Terms & Conditions
Chamberlain Lake Campground - Rules and Regulations and Liability Waiver
Please read carefully. If you have any questions, we will be happy to discuss them with you. All guests/visitors assume all risks and danger incidental to the activity of camping in a rustic outdoor environment including specifically (but not limited to): the danger of being injured or killed by insects or other animals, of being injured while participating in recreational activities, such as swimming or outdoor sports at the campground and/or being injured as a result of inclement weather conditions, and agrees that the campground and its owners, agents and employees are not liable for injuries or property damage resulting from such risks and dangers.
Adherence to the rules is your responsibility and misuse of the campground or disobeying the rules may result in expulsion from the campground with no refunds.
Cancelation Policy:
There are no refunds or credits for early departures, late arrivals or no shows.
Camping is an outdoor experience; therefore, we do not give refunds or credits for weather or natural conditions.
Cancellations 0-9 days before reservation will not be refunded.
Cancellations 9-29 days before reservation will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations 30 days or more before reservation will receive a full refund less a $25 cancellation fee and applicable service fee.
Check-In / Check-Out: Check in is 1:00 pm on the day of your arrival. If you desire an early check in, please call the office prior to arrival. Early check ins incur a $10 fee. Check ins more than 3 hours after store closing subject to $10 late check in fee. Please call the office prior to closing if you will be checking in late. For office hours, please visit chamberlainlakecampground.com. Check out is 11:00 am on the day of your departure. If available, late check outs incur a $15 fee. Please call the office to inquiry about a late check out.
Reservation Payments: Reservations must be paid for in full at time of booking.
Extra Persons: Reservations are for 2 adults and children under the age of 18. Extra adults are $10 per night and immediate family children under the age of 18 are free. Extra person fees must be paid at time of booking.
Firewood: Chamberlain Lake Campground does not allow outside wood of any kind to be brought into our park. We will confiscate it. This is to protect the trees within our park from the wood/tree insects that have become prevalent throughout the CT area in recent years. We do sell bundled wood at a discount at the store and have cord wood available for those staying for a longer duration.
Fires: Campfires can never be left unattended. All campfires must be extinguished at midnight. Only firewood is to be burned in pits and fires must be maintained at a reasonable height.
Quiet Hours: 11pm to 8am. All youth under the age of 21 must be back at their sites by 10:30 (curfew) unless accompanied by an adult. Please have consideration for your camping neighbors.
Bathrooms: Please be respectful of other campers and the property when using the bath houses. No dish washing may be done in sinks. Clean up after yourself and report any shortage of materials or issues you might observe to staff.
Laundry Facilities: The laundry room is located near the bathhouse of the campground. The machines are coin operated, and you can obtain change at the store. Do not leave clothing in machines for extended periods of time when they are not running. Chamberlain Lake Campground is not responsible for any damage of theft of property that is left unattended.
Bikes: Bikes are to be ridden responsibly, according to the same rules followed by motorized vehicles. Bikes may not be ridden on grassy common areas. Bike helmets are strongly recommended and required by state law for anyone under the age of 16. Bikes must be returned to site and may not be ridden after dusk. Respect pedestrians and bike at your own risk.
Swimming: Swimming hours are 9am to dusk, no swimming is permitted after hours. A lifeguard or other responsible person does not supervise the swimming area at Chamberlain Lake Campground. In place of an on-site supervisor, this campground has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests. Your participation in any water activity is done at your own risk. Rescue equipment is at the beach side. If you notice any problem with the water quality or absence of water rescue equipment, please notify us at once. NEVER SWIM ALONE. A minimum of 1 adult, 18 years or older, must be present whenever the swimming pond is in use. THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR ADEQUATE SUPERVISION. A parent or guardian must accompany children under 16 years of age. I understand that there is no lifeguard on duty at this campground. Do not drink alcoholic beverages and swim or participate in water sports. Guests must swim in designated areas. Diving or jumping into the water is strictly prohibited.
Fishing: Catch & release fishing only. Bait and fishing pole rentals available at campground store.
