RESERVATION POLICIES
Reservations can be made a year in advance from your planned departure date. Please review our rules prior to completing your reservation.
Visitors registered as primary for any campsite are responsible for the actions and conduct of all other occupants, guests, and invitee’s.
Problem guests may not be allowed to return. Problems include noise levels after hours, over-populating cottages, destroying property, littering campgrounds, etc. Damages assessed will be charged accordingly.
Payment in full is required at the time of booking.
There is a non-refundable $13 booking fee per site when making reservations.
You are required to camp in your assigned site, maintaining a reasonable and obvious physical presence. Appropriate camping permits must be displayed in your vehicle and on your campsite number marker. Contact Camanche Recreation staff if you desire to change sites.
Camp only in designated camping areas and only at numbered sites with a table and fire ring (except in Primitive Campground at Camanche North Shore.)
Camping is limited to two vehicles per site, except in designated group campsites. There is a maximum of eight persons and four tents per campsite, except at developed group campsites where the limit is posted. See Campsite Capacities at the bottom of this page.
RV Rentals are not permitted unless you are able to drive it in yourself and have a vehicle registered throughout the stay that has the capacity to tow the RV out in the case of an emergency. If you rent an RV, the company or third party will not be allowed within the park to drop it off.
The RV Parks are for RVs which take full hook-ups only. No Tent only camping is allowed.
Camping at Camanche is limited to no more than 14 days within a 30 day period.
Gathering wood within the park or cutting down any saplings or tree limbs without a permit is prohibited and can result in a fine.
Golf Carts or other automotive vehicles that are NOT registered will not be allowed inside the park. Any Golf Carts or other automotive vehicles that ARE registered will be counted as a second vehicle and will be charged as such. Dirt bikes, ATVs, and any other off-road vehicles are not allowed.
Quiet time hours are strictly enforced and can result in eviction if multiple warnings are ignored. This includes all music to be turned down to an appropriate level as well as all generators to be turned off as to not disturb or disrupt neighbors. May-September from 10 PM until 8 AM. October-April from 8 PM until 8 AM.
Do not operate generators or audio equipment during Quiet Time. Operating any type of sound producing machine in a manner such as to disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of recreation users is prohibited at all times. If noisy neighbors disturb you, report it to the entrance gate, park employee’s, or patrol staff.
Rock fire rings are prohibited. Campfires must be in a designated fire pit, either your own or ours, a foot off the ground with 1 foot in diameter of cleared ground. Must be attended to at all times. Please help us to keep our campgrounds safe by extinguishing all smoldering fires completely with water before leaving the area.
Portable showers and portable bathrooms are not allowed at Lake Camanche. We have restrooms and shower facilities which can be used and are cleaned several times daily.
No drones are allowed to be flown within the Park or its surrounding air space.
Lake Camanche requires a deposit for cottages, Resort Rentals, and Park Models collected at the time of check-in in the amount of $200.00. The deposit will be refunded up to 72 hours of departure after the room has been inspected unless retained for damages incurred. No cash deposits allowed.
For campsite and RV site cancellations, a minimum of 3 days notice prior to the scheduled arrival date on a regular weekend is required to get a refund, less the reservation fee. If canceled less than 3 days, a refund will be given less the reservation fee and forfeiture of the first-night use fee.
For campsites and RV site cancellations, minimum of 5 days notice prior to the scheduled arrival date on a holiday weekend is required to get a refund, less the reservation fee. If canceled less than 5 days, a refund will be given less the reservation fee and forfeiture of the first-night use fee.
For all lodging, a minimum of 7 days notice prior to your scheduled arrival date will be required to receive a full refund, less a cancellation fee of $13. If cancelled within 7 days of check-in, you will forfeit one night stay as well as the cancellation fee. If cancelled within 3 days of check-in, you will forfeit any and all monies paid on your lodging reservation.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made on or after the scheduled arrival date. No-shows are not entitled to a refund.
You may modify and adjust your reservation 3 times before we charge a change fee of $13 per modification. For any changes or cancellations please contact Camping@golakecamanche.com with your intent to cancel or request to modify or call (866)-763-5121 ext 1 to speak to a reservation agent.
May through September, there is a 2-night required minimum stay on a regular weekend or a 3-night minimum on a holiday weekend. One-night stays are permitted only during our off-season (October through April).
Except for service dogs or guide dogs, pets are allowed in specific pet-friendly units ONLY.
Maximum occupancy for cottages, Resort Rentals, Park Models, RV sites, and Campsites will be strictly enforced. If you exceed the maximum occupancy for your site type, additional fees and/or termination of your stay may occur.
Campfires are NOT allowed at any of the cottage units, Resort Rentals, or Park Models.
All third party events are contingent on final agency approval.(Maybe we can put Brian's contact information here?)
