Nickerson Park Campground

Check-In Procedure - Check-In: anytime between 2 PM – 8 PM - Check-Out: 1 PM - Campers love our Early Check-In (starting at 9 am) and Late Check Out (until 6 pm) options. Just $15/campsite/option use – subject to campsite availability. - Only available for campsites, not Rental RVs. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Booking Policy - You must be at least 25 years old to rent a campsite and must be camping on the site for the whole stay. - Maximum of 4 adults per site. - The total number of people on a site may not exceed 6 people. - Subletting is not allowed. - Sites are non-transferable. COVID-19 Policy - Nickerson Park Campground is absolved of all liability for anyone infected with coronavirus during their stay. - By staying at Nickerson Park Campground, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. - We will take all measures necessary to keep our property as safe and comfortable as possible for our guests amid the coronavirus pandemic, but please understand that there is a shared responsibility between guests and Nickerson Park Campground. - We reserve the right to re-assign campsites if necessary. Payment Options - Debit cards, Credit cards (MasterCard, VISA, Discover, Amex), personal checks,s and cash. Rebook Policy - Rebook your reservation for next year before campsites are made available to others! - You have 14 days to guarantee your same reservation for the following year. - We accept new reservations 50 weeks prior to the arrival date. - A minimum of a one-night deposit is required to secure your advance reservation. - We will call you in the spring for payment in full. - Although we expect to provide the same campsite you reserved this year, we do reserve the right to reassign campsites if necessary. Pet Policy - They’re part of the family so bring ’em if you got ’em! - We ask that you extend every courtesy to those families camping without pets and be sure to keep your pets on a leash, pick up after them and please do not leave them unattended. - No temporary fencing of any kind, invisible fencing, or cages are allowed. - The pet must be on a leash and under your control at all times. - Pets must not present a hazard or nuisance to others. - Proof of rabies vaccination should be provided upon request. - Our dog park on the 500 level is there to allow your dogs the freedom to run and play! All dogs must be attended to by their humans in the dog park. - Doggie Poo is to be deposited in the appropriate garbage receptacles that are located throughout the campground. - Doggie Pot Stations (with doggie bags) are located at the dog park and by the 300 level. - We participate in the Yellow Dog Project (www.yellowdogproject.com)See the store for more details. Quiet Hours - Quiet hours are from 11 PM – 8 AM. - Radios and outside TVs are to be turned off during quiet hours. - Generators are not allowed at any time. - All children, under 18, must be at their campsite during quiet hours. - Respect your fellow campers. Excessive noise, loud music, or foul behavior will not be tolerated. Speed Limit - Vehicle speed limit is 5MPH. Motorized Vehicles Policy - Vehicle registration tags must be hung on mirrors at all times with the site number facing out. - The speed limit is strictly enforced and you may be asked to park your car up top and walk if you do not abide. - Only licensed drivers may operate vehicles. - Vehicles must be properly registered and insured. - Mopeds, Motorbikes, ATVs, UTVs, and Personal Golf Carts are not permitted to be operated in the campground. - Licensed motorcycles may be used to enter and exit the campground. Conduct and Behavior - No cruising. - Privacy of other campsites is to be respected. - Do not walk through other sites, vacant or occupied. Bikes and Other Wheels - Biking and riding activities are allowed from dawn to dusk only! - Absolutely No bicycle riding when it starts to get dark. - State Law requires helmets to be worn by all children aged 14 and under. - Bicycle, rollerblading, skateboard, and scooter use in the pavilion and other buildings is prohibited. - For your own safety, all motorized scooters, hoverboards, etc. must stay on the level your campsite is on. Campsites Policy - Campsites shall maintain a clean appearance and be kept in a sanitary and safe condition. - Be considerate to future guests by cleaning up all debris, bottle caps, cigarette butts, etc., before departure. - Do not attach the wire, rope, chains, nails, etc., around or in trees. Hammocks must have their own stand. - Cutting or damaging any tree or shrub (living or dead) is not allowed. Violation will result in an arrest and fine. Visitors Policy - Visitors are allowed while you are camping with us but please let them know that there is a per-person visiting fee. - Many visitors are not campers themselves and would not anticipate this. Explain that this fee gives your visitor full use of all facilities while here in the campground. - Day visitors may check in at the Store between 9 AM and 7:30 pm. - The fee is $10 per person. - If your visitor leaves the property by 8:00 pm they will receive a $5 refund per person. - All Visitors must vacate the property by 8 PM. Under 18 Guests - Parents are responsible for their children’s conduct and are accountable for any damage caused. - Children under 18 years of age may not be left alone in the campground at any time. Adult Supervision is required. Fires and Firewood Policy - Campfires are permitted and must be attended to at all times. - Flames should not exceed two (2) feet in height. - Carried in firewood needs to comply with NYS DEC regulations. - Firewood cannot be transported from another state or further than 50 miles from its source within New York State. - Guests cannot bring firewood from quarantined counties into the campground. - We have firewood for sale here at the campground. - We hope you appreciate and support the effort to protect our trees from the invasive insects being transported through firewood. - Chainsaw use and gathering of firewood are prohibited. Garbage Policy - Garbage is to be contained in trash bags and placed along the roadside from 9 AM – 7:00 PM. - Local Law requires all cans and glass bottles to be washed and placed in separate bags. - Help reduce waste by burning newspapers, boxes, and other paper products. Creek Usage - Our guests are welcome to use the creek for swimming, fishing, or floating in tubes. - The land on the opposite side of the creek is private property. That means… No trespassing. - Jumping into the water from rocks, ledges, or cliffs is prohibited. - Creekside activity is at your own risk. Prohibited Items - Absolutely no generators, fireworks, firearms, air guns, paintball guns, slingshots, or archery use in the campground. Water Usage - Cars and trailers may not be washed on the premises. - Water sprinklers and baby pool use are not permitted. - RV dishwashers and washing machines cannot be used in campsites. - Dishes, cooking pots, etc., are to be washed indoors, not at the outside spigots. Swimming Pool Policy - We are required to notify you of these rules as there is no lifeguard on duty. - The swimming facilities at Nickerson Park Campground are not supervised by a lifeguard or other responsible person. - In place of on-site supervision, this facility has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests. - Never Swim Alone. - A minimum of two adults, 18 years of age or older, must be present whenever this swimming facility is in use, with at least one adult on the pool deck or beachfront. - There is no substitution for adequate supervision. - Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied to the bathing area by a parent or guardian, or similar adult responsible for their safety. - In an emergency, notify the facility operator and contact help immediately. A free telephone is provided at this facility. Call 911 for all emergencies. - No glass or alcohol permitted in the pool area. Do not drink alcohol and swim. - Only use the facility during the posted or informed hours of operation. - Only registered guests of this facility are allowed to use the bathing facilities. - Injuries can be prevented and safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you notice any problems with the water quality or the absence of safety equipment, please notify us at once! Disclaimer - Our Guidelines are not subject to your interpretation. - If you find yourself coming up with a loophole it is better to ask now rather than be removed from the campground later. - Camping is an outdoor experience. We are not responsible for the discomforts of nature due to weather, insects, animals, or disease. - We are not responsible for fire, thefts, water damage, or acts of nature causing damage to campers or their property. - We are not liable for personal injuries that occur on the premises.