California Parking Rules Practice
Clarify curb colors and no-parking situations at a glance.
Curb colors quick guide
No-parking zones
Hill parking essentials
Towing and penalties
Curb colors overview
Colors indicate restrictions; always follow signs and time rules.
- Red/yellow/white/green/blue
- Stop vs park rules
- Check time limits
No-parking zones
Keep legal distance from restricted areas.
- Fire hydrants and crosswalks
- Intersections and lane edges
- Accessible spaces and driveways
Hills and emergency parking
Turn wheels correctly and use the parking brake.
- Wheel direction on hills
- Use parking brake
- Emergency stop steps
FAQ
Can I stop at a red curb?
Generally no; follow the posted signs.
How should I turn wheels on a hill?
Turn wheels based on hill direction and use the parking brake.
Can I park near a fire hydrant?
Keep the legal distance and never block it.