Tents and/or Recreational vehicles may not be utilized for accommodations. Recreational vehicles must be parked in designated areas only, not by the lodging units.
The kitchen in all lodging must be left clean. A minimum charge of $50.00 will be deducted from the deposit for cleaning dishes, utensils, pots and pans, silverware, and glassware.
Extremely soiled or damaged linens will be charged a minimum of $25.00 out of the deposit.
COTTAGES, RESORTS, AND PARK MODELS
RATES AND RULES
Lake Camanche requires a deposit for cottages, Resort Rentals, and Park Models collected at the time of check-in in the amount of $200.00. The deposit will be refunded up to 72 hours of departure after the room has been inspected unless retained for damages incurred.
Tents and/or Recreational vehicles may not be utilized for accommodations. Recreational vehicles must be parked in designated areas only, not by the lodging units.
Campfires are NOT allowed at any of the cottage units, Resort Rentals, or Park Models.
The kitchen in all lodging must be left clean. A minimum charge of $50.00 will be deducted from the deposit for cleaning dishes, utensils, pots and pans, silverware, and glassware.
Extremely soiled or damaged linens will be charged a minimum of $25.00 out of the deposit.
Maximum occupancy for cottages, Resort Rentals, and Park Models will be strictly enforced. If you exceed the maximum occupancy for your site type, additional fees and/or termination of your stay may occur.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Lake Camanche accepts several methods of payment to accommodate your needs, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, and AMEX.
We also accept certified checks, money orders, and travelers checks. Personal checks are not accepted. Payment by mail MUST be received in our office within 7 days after making a reservation but not less than 14 days prior to the scheduled arrival date.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
A minimum of 7 days notice prior to your scheduled arrival date will be required to receive a full refund, less a cancellation fee of $13. If you cancel within 7 days of check-in, you will forfeit a one-night stay as well as the cancellation fee. If you cancel within 3 days of check-in, you will forfeit any and all monies paid on your lodging reservation.
Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to your bank card.
Reservations made 3 days or more ahead of time can cancel anytime within the first 24 hours, penalty free.
No refund will be issued for cancellations made on or after the scheduled arrival date. No-shows are not entitled to a refund. Reservations will be canceled for non-receipt of payment.
ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURE
Check-In time starts at 3:00 p.m.
Check-Out time is by 11:00 a.m.
Early check-in is allowed, subject to availability, up to 2 hours maximum with a minimum 24 hour notice.
Late check-out is allowed, subject to availability, up to 3 hours maximum at the rate of $25 per hour, plus tax. Notice must be given to the GATE HOUSE no later than 11:00 AM on day of departure.
Extending a stay and/or renewal may be made at either the Gate House or the Office before 11:00 AM and are subject to availability.
Please return your room key(s) to the front gate.
Gate hours of entry: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM
For phone reservations, please contact our Reservation Call Center at: (866) 763-5121 or (209) 763-5121.
North Shore Gate House: 209-763-5922
South Shore Gate House: 209-763-5913
Camanche Recreation Company reserves the right when necessary to modify reservation policies.
CAMPING AND GROUP SITES
FACILITIES
Water spigots are shared between campsites within the campgrounds where they are offered, and most campsites include 1 picnic table and 1 BBQ. Some campgrounds also include dishwashing stations and laundry stations. Check the maps or call your reservation agent to see if your campground includes these amenities. Some campgrounds only offer portable bathrooms.
Tent sites do not offer electrical outlets.
Dogs on a leash are welcome at an additional charge of $6.50 per night unless they are service animals. South Shore offers a fenced-in Dog Park where you can let your pup run free. Aggressive dogs and their owners will be asked to leave. Please help us keep our facilities clean by picking up after your pets - waste bags are located within the Dog Park on South Shore.
Trash/Recycling stations are located throughout the campgrounds.
1 RV waste station on either Shore.
1 Marina store on either Shore, open daily with; wood, ice, snacks, beverages, beer, camping supplies, clothing, gifts, and fishing gear.
South Shore offers an amphitheater for summer concerts and movies during the evening time.
North Shore offers a Cafe beside the boat launch, open Wed-Sun 11AM-4PM.
RESERVATIONS
Maximum stay for campsites or group sites is 14 days within a 30-day period. There is a 3-night minimum stay for a holiday weekend and a 2-night minimum stay on a regular weekend. Campsites can be reserved a maximum of 1 year in advance to your planned departure date.
When reserving multiple sites under the same name, each guest will need to verify the first and last name of the primary reservation holder in order to check in.
Reservations made less than 3 days prior to scheduled arrival are non-refundable and non-changeable. No raincheck will be given.
Reservations made 3 days or more ahead of time can cancel anytime within the first 24 hours, penalty free.
No refund will be issued for cancellations made on or after the scheduled arrival date. No-shows are not entitled to a refund. Reservations will be canceled for non-receipt of payment.