Scooters/Electric vehicles: Scooters, electric vehicles, including children’s toy electric-operated vehicles are not permitted at any time. This includes adult and children scooters, mopeds, and other motorized bikes, as well. Chamberlain Lake Campground has the right to request any activity deemed unsafe or disruptive to be stopped and/ or put away without further notice. No charging of electric vehicles at site.
Pets: Pets must be current with inoculation shots and remain on leash at all times. We reserve the right to ask for proof of vaccination. When tied to your camper, dogs must be secured by a strong leash that does not extend off the site in any directions, not tied to a tree. Please practice common courtesy and pick up after your pet and properly dispose of after. Pets are not allowed on the swimming beach. We reserve the right to ask you to remove your pet from the park. No visitor pets. No pets in the office, bathrooms or buildings. Owners must fill out a pet waiver upon booking.
Trash: Please use dumpsters and trash cans located throughout the campground. Do not leave trash out overnight.
Alcohol/Controlled Substance: Chamberlain Lake Campground allows the consumption of alcohol on your campsite only, and never in any buildings, roads, beach area or any common areas of the park. Driving a motorized vehicle, including cars, trucks and golf carts, while under the influence of alcohol or any controlled substance is not allowed at any time within Chamberlain Lake Campground property.
Firearms/Drones/Fireworks: We do not allow firearms or any projectile weapons of any kind. We also do not allow drones or fireworks at the campground.
Vandalism: Please be respectful of Chamberlain Lake Campground property. Acts of vandalism of any kind will not be tolerated and could result in expulsion from the campground.
Visitors: Visitors will be charged $5.00 per person per day, regardless of arrival or departure time. Overnight visitors will be charged $10.00 per person per night. Visitors will not be allowed to bring their vehicles to your site for any reason- it must remain at the front in the visitor’s lot. Visitors may not bring pets. Visitors must adhere to all campground rules and regulations. These rates are for all visitors, regardless of whether you are visiting seasonal or weekend campers – and all other rules still apply. Visitors are required to leave by 10 pm.
Site Maximum: There is a maximum 4 adults and their unmarried children allowed on each site. There is a maximum limit of one tent per site.
Political Signage: Chamberlain Lake Campground does not permit any political signage of any designation. This includes flags, yard signs, and banners. Visitors will be asked to take said signage down if seen posted within the campground.
Animal Waiver :
I hereby agree to the following regulations and conditions relating to my dog while camping at Chamberlain Lake Campground with my dog:
Excluded Areas- I agree to keep my dog out of the following areas including, but not limited to: the beach, camp store, the recreation hall, and playground.
Excluded Dogs- I agree that the Campground has the sole discretion to exclude dogs. The basis for exclusion may include, but is not limited to the following:
1. Breed-specific exclusions;
2. Due to their young age are exempted from state or local law vaccination requirements;
3. Are sick;
4. Are in heat;
5. Are aggressive, vicious, dangerous or potentially dangerous;
6. Require muzzling; or
7. Are easily frightened or sensitive, resulting in disruptive behavior (such as fighting or biting) in response to a stimulus.
Supervision. I agree to keep my dog on a non-retractable maximum 6-ft leash or in a carrier while in all public areas of the Campground. I further agree to have my dog with me or a designated individual at all times and understand that I may not leave the dog unattended in a tent or at the campsite. While tied at the site, I agree my dog will be 5-ft short of the perimeter of the site and understand they should not be within reach of other sites, the roads, or walkways. I agree to prevent noise or any other disturbance by my dog, in the interest of other guests at the Campground.
Disturbances. I agree that, should my dog create any disturbances, which cause complaints to be made to the management by other guests or employees of the Campground, at the request of a Campground employee, I will immediately make arrangements to house my dog elsewhere outside the Campground. Additionally, I understand and agree that if I do not find alternative housing for my pet after being asked to do so, I will be asked to leave the Campground and will not be issued a refund.
