Terms & Conditions

RV Policies

Check In / Check Out

Check in is at 3 PM and entitles you to your site until 2PM the day after check in. Early check-in may be possible if the campsite you have rented has been vacated. Please call the office or park host to verify if you are trying to check in early.

Late check-ins are allowed at any time, please just contact the park host for instructions.

If you are staying in our park for a month or longer, we require an agreement to be signed.  Please contact Park for more details.

 

Site Changes and Regulations

If you need to cancel your reservation, a refund will be issued as Camp Credit if the cancellation was made 8 days prior to your reservation date. If cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to your reservation no Camp Credit will be issued. A $10 dollar cancellation fee will be charged and no Camp Credit or refund given. Camp Credit is defined as credit to be used for a future stay within the same camping season for any location within Banner Lake Reservoir. Camping Season (April 15th-October31st)

You have been assigned a specific site, if you wish to move, please check with the office or park host. Due to reservations and maintenance, moving may not be possible. Please inquire before moving sites.

No person shall occupy a camping site for more than fourteen consecutive days, except in Buffalo Run . After Fourteen days you must switch spots or leave the premises for 24 hours. If you are in one of our eight double 50 amp spots you must move out of the site after 14 days.

Banner Creek Reservoir Long-Term Camping Rule Late Payment and Termination of Camping Privileges (Buffalo Run)

All long-term campers are required to pay camping fees on or before the established due date.

  1. Camping fees not paid by the due date shall be considered delinquent.

  2. A grace period of two (2) calendar days shall be allowed for payment.

  3. If full payment is not received by the end of the two-day grace period, the camper's camping permit shall be subject to immediate termination.

  4. Upon termination of the camping permit, the camper shall receive written notice requiring that the campsite be vacated within the time specified in the notice.

  5. Failure to vacate after termination of the camping permit may result in removal from the campground in accordance with applicable Jackson County policies and Kansas law.

  6. Repeated late payments may also result in denial of future long-term camping privileges at Banner Creek Reservoir.

By accepting a long-term campsite, the camper acknowledges and agrees to comply with this payment policy as a condition of continued occupancy.

 

Damage 

  1. PLEASE let us know if you had an accident and caused damage within our park. We understand accidents happen, staff at Banner Creek will be a lot more understanding if you tell us about the damage before you leave our park. 

  2. Guests are responsible for all damage or destruction of property, and any injury to persons, caused by the guest or his or her family, visitor or pets. We reserve the right to charge guests (with the form of payment previously provided) accordingly for any damage they cause to the grounds and/or campground/resort facilities, including but not limited to broken waterlines/hydrants, electrical pedestals, cable lines, landscaping, aluminum cans in fire pits, and excessive debris (bottle caps, zip ties, cigarette butts, etc.).  By entering into this agreement, you are agreeing to the charging of your form of payment for any damage caused by you our your guests.  

Water

  • Gray or white water will at no time be dumped anywhere in the Reservoir Area, except at the sewer dump station. If you are found dumping your gray or white-water tanks anywhere except the dump station, you will be asked to leave without refund.

  • Portable swimming pools MUST stay on gravel pads and if they are over 20 gallons yosu will be charged an additional $10. No sprinklers or slip in slides that use constant water.

  • No washing of campers on site.

 

Fish Disposal

  • Remains of fish must be disposed of at the fish cleaning station. It is unlawful for any person within the park to put any fish remains into the lake. If the fish cleaning station is shut down please use the provided buckets for fish remains. DO NOT PUT CATFISH remains down our grinder, it will not work, and it will stall the grinder pump.

Open Fires

  • Open fires are not allowed in our park. Fires must be in designated fire rings. No trash is to be burned in any fire rings. If trash is found to be burned in your fire ring you may be fined.

 Camp Sites

  • Keep your camp site clean and free of obstacles or debris. We have staff that mow weekly, and they are not responsible for moving your stuff to be able to mow.

