Terms & Conditions

OUR PURPOSE:

We are stewards of the earth who strive to be a model of a simple way of life  where everyone who enters the sanctuary of Spring Lake Campground feels safe, welcome, and relaxed 

while they are enjoying the outdoors!

Spring Lake Campground is a gateway to the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge. We enthusiastically follow and respect all rules and regulations of the Refuge/Wildlife Sanctuary.

Remember...you are coming to camp in nature.  There are trees, bugs, plants, heat, smoke, rain, sun, wind, pollen and a whole host of other natural phenomena that we can’t control.  It might be hot…or cold…or both.  Be prepared and take into account our cancellation policy as you plan your adventure.

We’ve established the following general Spring Lake Campground (SLC) guidelines to help insure your safety and your enjoyment.

CHECK IN

If you have a reservation, you may arrive and check in after 2pm.  If you need an earlier check in time please ask.  We will accommodate when possible, but cannot guarantee an early check in. If you will be arriving later in the evening please make sure you are set up and settled prior to sunset. We specifically ask that if your reservation is in site 32-35, that you are not driving past sunset out on the peninsula. It is very disruptive to other campers and not safe. If you leave and return after dark, park your vehicle by the boat launch and walk to your site on the peninsula.

CHECK OUT

Please have your site clear by 11am.  If you need a later checkout time please ask.  We will accommodate if possible, but cannot guarantee a late checkout.

GENERAL SITE OCCUPANCY

Families welcome, not to exceed 6 guests per site.  

-Occupancy is based on one tow vehicle & trailer, or one motorhome & tow vehicle. Please do not park more than one RV on any site.  Each site is limited to 4 adults (1) Tent may be added for a $10/night fee, however occupancy is still limited to 6 guests per site. 

-A maximum of 2 licensed, plated and insured vehicles and 1 boat may be on each site. Campers with extra vehicles, including motorcycles, are required to have permission by SLC.

-Additional trailers/vehicles/boats may be stored in the campground storage area at an additional fee. Storage fees are as follows: $10/day, $25/week.

-Please keep your campsite tidy.  When your site is not occupied, please store personal items in or under the camper. SLC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

-When vacating your site it must be left clean and free of debris/nails/wood/garbage. We reserve the right to bill any camper a cleanup fee for labor and landfill fees.

-We strive to keep the campground comfortably spaced for all of our campers. Please help us ensure all campers have this experience, and keep this in mind as you have guests visit you throughout your stay.  Traffic safety is always a concern for us, but especially as the campground gets busy.  If you are expecting visitors, please remind them to use the overflow parking and to go slowly (5 mph) when driving through the campground.  Only setup in the site you reserve.  All of our sites are individually booked so you can choose the spot that works best for you, that means you have to stick to the site you book unless we can accommodate you otherwise upon arrival. 

VISITORS

Visitors are always welcome at SLC.  We allow a maximum of 2 vehicles per site, so if there is more, please use the designated guest parking.  A $5 day use fee is required for visitors utilizing the boat ramp or other amenities during their visit.  Fees can be paid at the Camp Store or dropped in the fee box outside of the southwest corner of the Camp Store

SPEED LIMIT

5 mph. Please observe our speed limit to insure the safety of all our guests. Remember…children are playing!

QUIET TIME

10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

WATER 

The campground operates on a well, therefore, conservation of water is very important to us.  The water pressure to each site is about 50 psi.  We highly recommend a pressure regulator for your water connection to ensure any spikes in pressure do not damage your RV.

CHILDREN

Guests are responsible for all behavior of children. All children under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.

TRASH

Please place all garbage in designated dumpsters located at the exit/entrance of SLC. A bin for recyclables (paper, plastic, glass, and aluminum) is available near the dumpster..

Properly bag, package, separate and bind in plastic garbage bags and place in the

garbage dumpster near the entrance/exit of the campground.

The garbage bin is for household garbage only. Do not dispose of electronics, appliances,

furniture, propane tanks, etc. in the garbage dumpster.

Do not put fire-pit ash, branches, leaves, grass, garden refuse or wood in the garbage bins.

FISH CLEANING

Please use the fish cleaning station near the camp store.  Fish guts must be placed in a bucket provided, with the lid tightly secured. Do not put any fish waste in the dumpster or on the ground anywhere on the campground property.  We will take responsibility for disposal of fish guts. 

CAMPFIRES

Campfires are only allowed in designated fire pits.  Please ensure that any fire is under control at all times and that fires are fully extinguished before retiring for the evening.

Please do not move fire pits and rings without SLC approval. 

Do not leave any trash in the fire rings. 

GENERATORS

Not permitted unless granted special permission

FIREWORKS AND FIREARMS

Prohibited on park property including BB, Airsoft and pellet guns.

PETS

Pets are welcome, but must be kept on leashes (six-foot maximum length) or inside and must not be left unattended. No excessive barking allowed. Pets must be walked by a responsible person to pick up after them immediately. Pets are not allowed in buildings or bathrooms,  Maximum of 2 Pets allowed.

SWIMMING

No Lifeguard on Duty. Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult (18 years or older). No swimming after dark. No Glass in or near water.

MOTORIZED VEHICLES

No motorized vehicles such as ATV’s, mini bikes (electric or gas) are permitted in the

Campground. Golf carts are not permitted, unless approved by SLC for special circumstances.  

Wifi

Wifi is not currently available to the public.

INSURANCE

-SLC will not be responsible for accidents, injuries, loss of property by fire, theft,

wind, floods or other natural acts which are beyond our control.

-It is the responsibility of the camper to provide proof of current property and liability  insurance.

-The equipment furnished on the grounds are solely for the convenience of

the campers and guests to use at their own risk.

OTHER CAMPSITE GUIDELINES

-Ground disposal of any drain water (gray or black) is prohibited by State Law. Wastewater from RVs (including sink water) must be disposed of into the dump station. Do not put grease down the sewer.

-The septic system may only be used for human waste, toilet paper, typical water

waste. Women’s feminine products, diapers, food and other trash must be disposed of

in the garbage receptacles. 

-Only approved products may be added to septic holding tanks. Chemicals that destroy

the active enzyme and bacteria in septic systems are prohibited (bleach, anti-bacterial

products, toxic cleaners.)

-Trailers must have holding tanks with valves closed and capped.

-All plants, trees, vegetation and wildlife in the campground are protected. Disturbance of any of these is strictly prohibited.  

FORMS OF PAYMENTS

We currently accept venmo, cash, checks or money orders and major credit cards. A $40 fee will be charged for any NSF checks. 

CANCELLATION POLICY

SLC requires full payment at the time of reservations.  There will be a 10% fee for cancellations up to 7 days in advance and no refund if cancellation in less than 7 days of reservation. No refunds for gift cards.  Please allow up to 5-7 business days for the refund to process. 

COURTESY AND SAFETY

-Please Refrain from cutting through other campsites.

-Bicycles are only permitted to be ridden on the bike path and roadways. Bicycles must be ridden slowly and the bike rider must exercise restraint and control at all times. Bike riding is not permitted after dusk. Those under eighteen are encouraged to wear a helmet at all times.

-During Special Events put on by Spring Lake Campground notice will be posted about the hours and rule exemptions.

CAMP STORE

Hours will be posted.

VIOLATION OF THESE GUIDELINES

Grounds for eviction from the park without refund