Assumption of Risk and Release. I understand that my permission to have my dog at the Campground with me is a privilege and not a contractual right. Such permission is expressly conditional upon my adherence to the terms of these rules and other rules in effect at any given time. I understand that the Campground may revoke such permission at any time for any reason. Additionally, I hereby assume all responsibility of risks, injury, damage, other harm that may occur while my dog is at the Campground or caused by my dog. Further, I hereby knowingly and voluntarily expressly release and discharge the Campground, its owner, its agents, its parent companies, members, managers, directors, officers and employees (“Released Parties”) from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, injuries, demands, or causes of action, both present and future, whether known, unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, that me or my guests or invitees may have against any of the Released Parties arising out of or incident to my pet's presence in the Campground, whether arising from any act or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, of me, my dog and/or any guest or invitee. I further agree to indemnify each of the Released Parties for any and all such claims, damages, liabilities, injuries, demands, or causes of action, including costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees arising as a result of or related to the presence of the dog at the Campground. This provision shall be enforceable to the fullest extent of the law.
Acknowledgment. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing Assumption of Risk & Release and fully understand its provisions and implications. My execution of this Release is entirely voluntary and intended to be binding on my heirs, executors, legal representatives, and assigns. I have read this Animal Waiver and understand it is my responsibility to abide by the Rules. I further understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that my guests and invitees also comply with the Rules. Failure to adhere to the policies and rules set forth herein may result in my removal from the Campground without a refund.
I represent and warrant that my pet is up to date on all vaccinations (including rabies and distemper) and flea treatments.
In conjunction with your use of Chamberlain Lake Campground facility, the undersigned acknowledges that this is an open, outdoor park that provides staffing for administrative and guest services based on occupancy. Chamberlain Lake Campground does not provide emergency service personnel. In the event of an emergency, you must call 911 and report your call. Also call the office when open or the after-hours emergency phone listed on the front door of the office.
I have received, read and understand the safety rules of this resort, as well as the General Information and Rules & Regulations, which are incorporated into this agreement. I will abide by the rules and assume full responsibility for all registered guests, visitors, and I, at my site regarding our participation in swimming, outdoor activities, and rental equipment, and activities during my stay.
Watercraft Rental Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement:
By renting, borrowing, or otherwise utilizing any watercraft (including but not limited to row boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards) and associated equipment provided by Chamberlain Lake Campground and RCP Holdings, LLC, the Renter agrees to the following terms and conditions:
1. Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk
The Renter acknowledges that the use of watercraft involves known and unanticipated risks that could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death, or damage to themselves, to property, or to third parties. These risks include, but are not limited to: drowning, cold water shock, capsizing, changing weather and water conditions, submerged obstacles, and the actions of other boaters. The Renter understands that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity, and the Renter expressly agrees and promises to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity.
2. Waiver and Release of Liability
The Renter voluntarily releases, forever discharges, and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Chamberlain Lake Campground, RCP Holdings, LLC, its owners, members, managers, employees, and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action, which are in any way connected with the Renter's participation in this activity or use of the watercraft and equipment, including any such claims which allege negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties.
3. Indemnification
Should the Released Parties, or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, the Renter agrees to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. The Renter agrees to be fully responsible for any medical costs associated with any injury they or their party may sustain while using the watercraft.
4. Safety Rules and Equipment Usage
The Renter agrees to strictly abide by all campground, local and state water safety rules, including:
* Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs): A properly sized, Coast Guard-approved life jacket must be on board for every passenger. Children under the age of 18 must wear their life jacket at all times while in the watercraft.
* Operating Limits: Watercraft use is strictly limited to daylight hours (sunrise to sunset).
* Sobriety: The Renter agrees not to operate any watercraft under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any impairing medication.
* Capacity: The Renter agrees not to exceed the weight or passenger capacity limits of the watercraft.
5. Representation of Fitness and Skill
The Renter certifies that they have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage they may cause or suffer while participating, or else they agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage themselves. The Renter further certifies that they have no medical or physical conditions which could interfere with their safety in this activity, that they know how to swim, and that they possess the basic skills required to safely operate a row boat or canoe.
6. Equipment Condition and Return
The Renter accepts the watercraft and equipment (paddles, oars, life jackets) in "as-is" condition. It is the Renter's responsibility to inspect the equipment prior to departure. The Renter agrees to return the watercraft and all equipment to the designated launch area in the same condition it was received. The Renter assumes total financial responsibility for any loss, theft, or damage to the watercraft or equipment beyond normal wear and tear, and agrees that the credit card on file may be charged for repair or replacement costs.
