohibited.
• Hitting against the fence is not allowed.
• Vehicles are not allowed on fields.
• Un-sportsmanlike conduct, fighting, foul language will not be allowed.
• Use established base distance only
• Throw down bases may only be used on dirt infields

Request from Park Rangers must be strictly adhered to in the interest of public safety. For a complete listing, please see Gilbert Code, Chapter 46. Violators are subject to penalties.

Gilbert Regional Park Pickleball Court Rules:

Rules and Regulations:

• Courts may be closed at any time due to safety or maintenance concerns.
• Athletic shoes with non-marking soles are required. Ensure shoes are dry and free from dirt.
• Pickleball courts are to be used for pickleball play only.  
• Court #P5 is designated as an ADA court for use with wheelchair play which has priority. No player rotation is required on this court when utilized for ADA play. 
• The following items are not permitted:
  • animals, except for service animals, on the courts
  • attaching items to fence, light poles, nets, or shade awnings
  • bicycles, skateboards, scooters, or other wheeled recreational devices 
  • food, gum, or drink, except water
  • glass containers
  • personal sound systems
  • sitting or leaning on the nets

Reservation and Rotation:

• Organized leagues, instruction, and tournaments must be coordinated through the Gilbert Parks & Recreation Department.
• If not reserved, pickleball courts are open for first-come, first-served public use until court capacity is reached.
• When court capacity is reached, and players are waiting, paddle rotation should be used (four+ players). 
  • Waiting players place paddles in paddle racks from left to right, in groups of four.
  • When a game is complete, the next four waiting rotate onto the court and move the paddle indicator to the next group.   
  • If players want to continue play, re-load paddles from left to right. Only one paddle per player.
  • Waiting players continue to move up in the rotation as players come off the court.
• Court use is limited to a standard game scoring format (first to 11 points, winning team must win by two).
• When less than four players are waiting, new players may challenge in by groups of two.
• Winners may stay on for up to two games and accept the challenge of waiting player(s).

Reminders:

• Be courteous and considerate to the players on the adjoining court(s).
• For your safety please inspect the court conditions before the start of play.
• Lights operate by pressing the button on the fence pole. They remain on for one hour.  
• Proper court etiquette and sportsmanship are expected. 

Need Assistance?

Gilbert Park Rangers
480-503-6263

Gilbert Police
480-503-6500