Sterling Creek Campground

Check-in Procedure - Check-in time is 2:00 pm. - Check-out time is 11:00 am. - Check-in at the office upon arrival. - For late check-ins, please check the night registration board for your reservation and check in at the office in the morning. - If the office is unattended, please call (315) 947-6163. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Campsite Capacity - 1 RV or 1 tent per campsite with a total of 6 people (maximum of 4 adults). - A maximum of one vehicle and one small boat may be parked on your reserved site. Speed Limit - The speed limit in the park is 5 MPH at all times. - For safety reasons, this is strictly enforced. Children - Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. - Playground hours are 8:00 am to dusk. Pets - We are a pet-friendly park, however, All pets must remain leashed at all times. - Please be sure to pick up your pet immediately, using a plastic bag and disposing of it in the dumpster. - Pets are not allowed in cabins or RV rentals. Quiet Time - Quiet time is 10:00 pm - 8:00 am and will be strictly enforced. - Please be respectful of other campers and make this an enjoyable experience for everyone. - Children under 18 must be at their campsite during quiet hours unless accompanied by the registered guest. Behavior - We are a family-friendly campground. - Obscene language or disorderly conduct will not be tolerated. - Harassment of other guests, because of sex, race, age, color, creed, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity is strictly prohibited. - Examples of conduct prohibited by this policy include using racial and ethnic slurs, making offensive references to stereotypes, or making jokes about characteristics protected by law. Damage or Theft - Sterling Creek Campground is not responsible for damage or theft. - Please secure all valuables if you leave the area. Campfires - Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings only and must be extinguished before retiring or leaving the site. - Do not move fire rings. - Chainsaws and defacing trees in any way are prohibited. - Firewood is available for purchase at the store. - No outside firewood is permitted. - Do not burn garbage, building lumber, plastic, glass, or metal. Illegal Drugs, Weapons, and Fireworks - Illegal drugs, firecrackers, fireworks, sparklers, sky lanterns, firearms, Air Horns, BB guns, paintball guns, slingshots, archery equipment, or any other type of explosives or weapons are not permitted. Trash - A dumpster is located near the office. - Be sure to bag all garbage and place it in the dumpster before leaving. - Returnable $.05 bottles and cans may be left behind in the office. - All money received from their return will be donated to our crafts fund and Friends of the Sterling Nature Center. Water Usage - Our water comes from a well system and is treated with chlorine per Cayuga Co. Health Department regulations. - Please help us conserve water whenever possible. Cleanliness of Campground Amenities - Please help to keep bathrooms, showers, and the playground clean. - If you see a problem, please let us know so that we can address it immediately. Emergency - A first aid kit is located in the office. Call 911 in case of emergency. NYS Laws - All NYS laws are to be adhered to at all times, some of which include: - Absolutely no underage drinking of alcoholic beverages. - Absolutely no illegal drugs of any kind. - Helmets must be worn by children who are on bicycles. Vehicle - A valid driver's license is required to operate any motorized vehicle within the park. - Park use of 4-wheelers, ATVs, golf carts, etc are not permitted by guests. - Golf carts are allowed for seasonal guests only. - To be welcoming to all, only United States of America flags may be displayed or flown. - The exception to this would be temporary birthday party decorations or decorations matching a theme weekend event we are hosting, for example, Halloween. Smoking and Vaping - Smoking and vaping are allowed only on your reserved site and are not permitted in cabins or rental campers. Access To The Creek - Access to the creek is at your own risk. - Be aware that the other side of the creek is NY State property. Campground Etiquette - Don’t walk through other people’s sites. - Would you want someone walking through your house to get to the house behind you? - Pack out what you pack in. Unless it’s precious metals, the next guests most likely don’t want what you’re leaving. - Don’t litter. It’s just not cool and the creek, lake, and wildlife will thank you for it. Not to mention the other guests and staff. - Store your trash and food properly overnight. - You’ll be bummed in the morning to see that some critter swiped it all or spread it all over the campground. - Be nice. There is just no reason not to be. - Have fun and enjoy nature!! Isn’t that the main reason you came camping?