By accepting these terms electronically or signing below, the Renter acknowledges that they have read this agreement in its entirety, understand its terms, and are voluntarily surrendering certain legal rights, including the right to sue.
Seasonal & Monthly Rules, Regulations, and Liability Waiver
Please read carefully. If you have any questions, we will be happy to discuss them with you. All guests/visitors assume all risks and danger incidental to the activity of camping in a rustic outdoor environment including specifically (but not limited to), the danger of being injured or killed by insects or other animals, of being injured while participating in recreational activities, such as swimming or outdoor sports at the campground and/or being injured as a result of inclement weather conditions, and agrees that the Chamberlain Lake Campground and its owners, agents, and employees are not liable for injuries or property damage resulting from such risks and dangers.
Adherence to the rules is your responsibility and misuse of the campground or disobeying the rules may result in ejection from the campground with no refunds.
Table of contents
1. Seasonal qualifications, Seasonal fees and payment schedule
2. Metered electric, Late fees, Water, Pump out services
3. Visitors, Cancellation policy, Cleanliness of site
4. Site improvements, Site guidelines
5. Damages, Vehicles
6. Gate cards, Trash, Laundry, Site noise
7. Camper servicing, Golf carts, Pets
8. Winter storage / access, Replacement/ sale of Unit
9. Firewood, Fires, Quiet hours, Bathrooms, Bikes, Swimming
10. Fishing, Electric vehicles, Alcohol/controlled substances
11. Firearms/Drones/Fireworks, Theft/vandalism, Soliciting
12. Emergencies, Termination
Seasonal Qualifications:
All rates are based on one family. A family consists of two adult domestic partners and two unmarried dependents under the age of 18 and living at home.
Dependents 18 and older as well as other adults and children not included in the above statements may be added on as seasonal visitors for $250 per person
You must be here for seasonal visitors to visit. If they come in while you are not here, they must pay the regular camping fee.
New Seasonal Campers: Your trailer or RV must be 15 years old or newer at the time you move on to your site.
Existing equipment over the age of 15 will be allowed on an approved basis.
Seasonal campsites must maintain only one camping unit.
Any current seasonal selling their camper must inform the office. If the potential buyer would like to keep the unit on an existing site, they must get prior approval from the office.
New potential guests will be subject to completion of our Information sheet along with the acceptance of our rules, subject to a reference and background check prior to approval.
Sub-leasing: Please be aware that subleasing is against all policies. No one is allowed to use your camper without you present.
Abandonment: Your site will be considered abandoned, and therefore available, if you remove your unit from the site without notifying the office, in writing. No refunds will be issued if you vacate early.
Seasonal Fees and Payment Schedule:
Seasonal fees are broken down into four equal payments of the total site fee
A deposit of one payment is due on October 1st
Winter storage is included with this deposit
A second payment due on December1st
A third payment is due on February 1st
A fourth and final payment is due on April 1st
No entrance or camping will be allowed until full payment is made.
There is no refund of deposits for seasonal sites or storage fees.
It is the responsibility of each seasonal to maintain a current account balance.
Mangement requires an active payment method ( Credit Card, Debit Card or Bank Account) information on file.
All bills (site fees, labor, electric, etc.) are kept electronically and will not be mailed. Montly electric bills will be invoiced and billed electronically using the paymethod on file.
Please stop in at least monthly to maintain a current account balance
At the end of the season, it is your responsibility that all bills have been paid.
Metered Electric:
All sites will have electric metered by usage and billed monthly.
Usage rate is calculated using Eversource’s current cost per kWh, distribution charges and additional government fees .
Bills will be invoiced the first week of each month for previous month’s usage. These are due in full upon receipt. Electric bills will be charged automatically with the payment method on file. It is your responsibility to keep the paymethod current. Any failed payment process will incur applicable service fee and late charges.
Final electric bill of the season is for the month of October. And will be sent electronically by the first week of November.
Anyone tampering with any electrical usage reading apparatus will be requested to leave the park immediately with no refunds of any kind. Locks are not allowed. If you have any concerns regarding your meters, please see the office. During statewide power deficiencies, campers are obligated to conserve power.
Monthly guests: will have electric included in site fees to the amount of 200 kWh. Anything over will be charged to site at appropriate rate.
