Rustic Lakes Campgrounds
Rules and Regulations

Violations of these rules and regulations could result in eviction from the campgrounds.

The Speed Limit in the Campgrounds is 5mph. If caught or reported to the office your gate cards will deactivated and you will be asked to park at the front gate and walk to your campsite.

Campsite

• Campsite must be registered in the name or names which are on the Ohio Title. If only one name is listed on the Ohio title an additional name can be added to the campsite at the beginning of camping season and cannot be changed. The office must have a current copy of the title to keep on file for verification.

• Rustic Lakes is a family campground. Any offensive or vulgar language will not be tolerated.

• We do not accept camping units that are over 20 years old.

• Only one camping unit per site.

• Campsites must be kept clean and mowed at all times. If Rustic Lakes must mow your site a fee will be billed to you and a letter advising you to maintain your site.

• No modifications may be made to the site without permission from the office. DO NOT CUT OR TRIM TREES.

• Fences (including ropes, chains, logs, stumps etc.) are prohibited around campsites.

• Clotheslines are not permitted on sites.

• Do not screw or hang anything into trees (hammocks, clotheslines, decorations).

• Spools, old vehicle seats, logs or stumps, interior furniture etc. are not allowed as deck or lawn furniture.

• Music, radio, TV, corn hole or anything causing loud noises is prohibited between 11 p.m. thru 9 a.m.

• Minor Children may not use your campsite without parental supervision.

• Seasonal campers are not allowed to sublease their campsites. Anyone not listed on the title is a visitor and must be registered and pay visitor’s fee.

• Washing of vehicles is prohibited.

• The laws that govern roadways in Ohio are enforced on private campgrounds roads.

• No pesticides or weed killer can be applied to your site. If you have a problem with something growing on your site, please see the office.

• Do not take things from empty sites. Removing items from any empty sites is theft and will be grounds for eviction from the campgrounds.

• No construction may occur on Saturday or Sunday without permission from the office. This gives everyone the chance to enjoy peace and quiet during the weekend days.

• Fireworks are not permitted. If fireworks are discharged at your site, you will be asked to leave.

Visitors & Guest

• All Visitors & Guests are required to stop at the office prior to entering the campgrounds.

• Rate for entry is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 15 years of age. (Prices are subject to change)

• Seasonal Campers are responsible for their guests.

• All guests must be registered and paid for at the office during normal business hours and if not paid for overnight, must leave the park by 11 p.m.

• Visitors or Guest riding a motorcycle must stop and register at the office.

Parking

• Please park on your site or in one of the designated parking areas on the map.

• Please do not park on empty sites.

• When parking please be sure that where you have parked does not impede traffic. Roads must be kept clear for other vehicles and first responders to get through.

Gate Cards

• Gate Cards are available at the office. Gate Cards cost $10 per card. In order to purchase gate cards, Rustic Lakes requires a copy of your Camper title to be on file in the office.

• Gate cards can and will be deactivated at any time for any reason. If your gate card has been deactivated, please come to the office and discuss this matter with the office staff.

• Gate cards are for your use only. Do not give gate cards to other campers or guests.

• Do not use gate card to allow a second vehicle through the gate.

• Do not use gate cards after business hours to let your guests in the campgrounds.

• Do not give gate cards to anyone doing maintenance on your trailer.

• Report lost or stolen gate cards to the office immediately.

• Gate cards for Adult Passes must be returned to the office at end of the season unless Adult pass is purchased for following season.

Air Conditioning Units

• Air Conditioning units and fans must be turned off when you leave the park. If let running, you will be asked to return and turn off the unit.

Outside Kitchens or Additional Refrigerators

• No outside refrigerators. Refrigerators that are in outdoor kitchens installed as original equipment are approved

• Outdoor kitchen must be kept locked at all times.

Gravel

• Bringing your own gravel into the campgrounds must be approved by the office. You may also sign up in the office for gravel. Do not spread gravel across your site. The Campgrounds provides necessary gravel and may approve or deny for any reason.

Firewood

• Firewood must be kept 12 inches from base of trees and 3 feet from electric boxes. A minimum of 8 inches off the ground. (County Health Director mandated)

• Dark brown, camouflage or dark green tarps only!

• BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHALL: One fire ring permitted per campsite, fire must be contained within the fire ring and flames kept reasonable. Campfire must be completely out when leaving your campsite or retiring for the night.

Electric

• Since Electric is part of the season rate, we ask all campers to be conscious of their power usage. Please keep lighting to a reasonable amount and turned off unnecessary electrical items when not at campgrounds.

• Any bright light on your camper or at your campsite must be turned off after 11pm.

• All plugs must be grounded.

• One electric outlet per site, installation of additional outlets is prohibited.

