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Earlier editions: 2026-09

Chapter 23 — PARKS AND LAKES

Monterey Municipal Code Art. 2 El Estero Park

Monterey Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · Monterey

Cite as: Monterey Municipal Code Article 2 · Text as of 2026-10-05

Sec. 23-20. El Estero Park - Description.

El Estero Park is described as all of that area, including the water area, bounded by Fremont Street, Camino Aguajito, Del Monte Boulevard, and Camino El Estero, excluding therefrom the Cemetery owned and operated by the Catholic Church and the City of Monterey (El Cemeterio Encinal).

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Sec. 23-21. Effect of Regulations on Sub-areas.

These regulations shall not be construed to repeal the regulations within this Chapter affecting sub-areas within El Estero Park.

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Sec. 23-22. Swimming.

It shall be unlawful to swim in the water area within El Estero Park.

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Sec. 23-23. Boating.

It shall be unlawful to launch, operate or maintain any boat in any water area of El Estero Park, except for all boats provided by the City’s concessionaire, or instructional programs authorized by the City, or model sailboats which shall be permitted only in the Camino El Estero finger of Lake El Estero.

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Sec. 23-24. Fishing.

It shall be unlawful to fish in El Estero Park in any area where fishing is prohibited or where special rules or restrictions apply to the taking of fish, and signs are in place giving notice of said prohibitions or restrictions. The City Council may by resolution prohibit fishing from certain land areas or within certain water areas and may establish special rules for the method or manner of taking fish.

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Sec. 23-25. Feeding of Birds and Animals.

It shall be unlawful to feed any bird or animal, except a domestic pet under the person’s jurisdiction and control within El Estero Park.

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Sec. 23-26. Adult Responsibility.

It shall be unlawful for any adult to allow, assist, or permit any minor under the adult person’s custody or control to violate any section of this Chapter.”

(Sections 23-27 through 23-29 reserved for future use)

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