Appearance Guidelines

Overall, the RV should look and function as it was originally designed. While we can’t provide a list including every possible scenario, following are a few examples that should be helpful:

  • Doors, shrouds, panels, windows and coverings, etc. should be intact and not unsightly.

  • Exterior should be not unsightly, and should be free of obvious, poorly-repaired damages.

  • Tarps cannot be used for weatherproofing and awnings should be in good condition.

  • Air conditioning units should not be added through the walls or windows unless previously approved.

  • All hoses, wires, etc. should route through ports as originally designed.

  • Exterior should be free of duct tape, repair tape, excessive caulk, etc.

Isolated minor issues are generally acceptable, provided multiple issues aren’t combined to substantially deteriorate the appearance of an RV:

  • Minor body damage which has been properly repaired but is still visible.

  • Fading of decals and/or paint.

  • Minor window cracking, although replacements should be scheduled.

  • Damage from traveling that has just happened, especially if you have a repair plan.

Site Standards

  • We all need to be good neighbors to our fellow campers! No one likes to camp next to a messy site, and a messy campsite can be an open invitation to unwanted wildlife. Following are some guidelines to help everyone be a good neighbor in the campground:

Parking

  • Please do not park your vehicle, trailer, or boat in an adjacent site. Use of more than one site will result in additional charges.

Site and Park Navigation

  • Please be respectful of your neighbor and do not walk between sites when navigating the park. Please use main roads, sidewalks, and designated public paths to walk around the campground.

 

Washing

  • Washing RVs or vehicles is only permitted with 1 bucket of water and a sponge. Hose washing is not permitted, as it can result in a mess and disturb your neighbors.

 Rugs

  • Rugs must be on gravel pads; it kills the grass when they are not on the gravel. Yes, even the rugs that have holes in them kill the grass.

 Pet Policies

Leash

  • We ask that you always keep your pets on a leash or in a kennel. This helps you; your pet, and other guests and other guests’ pets stay safe. You will receive ONE warning if your pet isn't on a leash or in a kennel. If you are asked again your dog WILL BE FORCED TO LEAVE! There will be no more than TWO TOTAL DOGS on any campsite.

  • Pets are not allowed in the buildings,beach area,or playground.

Cleaning Up After Your Pet

  • Be a good neighbor and please clean up after your pet always. Do not let your pet deposit waste on your site or any of our other guests’ sites please.

Leaving Pets Unattended

  • Pets may not be left unattended in our park. Please do not tie your pet to a tree and leave. Leaving your pets unattended is dangerous for your pet as many factors including weather, power outages, etc. can affect your pet’s well-being while you are away. If you leave your pet in your camper you MUST be here every day to check on animals well being. 

Pet Vaccinations

  • Due to Insurance Requirements, all pets must be vaccinated in our park. Please make sure your pet’s shots are up to date.

Barking

  • Excessive barking is not tolerated and disturbs your neighbors. Please note that excessive barking may result in you, or your pet, being asked to leave.

 Vehicle Policies

Speed Limit

  • The campground speed limit is 10 mph. This policy is to keep you, your children, and your pets safe.  Safety is our number one priority for our guests. You will be given one warning, if you are caught violating the speed limit again you will be asked to leave.

Parking

  • Each paid guest registration covers 1 RV per site and 1 vehicle per site unless noted. Please do not park on our grass. Trailers, Boats, and additional vehicles will cost additional fees for camping. A nightly registration covers 1 RV and 1 vehicle only.

  • No parking in common areas. Do not park in the middle of the road. Do not park or block sites that you did not register for Parking on the grass is not permitted at RV Sites or in tent areas.

Golf Carts and Utility Terrain Vehicles

  • OHV’s are only permitted within the park when a yearly UTV pass has been purchased and proof of insurance has been provided at the office.

General Park Policies

Severe Weather

  • In case of severe weather, seek shelter in the bathroom if you are on the South Side. The North side campers are encouraged to head to Holton Police Station if inclement weather persists. We love pets, so please bring them with you and please do not leave them in your RV during severe weather warnings.