• 50 amp seasonal service is an additional $100.00 (Price subject to change)

Water and Waste Disposal

• Since Water is part of the season rate, we ask all campers to conscious of their water usage. Please be sure to turn off water to your camper when you go home.

• Gray water (shower and sink water) and Black water (waste) must be discharged into portable RV waste tank and taken to the dumping station.

• DO NOT DUMP ANY GREY WATER OR WASTE ON YOUR SITE. NO FRENCH DRAINS OR GOPHER HOLES.

• Failure to comply with proper disposal of RV Waste water(Grey or Black) will be cause for immediate eviction.

• Mobile sanitary service: must be registered and paid by Monday at 4pm. Tanks are pumped weekly. (weather permitting).

• Sewer hookup must be made with PVC pipe. Flexible pipe is not permitted.

• Sewer hookup for Mobile Sanitary service must be piped to front of the camper. (Parts List available in office)

Decks

•All decks must be approved by the office. Please see a staff member for deck construction guidelines.

•Decks can be no larger than 10 feet wide and may be as long as the body of your camper.

•Decks may be wood or patio block. Deck posts must be on blocks- not in ground

•Deck roofs must be made of Metal.

•No construction may occur on Saturday or Sunday without permission from the office. This gives everyone the chance to enjoy peace and quiet during the weekend days.

Large Gatherings

• Any large gathering must be held at the rec hall. Pending availability and approval. Cleaning fee applies.

• Large party’s or gathering must be approved by management.

• Any large gathering that is not approved or violates the rules and regulations, will be subject to, but not limited to, removal from the park.

Fishing & Boats

•Large lake is fishing by permit only. Permit available at the office. One tended pole per person. No Frogging.

•Boats are for Seasonal Campers Only.

•Boats must be numbered with owners site number

•Boats are not allowed on lake after dark and before sunrise.

•Boats must be registered at office with proof of boat insurance.

•Minors must be accompanied by adults in boats.

•Minors must wear life jackets, and boat must have life jackets for everyone in the boat.

•Stored boats must be chained up and out of the water.

Metal Storage Sheds

•Storage sheds must be metal and a maximum size of 5x6 or 30 sq. feet. NO WOOD OR PLASTIC SHEDS.

•Rubbermaid sheds are NOT permitted.

Pets

•No viscous pets allowed. Any pet reported for viscous behavior will be asked to leave the campgrounds.

•Pets must be registered at the office. Name & Rabies Tag number are required.

•Pets must be always kept on a leash and that leash must be in a human hand. No Exceptions

•Pets must be in camper at night, and when you’re not at your site.

•Pets must be quiet. If barking is persistent, we will ask you to take your pet home.

•No pets in the office, game room, shower building, laundromat, swimming pool area, or rec hall.

•Droppings on site, and when walking, must be picked up, placed in sanitary bag, and disposed of in the dumpster.

•If your pet is outside on your deck, your deck must have railings and gates.

Golf Carts (See golf cart use agreement)

• You must be the registered user on the campsite.

• Office must approve all golf carts. We reserve the right to refuse any golf cart.

• Electric golf carts cost $150 for the season.

• You must have a valid driver’s license to drive a golf cart.

• Guests, teens, or family members are NOT permitted to drive golf carts.

• Golf cart must be operated at the 5-mph speed limit. You will be asked to remove your cart if found speeding or the office receives a complaint about your cart speeding in the campgrounds.

• Golf Carts should not exceed passenger occupancy. 1 seat = 2 adult passengers 2 seats = 4 adult passengers. Appropriate seating must be provided.

Alcohol

•Alcohol must be consumed at your campsites.

•Authorities will be called for anyone who causes a problem due to intoxication and it will be cause for immediate eviction.

•Alcohol is not permitted in any Rustic Lakes Campgrounds building and may not be consumed at Rustic Lakes planned events throughout the season.

•Anyone providing alcohol for minors will be reported to police and evicted from the property.

Swimming Pool

• Swim at your own risk! No lifeguard on duty!

• All guests must be accompanied by host camper.

• A responsible adult must accompany minors under 14. Adults must be inside the pool area fence during supervision.

• State regulations are posted on Pool Gates and fence.

• NO JUMPING OR DIVING INTO THE POOL. This will result in loss of pool privileges

• Pool hours are from 10 a.m. to dusk.

• ADA Lift Chair at pool is for disabled persons only.

Winter Stroage

• Winter storage is from October 15 to March 31st. Winter storage must be paid in full before start of following season. Winter storage is nonrefundable.

• If you are not returning for the following season, you must inform the office no later than March 1st of the camping season in order to receive your deposit refund. All personal items must be removed no later then April 8th.

You understand and acknowledge these rules and regulation when you register and sign-in at the office.

Updated: March 2025