Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AMRules
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?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.