Late fees:
Late Fees: Any payment received by Chamberlain Lake Campground after 9-day grace period will incur a $5 late fee per day, capping at $50 per month.
This is inclusive of seasonal site deadlines and monthly electric bills.
Ongoing charges after initial month will result in a monthly fee of $50.
After 2 months + grace period of nonpayment, Chamberlain Lake Campground has the right to terminate your reservation.
Water:
Available April 15 to October 15, weather and temperature permitting.
Bathrooms are open April 15 through October 15, weather and temperature permitting.
Water must be turned off when you leave or there will be a $100 fine.
All campers must disconnect from water when leaving for extended periods or at the end of the season (Oct 15).
Pump out services:
14 Pump Outs are included in your site fee from April 15 through October 15
Pump out services take place on Mondays (Weather permitting).
There is a $50 fee for pump outs on unscheduled days.
All units must use an adequate amount of management approved decomposing chemicals or they will not be serviced.
Clogged and/ or plugged tanks are the responsibility of the individual camper.
Sign up in the office or by calling/emailing. Included pump outs may not be transferred or switched to new dates.
Flush outs must be communicated with the office prior to pump out days and will be considered and extra pump out at $25.
Visitors:
Reservations are for 2 adults and immediate family children under the age of 18.
A member of the registered camping family must be present to accept visitors.
All visitors must stop in and register at the office for visitor passes. All visitor vehicles are to remain in the visitor parking lot, located near the office.
If visitors bring pets they must sign pet waiver at office.
A seasonal visitor pass is available for $250 per person per season.
Please inform your guests of our visitor fees before their visit. This will avoid unnecessary embarrassment to them.
You are responsible for your guests. Please be sure that they are aware of the park rules.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation of a seasonal site 30 days prior to arrival will be refunded the amount paid, excluding the initial deposit which is non-refundable and a $25 credit card processing fee if applicable. Fees revert to regular transient camping fees when determining cancellation refunds after May 1 check-in.
Cleanliness of site and surrounding:
Please keep your site neat and clean. Always be considerate of your neighbors. Nothing should be stored behind your site, under your unit, or behind it. Clear your site of any broken, faded, or dead objects.
Landscaping, leaf cleanup, and tree debris removal is your responsibility, unless authorized and scheduled with the office in accordance with clean up fees.
Propane tanks must remain in good condition and be painted and labeled. And have proper CT certifications.
No plastic covers or tarps of any kind, except commercial gas grill covers.
Appliances are not to be placed outside of the unit.
Tablecloths need to be removed from tables when leaving the park at the end of the weekend.
No additional living structure are permitted. This includes screened in decks and shed meant for anything other than storage.
No clotheslines except the specially designed RV clotheslines that attach to the back of your camper will be permitted.
Do not nail/screw items into our trees as it will cause damage to the trees as well as to our equipment if the tree needs to be taken down.
Stone walls, trees, and wildlife are to remain undisturbed
Management reserves the right to ask for the removal of any items deemed unsightly.
No political signage is allowed on sites or golf carts at any time. Additionally, any signage deemed disruptive will be asked to be removed immediately.
Site Improvements:
Any site improvement is required to complete a site improvement application. Which will be reviewed and approved or denied by the office.
No sheds, shacks, decks, storage bins, animal houses, etc., are to be built or installed without written approval of management.
Storage sheds (one per site) need to be approved on a yearly basis.
No construction may be conducted at your sites during the weekend unless approved by office.
Midweek work needs to have approval from management prior to work being done.
Gravel may be ordered through the office and will be delivered on a scheduled basis.
Site Guidelines:
RVs:
All RV exteriors must be kept clean and in good repair
We encourage annual power washing
Appliances and building materials may not be stored visibly on site
It is the responsibility of RV owners to keep both RV and site in a neat and orderly condition
Lights:
· There will be no lights strung from trees
· Lights may not extend beyond your immediate site
· Solar and ground Lighting is permitted to light up your path/sites
· Lights must not affect surrounding neighbors
Sheds:
· Only one shed per site
· Maximum size of 100 sq ft
· If building a shed, must provide material list, sketch or picture including size, color, location, for approval prior to start
Tarps:
· No tarps of any kind for any reason
· Tarps, if found, will be removed immediately
Decks:
· Decks must be built within the confines of your camper, (from one end of the camper to the other), and no further and not wrapped around camper in any way.