Visitors

All visitors must stop to pay a fee and receive a parking pass. Banner Creek Reservoir reserves the right to limit the number of people visiting a site. Campers are responsible for ensuring their visitors are properly registered and that all campground rules are followed. If your guest violates a rule while in our park you may be subject leave as well as them. Vehicle Pass’s must be always visible.
 

Disorderly Conduct

  • Disorderly conduct in the way of drunkenness, use of unlawful drugs and narcotics, vile language, fighting, or personal exposure by removing clothing in automobiles, woods, facilities or any other place where persons are not properly sheltered or screened from view, is unlawful. Profanity or violence towards other guest or Reservoir staff will not be tolerated and will result in immediate eviction from the park with no refund.

Electrical Use

  • You are responsible for understanding how many amps you are using in your RV. Amp usage over the 30 or 50 AMPs provided can trip your breaker. Please be mindful of your amp usage, so that you don’t trip your breaker during your stay.

  • Please notify the office or you camp host so that we can notify maintenance if you have any electrical issues during your stay. Guests are not permitted to diagnose our electrical pedestals per insurance and safety requirements. Maintenance is happy to help. Even if you are an electrician, laws prohibit you from working on our pedestals unless hired to do so.

Restrooms

  • For the comfort of all our guests, restrooms are open 24/7 with the exception of a temporary closing for cleaning once per day. We ask for your help in keeping the restrooms clean, please. Guests under the age of 12 need adult supervision in the bathrooms.

Beach & Playground

  • No lifeguard is on duty. Pool and Playground opens at 7 am and closes at dusk. Anyone under 14 must be always supervised in these areas and all areas of the campground. Loud music, glass, and rough play are not permitted at our beach or playground. Failure to follow these rules may result in you being asked to leave without a refund. Please do not let your children climb or damage our trees. If any person damages a tree, you WILL BE charged to replace it.

 

 Quiet Time Policies

  • The quiet time is 11 PM to 7 AM. Anyone playing loud music will be warned only once and then asked to leave without a refund.

Trash Disposal and Recycling

  • A blue dumpster trailer is available on the North and South sides of the park to throw your own trash away. Cedar Point has two different dumpsters as well. Please do not dispose of any motor oil, cooking oil, wires, furniture, mattresses, or any toxic or hazardous waste items. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in charges for disposal fees.

Children

  • Children under 14 must be always supervised by an adult. Horseplay, running, jumping or swimming off our boat docks is not allowed. Riding bicycles without a parent and on our main entrance road is prohibited for the safety of your children and our incoming RV guests. The playground and beach close at 10pm and open at 7am.

 

Fireworks and Firearms

  • The use of Firearms is strictly prohibited in our park. We don't allow personal fireworks within the park. We have a fireworks show. 

 Alcoholic Beverages

  • As required by state law, you must be twenty-one (21) years of age to drink alcohol on lake grounds. Please keep in mind that this is a family campground. Drunken behavior will not be tolerated. No drinking permitted while operating water recreational equipment and no operating such equipment while under the influence of alcohol. Drinking and driving will not be allowed in any vehicle and no consumption of alcohol shall occur in vehicles on lake grounds. Serving alcohol to minors will result in removal from the park and authorities will be contaced

Special Events

  1.  Any group event of twenty-Five (25) or more people which includes alcohol is required to opetain a permit from the lake office at least seven (7) days prior to the event. 

  2. Liquor and beer are prohibited on swimming beaches or in waters designated by buoys or other markers as swimming areas. For other beverages, only shatter proof containers are permitted. 

  3. A person who possesses or consumes alcoholic beverages within Banner Creek Reservoir must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the sale, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages. A failure to comply with these or any other rules may result in removal fromo the park with no refund of fees previously paid.

 

Safety and Emergencies

  • If you observe any activity you believe to be of concern, please call our camp host Mary for the North side (785)-851-0408 and Dave (785)-851-1153 for the South Side.

  • Our local Sheriff departments number is (785)-364-2251 for non-emergent concerns.