Terms & Conditions

Jackson County Park and Marina, Scottsboro, Alabama

Campground rules #1- 30 (Check-in Time 1:00pm) (Check-out Time 12:00pm)

Cabin rentals #31- 44 (Check-in Time 2:00pm) (Check-out Time 10:00am)

Late Check-Out Policy:

The front desk may be able to arrange a late checkout, if available. Additional fees may apply. In order to ensure availability for incoming guests, please plan prompt departures.

 

1.        These rules are intended to provide for the enjoyment and protection of all campers visiting the Jackson County Park.  These rules, in conjunction with the Jackson County Park Rental Agreement, govern campground operations.

2.        By occupying a campsite in Jackson County Park, campground renter agrees to follow these rules, and acknowledges that failure to comply may result in eviction from campground.

3.        The campground manager has full authority for judgment regarding interpretation and enforcement of these rules.

4.        Tenants and Guests are responsible for any damage or injury caused by themselves, their children and/or pets. Tenant assumes any and all risks associated with the foregoing and agrees to hold Landlord harmless from and indemnify Landlord against the same. The Park is not responsible for personal injuries or damage, loss or theft of any personal property or vehicle.

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5.        SPEED LIMIT IN THE CAMPGROUND FOR EVERYONE IS 5 MPH.  THERE ARE CHILDREN AND ADULTS WALKING, RIDING BIKES AND PLAYING, SO WATCH YOUR SPEED AND DRIVE SAFELY.

6.        A camping unit is defined as motor home, camping trailer, pop-up tent or camping tent.  Camping units must be in good working order and have a neat appearance.  Only one unit per campsite.

7.        For an additional $10/night charge, a camping tent can be placed alongside the camping unit of a rented campsite for a period of no more than one week.

8.        Campers must safely place and level their camping unit on assigned site without infringing upon neighboring sites.

9.        Minors (under 21) are not allowed to rent a campsite.  An adult (21 or older) must obtain the campsite rental and occupy the site with all minors.

10.     Only two (2) visitor vehicles are permitted per campsite.  Visiting hours end at 10:00 PM Sunday thru Thursday, and at 11:00 PM on Friday, Saturday, holidays and evenings before holidays.  Visitors must leave when the camping party checks out.  Campsite renters are responsible for the actions of their visitors (including children).

11.     If you have a visitor, you will have to go to the gate to let them in.  We will not give them a card or code to get in.  Do not let anyone that you do not know follow you into the campground gate.  The gate is under video surveillance.

12.     Anyone caught trying to raise the gate, go under the gate, follow a vehicle through the gate, run through the gate, etc. will be will be banned from the campground.  If the gate is damaged due to any of these activities, the offender will be charged with destruction of county property.  If your visitor commits any of these violations, you will be evicted.

13.     Washing of vehicles or campers in your campsite is allowed upon payment of a $5 fee.  Washing is to be done so as not to create water runoff or mess on any campsite.

14.     Campers are to keep all their items within their campsite.  Be mindful of other campers’ needs for privacy and respect their rented campsites.  Do not infringe on other campsites with vehicles, boats, hammocks, wood piles, etc.  Maximum vehicles allowed include camper, two vehicles, 1 golf cart, and 1 boat.

15.     No ATVs, UTVs, 4-wheelers, motorized trail bikes or go-carts allowed in Jackson County Park. 

16.     Golf carts are allowed in the campground, but they must abide by same laws/rules as vehicles.  Golf cart rules:

·         You must be 16 years of age to drive a golf cart in the park. 

·         If a renter allows their visitor to drive a golf cart in the park, renter is responsible for making sure visitor follows all rules.

·         Carts must stay on campground roads, stay off walking trails and grassy areas, and abide by the 5 MPH campground speed limit. 

·         NO golf carts allowed outside the campgrounds after dark.

·         Any golf cart in campground after dark must have headlights & red taillights.

·         If a golf cart is driven on County Park Road, it must be in compliance with any applicable law for operation of a golf cart on a city street.

·         If a campground renter commits two golf cart rule violations, the renter will no longer be allowed to have a golf cart in the park.

17.     Campfires are allowed except for dry seasons when the area is placed under a no burn order by the Fire Marshall’s office.  The campground office will post a notice at these times.  Campfires must be contained in a fire pit or fire ring.  Campfires are not to be left unattended.  Completely extinguish campfires before leaving them unattended.  Wood piles can only be 2’ high x 4’ wide and neatly stacked.

18.     Nothing is allowed on the grass except a fire pit & a wood pile.  You can have items on the grass while you are here and using them, but everything MUST be off the grass when they are not in use and when you are not present. 

19.     Campground renters cannot make any modifications to water/sewer hookups or electrical connections in any campsite.

20.     Fish cleaning is not permitted in bathhouse sinks or any part of these facilities.  NO EXCEPTIONS! Clean up after yourself and your family so that everyone can enjoy clean and sanitary facilities.  If you are caught vandalizing the bathhouse or stealing paper towels or toilet paper, you will be evicted immediately from the campground.

21.     Quiet hours are observed Sunday-Thursday from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM and Fridays, Saturdays, holidays and evenings before holidays from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM.  Yelling, loud music, or excessive noise is not allowed at any time in consideration for other campers.

22.     There are boat docks and a boat ramp inside the campground. Boat ramp and dock rules:

·         Boat launching must be done at the boat ramp in the campground or at the public ramp in the park.

·         The dock at the boat ramp is a courtesy dock only for use when loading and unloading.  NO boats should be left at this dock unattended. 