· A maximum width of 12’ out from camper is permitted
· A deck is permitted under your gazebo, as a platform on the ground, at a maximum size that is equal to the size of the gazebo (see gazebo section for size limits)
· All decks must be approved in advance, including specs & materials list
Gazebo
· 14’ gazebo is the maximum allowable size for a gazebo
· Sites may only have one gazebo
· Gazebo must be properly tied down and tethered securely
· If a platform is to be built under your gazebo, it may not exceed the size of the gazebo. It must be built/placed on the ground (not raised/no stairs)
EZ-Ups / Quick-up Tents
· Only 1 gazebo OR EZ-Up/Quick up tent is permitted.
· Use of EZ-Up / Quick-up tents are allowed as an alternative to a gazebo
· The maximum size of a quick up tent allowed will be 16’ x 12’.
· EZ-Up and Quick-up Tents must be tethered down using anchors or screwed to platform deck below the tent
· Approval is required for “permanent” use of a pop-up tent on your site.
· EZ-ups and quick-up tents are allowed to be used on a temporary basis without approval, for instance - for parties, gatherings, or due to inclement weather. These can be put up for the day and must be put back down and put away after temporary use
Other General Rules:
· Tents may be put up on a temporary use for visitors but cannot remain up long term.
· Bars are not permitted.
· Outdoor sinks are not allowed. (By board of health)
· Fridges will be permitted inside sheds only - not on decks, not under gazebos, not on site uncovered.
· There will be no outside kegerators, kegs, or displays with open bottles of booze of any kind
Damages:
Chamberlain Lake Campground owners and management of this campground are not responsible for any damages due to direct/general damages, incidental damages, and/or consequential damages. It is the camper’s responsibility to maintain adequate insurance to cover these misfortunes including but not limited to wind, hail, fire, theft, freezing, accidents, loss of life, loss of limbs, natural causes or acts of nature, such as falling limbs, extreme storms, or other such situations. You understand that you are camping at your own risk.
Vehicles:
Two vehicles are permitted to be on your site at any time, all of which must be off the road.
Each vehicle must be identified with an appropriate sticker indicating the site they belong to.
Seasonal vehicle stickers will be provided at the start of the season, providing your account is current.
Gate Cards
There is a maximum of 2 gate cards per site
Each gate cards requires a $20 cash deposit or an active credit card on file
All cards must be returned at the end of the camping season.
Cards returned late, damaged, or lost will result in a $20 fee.
Cards will be deactivated at the end of each season, and then reactivated at the beginning of the following season.
Visitors of any kind are prohibited from using your gate card(s). Misuse will result in card deactivation.
If you have forgotten your card, or it will not work: Do not honk your horn at the office staff, pull aside from the gate, walk up to the office or call us from your car
Trash
All garbage and recycled trash must be brought to the dumpster at the front of the grounds.
Do not leave trash out overnight.
All household trash must be separated properly.
No appliances, televisions, tires, batteries, old propane tanks, gas grills, bicycles, or mattresses etc. can be left in the dumpster area. Please take them home.
If found disposing of banned materials Chamberlain Lake Campground has the right to fine said camper in accordance with fees associated with trash collection.
Laundry:
Laundry is not to be line dried. Clotheslines are not permitted. Drying racks must be self-standing or part of your RV.
The laundry room is open 24/7 and located near the bathrooms of the campground. The machines are coin operated, and you can obtain change at the store.
Do not leave clothing in machines for extended periods of time when they are not running. Chamberlain Lake Campground is not responsible for any damage of theft of property that is left unattended.
Site Noise: Music, loud talking, or any other disturbance levels cannot exceed the barrier of your site. Quiet hours are strictly enforced. Three warnings will be issued to campers, after which you will be ejected from campground.
Work Noise Emitting Activities:
Are prohibited weekends from 4/15 through 10/15, without the express approval of management in writing prior to the start of work being done. This includes but is not limited to leaf-blowing, power washing, cutting of wood, splitting of logs, using power equipment and chain saws, construction of sheds, decks, gazebos, and other site improvements, and all other noise-emitting activities.