We have no control over the weather. All reservation commitments must be honored regardless of weather conditions.
Campsites that are not pre-sold remain available on a first come first served basis.
Reservations can be made online.
Phone reservations will be taken by the call center daily from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm at (866) 763-5121.
RATES AND RULES
A prepaid, non-refundable reservation fee of $13 is required for each site reserved in advance in addition to the required nightly fee. There will be an additional change fee charged if you change or modify an existing reservation after 3 times.
Except for group campsites, each general campsite allows a maximum of 8 people only (including any children). Camping is limited to two vehicles per campsite except on designated group campsites. Second vehicle will have to pay the required nightly fee of $18 at the front gate upon arrival.
A minimum cleaning and service fee of $50.00 will be charged for campsites that require additional cleaning time upon departure date. Damages will be assessed and camper(s) will be charged accordingly.
“Problem” campers may not be allowed to return, for reasons including noise levels after hours, profanity, destroying property, littering campgrounds, etc.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Camanche Recreation Company accepts several methods of payment to accommodate your needs, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, and AMEX.
We accept certified checks, money orders, and travelers checks. Personal checks are not accepted. Payment by mail MUST be received within 7 days after making reservation and clear 7 days before the check in date. We also accept cash payment at the store or gate.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
A minimum of 3 days notice prior to scheduled arrival date on a regular weekend is required to get a refund, less the reservation fee. If cancelled less than 3 days, a refund will be given less the reservation fee and forfeiture of the first night use fee.
A minimum of 5 days notice prior to scheduled arrival date on a holiday weekend is required to get a refund, less the reservation fee. If cancelled less than 5 days, a refund will be given less the reservation fee and forfeiture of the first night use fee.
Refunds for bankcard payments will be issued as a credit to your bankcard.
For group campsites, there is a minimum of 5 days notice required prior to scheduled arrival to get a refund, less the reservation fee. If cancelled less than 5 days, a refund will be given less the reservation fee and forfeiture of the first night use fee.
No refund will be issued for cancellations made on or after the scheduled arrival date. No-shows are not entitled to a refund.
Reservations made 3 days or more ahead of time can cancel anytime within the first 24 hours, penalty free.
Unpaid reservations are not guaranteed. Reservations will be cancelled for non-receipt of payment after 7 days.
ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES
Check-In and Check-Out are strictly enforced.
Check-In time starts at 2:00 pm. Check-Out time is at 1:00 pm.
All campers need to vacate their site by 1:00 pm.
Hours of Entry: 5:00 am to 11:00 pm Daily
As a courtesy to other guests, there will be no arrivals from 11:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m.
An ID to match with the name of the person on the reserved site will be required at the gate before entering the campground.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SITES
Recreational vehicles (RV’s) must have the capability to connect to all three utilities: water, electric and sewer (black and grey water) and establish a proper sewer connection.
Only one RV or camp trailer is allowed per campsite.
Parking in South Shore’s Monument RV Camps is limited to those who have paid for RV hookup sites. Park rules limit tents to one per site in this area.
Campfires in Miners Camp RV area are permitted only in designated areas with a 10-foot bare ground clearance and in approved fire containers.
CAMPSITE CAPACITIES
SOUTH SHORE
Single 8-person tent campsites are limited to 2 vehicles per campsite. The first vehicle is included in the price of the campsite and the second vehicle is $17 per night extra. We do not have any overflow parking at our facility. We encourage carpooling or the purchase of another campsite, if necessary.
Group sites do not have any fees for parking.
Double 16-person campsites are limited to 4 vehicles per campsite.
Triple 24-person campsites are limited to 6 vehicles per campsite.
Quad 32-person campsites are limited to 8 vehicles per campsite.
Sugarloaf 64-person group camp is limited to 16 vehicles.
Gold Run 1 88-person group camp is limited to 22 vehicles.
Gold Run 2 80-person group camp is limited to 20 vehicles.
NORTH SHORE
Single 8-person tent campsites are limited to 2 vehicles er campsite. The first vehicle is included in the price of the campsite and the second vehicle is $17 per night extra. We do not have any overflow parking at our facility. We encourage carpooling or the purchase of another campsite, if necessary.
Group sites do not have any fees for parking.
Tier 1 12-person group campsite is limited to 6 vehicles.
Tier 2 24-person group campsite is limited to 10 vehicles.
East Ridge 72-person group campsite is limited to 25 vehicles.
Blue Oaks Group 72-person group campsite is limited to 26 vehicles.
CAMPERS AND GUESTS ARE EXPECTED TO FOLLOW ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS WHILE STAYING AT LAKE CAMANCHE.
For phone reservations to our North Shore site, please call (866) 763-5121 or (209) 763-5121.
For phone reservations to our South Shore site, please call (866) 763-5178 or (209) 763-5178.