Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AMRules
Check-in Procedure
- Check-in time: 2 pm | Check-out time: 11 am | High occupancy levels may delay check-in times.
- During peak periods, late checkouts will not be honored.
- We will try to accommodate late arrivals, but may not always be able to do so.
- Accommodations may include but are not limited to, switching to a later tour time or switching to a different type of tour during the same day.
- Please call as soon as it is clear to you that you will be late.
- Each guest is required to register and sign in at the office.
- Day visitors of cabin guests must register at the office and pay a $5 fee per guest.
- An electronic waiver must be completed for every guest/visitor.
- Waivers can be found at any office.
- Call to make arrangements for after-hours check-in.
- While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement.
Vehicle
- Parking is only available next to your rented cabin
Quiet Hours
- Quiet hours are in effect from midnight to 7 am and no vehicle traffic is allowed after 10 pm.
Speed Limit
- The speed limit at all times is 5 mph.
- We ask that there be no campground traffic after 10 pm.
Smoking
- All cabins are non-smoking
Cabin
- Each cabin has one picnic table.
- Turn off the heating/cooling system and all lights.
- Leave keys in a cabin with the door unlocked.
- There is a $20 fee for lost keys and/or excessive cleaning in your cabin.
Children
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- No one under 18 years of age is permitted to stay overnight in a cabin without an adult present.
Pets
- Pets are permitted at XBC in accordance with our pet policy, Our camp dogs are sociable.
- At eXplore Brown County we understand that many people travel with their pets.
- We are now welcoming pets with the following guidelines in place:
- There is a campground dog that lives on the property named Barney.
- He is very friendly with humans and dogs and is allowed to roam freely.
- Please keep this in mind when considering bringing your pet.
- The 6-foot leash rule applies to the entire property and to all pets.
- The only time your pet may be off the leash is inside your camper, tent, or vehicle.
- This includes pets traveling with mountain bikers and hikers.
- If it's not possible to keep your pet on a 6-foot leash, the best and safest option is for your pet to stay at home.
- Your pet is a guest but the wildlife lives here.
- Please respect wildlife and plant life.
- Follow the 6-foot leash rule to protect wildlife, other people, and your pet.
- Please pick up after your pet.
- Animal waste can contain parasites.
- The hiker behind you and the camper who follows you at the site do not want to step in pet waste.
- Buy waste bags at your pet store or bring plastic grocery bags.
- If you are hiking, pick up the waste and carry it out.
- When cleaning your campsite before leaving, remove all pet waste and place the bags in the campground dumpster.
- Double bagging is helpful.
- Campground quiet hours (12 a.m. – 7 a.m.) apply to all guests, including pets.
- If your dog barks excessively at your campsite, particularly during quiet hours, we may ask that you take your pet home.
- Explore Brown County is not the place for territorial pets.
- If your pet is highly dominant or aggressive, please leave your animal at home in familiar territory.
- Explore Brown County is not liable if your pet bites another guest or injures another guest's pet.
- When you go exploring, please take your pet with you. Keep your pet with you at all times.
- Do not leave your pet tied up at a campsite or locked in a car.
- Your pet’s vaccinations must be up-to-date.
- This protects your pet from other pets (or wildlife) that may not be in perfect health.
- You may be asked to provide proof of this.
- You will be required to pay a pet fee per pet.
- You can bring a maximum of 2 pets.
- You agree to pay for any damages caused by your pet(s) This includes injuries to another guest and/or their pets as well as damages to Explore Brown County property or another guest's property.
- No pets will be allowed during events.
- Only service animals will be allowed during events.
Firearms and Fireworks
- Absolutely no firearms, fireworks, or weapons of any kind are permitted.
Trash
- Properly dispose of your trash in the provided containers, We recycle! Help us keep our planet green.
- There is a dumpster located across from the red barn as you exit on your left.
- A $20 fee will be charged for not recycling, burning toxins in the campfire ring, or leaving trash around the cabin.
- We recycle – All cans, glass, and plastics #1 & #2 are to be placed in recycling containers.
- All trash, both inside and outside, must be bagged and placed in a dumpster.
- Leave the area cleaner than you found it.
Gray Water Disposal
- No gray water should be released on site; a dump station is located by site #1.
Campfire
- Fires are only permitted in approved fire rings.
- Due to an Emerald Ash Borer insect infestation threat, you are not permitted to bring firewood into the campground.
- We sell approved firewood.
- Campfires are permitted in designated areas only – you may not bring wood into the facility due to state infestation regulations.
- Wood is available onsite | $15 per wheelbarrow | $7.50 armload.
Emergency
- Report any emergencies, issues, or complaints to the parking attendant (knock on the door of Cabin 11 located behind Site 4).
- When the attendant is unavailable, or in extreme emergencies, contact the Sheriff's Department.
- The phone number is posted on all campground bulletin boards.
- Please check our website to see what time our office closes.
Damages or Theft
- Guests are responsible for any damages or theft, which must be reported to the office prior to checking out.
- We are not responsible for the loss of any personal items, accidents, or other occurrences that may happen during your stay.
Behavior
- We are a family park: Appropriate conduct is required at all times.
- You must be 21 in order to consume alcoholic beverages.
- Loud, rowdy, or other inappropriate behavior will result in your removal from the campground without a refund.
No Glass Containers
- Glass containers are not permitted in the campground area due to safety issues.
Campsite Limit
- The rates for sites include up to 4 guests, additional charges will apply for additional guests.
- Your campsite may have two (2) vehicles, one wheeled camping unit plus one tent, or two tents.
- RV sites are limited to one wheeled unit only; tent sites are limited to 2 tents only with the exception of group camping.
- All vehicles and camping equipment must fit on the designated site.
Utility Hook Ups
- Water and electric hookups are available at a limited number of camping sites.
- Verify the site before making your final reservations.
- Water is shut off from November 1 - April 1.
Visitors to Campers
- Visitors must register at the main office before entering the campground.
- Visitors must park completely within the campsite or provided parking lots.
- Additional fees apply for day visitors and overnight camping guests.
Prohibited Activity
- Guests of the campground are not permitted to climb trees or access any of the zip line towers and rappelling equipment.
- Campers may hike and/or bike only on designated trails.
- Anyone found tampering, climbing, or playing on any of the activities' equipment will be asked to immediately leave the park and will be charged a $100 fine.
- Pets, all-terrain vehicles, go-carts, or scooters are not permitted in the campground area (call the office for exceptions).
- Alcoholic beverages may only be consumed by adults of legal age over 21; absolutely no firearms, fireworks, or weapons of any kind are permitted.
Disclaimer
- We want your visit to be a positive experience.
- We ask that all guests read and understand our policies before booking a cabin.
- All of our cabins are rustic and do not have inside plumbing.
- There is a public restroom and shower house within walking distance of the cabins.
- Please note: we are not responsible for electrical outages due to acts of God, no refunds based on weather.Cancellation Policy
STRICT
If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a 50% refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.