Camper servicing:
Servicing: Please be aware that servicing (shutting off gas, closing windows, dropping awnings, checking furnaces, refrigerators, a/c, programming televisions, etc.), for any unit is to be handled directly with the service company of your choice.
If Chamberlain Lake Campground is asked to service your unit, you will be charged $50 per unit minimum, under all circumstances.
If you require service from Chamberlain Lake Campground, you are required to call the office. Once payment is established you will be added to the maintenance schedule based on availability.
Chamberlain Lake Campground does not loan tools.
Only certified RV technicians and companies will be allowed on premises
Please inform office staff prior to their arrival
Friends or other non- certified individuals will be charged the day pass rate and be considered a visitor to your site
Pets:
Pets are permitted in the park, under the following premises.
They must not be allowed to disturb fellow campers. Any continuously barking dog will not be tolerated.
Please practice common courtesy and pick up after your pet and properly dispose of after. Pets must be kept on a leash that is no longer than 5 feet.
If a dog is involved in any incidents with other pets or campers, the incident must be reported to the office immediately.
Owners must fill out a pet waiver upon booking. Pets must remain current with inoculation shots. Please be prepared to show a license and rabies certificate.
Pets must not be left on site unattended at any time.
No pets in buildings, bathrooms, or at the beach area.
When tied to your camper, dogs must be secured by a strong leash that does not extend off the site in any directions, not tied to a tree.
Pets are not allowed on the swimming beach.
We reserve the right to ask you to remove your pet from the park.
Aggressive dogs will be given 1 strike and then asked to be removed from the park
You will be issued 3 compliant warnings before you will be asked to remove your dog from the park
Warnings / strikes are per site not per dog.
Winter Storage:
Nothing is to be left on the site or under your units during winter storage time. A grill, a deck, an issued picnic table, a shed, and a golf cart are all that are allowed.
Any windmills, wind chimes, planters, chairs, tables, storage cabinets, carpets, pipes, ladders, etc. – must all be removed from site or placed in your unit during the winter months.
A charge of $50 per hour will be added to your site fee if management needs to remove any items from your site.
Winter Access:
Seasonal stay is from April 15 through October 15.
If you wish to use the park before April 15 or after October 15, you must schedule an appointment with the office, giving at least 48-hour notice.
Upon arrival and departure to the grounds you must check in at the office.
You are allowed a fifteen-minute trip in and out of your site or RV.
All campers must leave by appointed time. There are no exceptions.
Chamberlain Lake Campground is not a year-round park and therefore are mandated to keep the visits to the park during the off season to a minimum.
Replacement/ Sale of Unit:
Replacement of your existing unit must be approved by the office in advance.
If your unit is sold prior to April 15, all fees you pay will be reimbursed at time of sale, less the deposit and first payment.
If your camper is to stay at Chamberlain Lake Campground, the new owner must complete a seasonal application and be approved prior to the transfer of ownership. The new owner will be responsible for all site fees.
It is not allowable to "include your site" in the sale of your unit. The two are separate transactions and must be handled as such. Selling your unit does not guarantee the site will stay with it. It is always the discretion of management to allow or deny the unit to be allowed to stay on the site. Please always see management regarding campers’ sales for details.
Firewood: Chamberlain Lake Campground does not allow outside wood of any kind to be brought into our park. We will confiscate it. This is to protect the trees within our park from the wood/tree insects that have become prevalent throughout the CT area in recent years. We do sell bundled wood at a discount at the store and have cord wood available for those staying for a longer duration.
Fires: Campfires can never be left unattended. All campfires must be extinguished at midnight. Only firewood is to be burned in pits and fires must be maintained at a reasonable height.
Quiet Hours: 11pm to 8am. All youth under the age of 21 must be back at their sites by 10:30 (curfew) unless accompanied by an adult. Please have consideration for your camping neighbors.
Bathrooms: Please be respectful of other campers and the property when using the bath houses. No dish washing may be done in sinks. Clean up after yourself and report any shortage of materials or issues you might observe to staff.
