Sandy Creek Park is governed by the ordinances of Athens-Clarke County. General park rules are listed below. Facility-specific rules are posted at facilities and on the associated webpages. Park patrons are responsible for knowing and following all ordinances and park rules and regulations. Anyone violating these rules may be removed.
General Park Rules
 | Patrons remaining after posted park closing time will be ticketed to exit |  | Automobiles must remain on pavement Park in designated spaces only |
 | Pick up after yourself |  | No smoking |
 | No alcohol, except by permit |  | No amplified sound, except by permit |
 | Pick up after pet |  | Pets must be on leash, except in Dog Parks
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 | Bicycles must remain on paved roads No bicycles on trails |  | Stay on trails |
 | Do not feed wildlife |  | No plant removal |
 | Fires prohibited, except in provided grills, fireplaces, and fire pits. |  | Swimming prohibited, except in Beach Swimming Area |
 | Gas-powered watercraft prohibited GA Boating Regulations apply |  | Horses permitted only on Buckeye Trail Negative Coggins Report required |
 | Fish in designated areas only GA Fishing Regulations apply |  | No tents, except by permit |
Permits are required for special events, commercial activities, tents, and organized sports.
Patrons may be asked to leave to accommodate programming, special events, or maintenance activities.
All outdoor facilities are closed when thunder can be heard or lightning can be seen.
Use park facilities and property at your own risk.
Park entry is subject to all applicable ordinances, rules, and regulations.
A full list of park regulations is available in Chapter 1-10 of the Code of Athens-Clarke County, GA.