·         All other docks in the campground are to be shared among the campers.  They are used on a first come, first serve basis by renters while they are staying in the campground.

·         Campground boat ramp and docks are only for campers in the park, and cannot be used by non-campers.

23.     All pets must be confined or be on a leash when outside.  No pet may be left outside unattended whether chained, leashed or otherwise restrained.  Clean up after your pet.  All pets must be up to date on all legally required shots such as rabies, etc.  Pets of any type that are a potential risk to the safety of our campers are not permitted in the campground at any time.  Pets that become a threat to other campers will be directed to be removed.

24.     Anyone parking vehicles or boats in vacant campsites will be expected to pay for the campsite.  No questions asked.  Do not park in the rental cabin parking area.  Your vehicle will be towed at owner’s expense if left there.  No questions asked.

25.     We provide picnic tables for transient lots only.  DO NOT remove the tables from these sites. 

26.     Dumpsters around the campground & park are provided for household type trash disposal.  No trash or trash bags are to be left in campsites. 

27.     Jackson County Park campground is operated in a family friendly manner and all campers should conduct themselves accordingly.  Disorderly conduct, threatening behavior, belligerence, drugs, alcohol, etc. may result in immediate expulsion from the campground.  Any camper that becomes unruly or is visibly intoxicated will be asked to leave the campground.  If a disturbance is caused and police have to be called, you will be required to vacate your campsite with no refund and will not be able to return to the campground.  Reminder: Campground renters are responsible for the actions and behavior of their visitors.

28.     No bicycles are allowed to be ridden in park after dark.  Do not ride bicycles across other campsites.  Small children riding bicycles must be supervised by an adult.  Children 15 years & under are required to wear a helmet while riding bikes, skateboards, scooters, etc.

29.     Firearms are permitted during hunting seasons only.  They have to be unloaded and securely stored when not in use.

30.     It is at the manager’s discretion to take any necessary actions to prevent damages during inclement weather, including turning off the water.

 

 

31.     CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT

 

32.     Check-in begins at 2:00 p.m.  Your cabin may not be ready at 2:00 p.m. but the latest time will be 4:00 p.m.  Our office closes at 5 p.m. so please let us know what time you plan to arrive.    

33.     Check-out is 10:00 a.m.  It is $20 per hour to check in early or to check out later.  Check-out duties:  Please take out the trash, run the dishwasher and put the dishes away.  You will be charged $25.00 each if these are not done.  Make sure cabin is secure before departing and call the office to inform them of your departure.  Place keys in drop box at office before leaving or you will be charged $100.00 per key for key & lock replacement.

 

34.     HOUSEKEEPING

 

35.     Each cabin is cleaned after every guest.  Please call the office upon check-in if housekeeping is not to your satisfaction.  Your cabin should be supplied with sufficient linens for your stay.  DO NOT USE LINEN FOR CLEANING OF MUD, MAKEUP, ETC. THAT WILL STAIN THEM.  IF LINENS ARE STAINED, YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR IT.  SHEETS ARE $10.00 EACH, PILLOWCASES ARE $5.00 EACH, BLANKETS ARE $10.00, BATH TOWELS ARE $5.00 EACH, HAND TOWELS ARE $3.00 EACH AND WASH CLOTHS ARE $2.00 EACH.  PAPER TOWELS ARE FURNISHED SO PLEASE USE THEM FOR ANY KIND OF CLEAN UP.  YOUR SIGNATURE ON THIS POLICY AUTHORIZES THE AGENT TO CHARGE ANY STAINED LINENS BACK TO THE CARD ON FILE.  Also, if cabin is left in an unreasonable mess, you will be charged an extra $25.00. 

 

36.     SECURITY DEPOSIT

 

37.     We do not charge a security deposit but your credit card is kept on file until cabins are inspected after your departure.  The responsible party will be liable for all intentional or reckless damages such as damage to furniture & electronics (i.e. damaged television, broken bed frame, broken sleeper sofa, etc.) and damages to the cabin.  DO NOT prop the doors open by leaving the deadbolt open.  This will damage the wood around the doors.  If damage to the doorframe is found after you leave, you will be charged back the expense to repair them.  The responsible party also authorizes the agent to charge any expenses relating to intentional or reckless damage, cleaning of the cabin beyond a normal cabin clean or theft of any property from the cabin to the credit card on file for that cabin.  All charges will be for a comparable replacement of any damages.  If the cabin is in good condition at the inspection after your check-out, your credit card information will be destroyed.

 

38.     PETS

 

39.     We have one pet friendly cabin.  You must inform us if you wish to bring your pet at the time the reservation is made.  There will be a $50.00 extra charge for pets.  IF YOU ARE FOUND WITH A PET IN ANY CABIN OTHER THAN THE PET FRIENDLY CABIN, YOU WILL HAVE TO LEAVE AND YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR RENTAL FEES.  Please do not leave your pet unattended inside or outside of the cabin.  Please do not let your pet lay on the blankets or linens supplied in the cabin.  If you do, you will be charged for any item that do not come clean.  Any damage done due to the pet will be charged to your card.  When you walk your pet, make sure you clean up after it.

 

40.     SMOKING

 

41.     All cabins are smoke-free.  Ashtrays will be furnished outside of each cabin.  Please do not throw cigarette butts on the ground.

 

42.     MISCELLANEOUS

 

43.     DO NOT PARK OR DRIVE ON THE GRASS AROUND THE CABINS. 

 

44.     We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.  Please check your unit thoroughly prior to your departure for any personal belongings.