Bikes: Bikes are to be ridden responsibly, according to the same rules followed by motorized vehicles. Bikes may not be ridden on grassy common areas. Bike helmets are strongly recommended and required by state law for anyone under the age of 16. Bikes must be returned to site and may not be ridden after dusk. Respect pedestrians and bike at your own risk.
Swimming:
Swimming hours are 8am to dusk, no swimming is permitted after hours.
A lifeguard or other responsible person does not supervise the swimming areas at Chamberlain Lake Campground. In place of an on-site supervisor, this campground has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests.
Your participation in any water activity is done at your own risk. Rescue equipment is at the beach side. If you notice any problem with the water quality or absence of water rescue equipment, please notify staff at once.
NEVER SWIM ALONE. A minimum of 1 adult, 18 years or older, must be present whenever the swimming pond is in use. THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR ADEQUATE SUPERVISION. A parent or guardian must accompany children under 16 years of age.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages and swim or participate in water sports. Guests must swim in designated areas. Diving or jumping into the water is strictly prohibited.
I understand that there is no lifeguard on duty at this campground.
Fishing:
Fishing permitted in fishing pond only. Catch & release policy. Bait and fishing pole rentals available at campground store.
Electric vehicles:
Children’s electric ride on toys and RC cars are not permitted at any time. Chamberlain Lake Campground has the right to request any activity deemed unsafe or disruptive to be stopped and/ or put away without further notice. Electric bicycles are allowed and must follow the same rules as non-electric bikes.
Alcohol/Controlled Substance:
Chamberlain Lake Campground allows the consumption of alcohol on your campsite only, and never in any buildings, roads, beach area, or any common areas of the park. Driving a motorized vehicle, including cars, trucks and golf carts, while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance is not allowed at any time within Chamberlain Lake Campground property.
Firearms/Drones/Fireworks:
We do not allow firearms or any projectile weapons of any kind. We also do not allow drones or fireworks at the campground.
Theft and Vandalism:
Chamberlain Lake Campground will not be held responsible for any theft or vandalism occurring at your units or from your sites.
It is your responsibility to maintain adequate insurance and to report any theft or vandalism issues to management, and, if necessary, report them to the police.
Please be respectful of Chamberlain Lake Campground property. Acts of vandalism of any kind will not be tolerated and could result in expulsion from the campground.
Soliciting:
No Soliciting of any kind is permitted. Including selling or servicing of any type or form, without the approval of management. Our primary concern is to protect our campers from commercial situations.
Emergencies:
Chamberlain Lake Campground does not provide emergency service personnel.
In the event of an emergency, you must call 911 and report your call.
It is requested that all emergency situations be brought to the attention of campground staff and a report to be filled out in the office.
You can call the office when open or the after-hours emergency phone listed on the front door of the office.
Termination:
Management reserves the right of ejection for any infraction of policy, or any type of behavior deemed inappropriate or unsafe to ensure the well-being of all campers at Chamberlain Lake Campground.
Chamberlain Lake Campground will deny approval for stay to anyone on Connecticut’s sex offender registry. Chamberlain Lake Campground may also ask any prospective campers whether you are on the registry.
All seasonal campers are required to have a permanent address in a town where you are a registered voter.
Anyone asked to leave Chamberlain Lake Campground for any reason will be considered a trespasser and thereby subject to no refunds, arrest, and/or prosecution.
Please be aware that this agreement does not constitute a landlord-tenant agreement. Chamberlain Lake Campground is for transient lodging only.
When applicable Chamberlain Lake Campground will work on a strike system allowing campers 3 warnings before ejection, these include but are not limited to:
Defaults in the payment of any lawfully imposed camping/ seasonal related fee charge.
Creating a disturbance that denies other persons their right to quiet enjoyment of the campground necessary for the preservation of public peace, health, and safety.
Fails to abide by the policies of the park.
Violates any federal, state, or local law.
In conjunction with your use of Chamberlain Lake Campground facility, the undersigned acknowledges that this is an open, outdoor park that provides staffing for administrative, and guest services based on occupancy.
I have received, read and understand the safety rules of this campground, as well as the general information, rules & regulations, which are incorporated into this agreement. I will abide by the rules and assume full responsibility for all registered guests, visitors, and I, at my site regarding our participation in swimming, outdoor activities, and rental equipment, and activities during my stay.