Pine Ridge Campground Rules & Regulations

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Please read carefully. These rules help ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for all seasonal campers. You will be asked to acknowledge that you have read and agree to these rules.

Pine Ridge Campground offers a wide range of campsites. We have established these policies and guidelines to provide an environment of respect for fellow campers and responsible behavior.

Our goal is to maintain a clean, family-oriented campground with friendly service. All campers, family members, and guests are expected to follow these rules.

These regulations protect the comfort, health, and safety of every camper and help preserve an attractive campground for all to enjoy.

Management is not responsible for loss of property by fire, theft, malicious mischief, acts of God, or acts of any third party, including but not limited to other campers, their families, or guests. Management assumes no responsibility for accidents, injuries, or loss from any cause.

Entry onto Pine Ridge Campground property by any person constitutes acknowledgment of the inherent risks of outdoor recreation and acceptance of these rules as posted.

Pine Ridge Campground reserves the right to add or alter these Rules & Regulations at any time.

Management and security reserve the right to enforce all rules and to order the removal of any offenders.

These rules are not open to interpretation. For clarification on any rule, please contact management.

Quiet Hours and Conduct

Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM. During these hours, campers must respect those who wish to sleep. Loud, intoxicated, rude, or vulgar behavior will not be tolerated and may result in eviction.

All rules will be enforced, including immediate eviction when necessary.

Large gatherings at RV sites should end by 10:00 PM. Campers may continue large gatherings at the pavilion until 11:00 PM. This is considered "courtesy hour".
No firearms, BB guns, or paintball guns are permitted on campground property.
Hunting is prohibited on campground property.
No explosives or items governed by PA State Law. No illegal items of any kind are permitted.
Please leave all domestic disputes at home. All parties involved will be escorted from the campground property immediately.
Parents are responsible for their children at all times.
Dumping grey or black water on the ground is strictly prohibited at any time. This is a PA State Law.
All fireworks are prohibited.
Anyone destroying campground property will be removed immediately.
Inebriation and intoxication will not be tolerated.
If police are called due to your actions, this may result in immediate termination and eviction or a written warning, at the sole discretion of management.
Vandalism will not be tolerated. Anyone caught damaging or defacing campground property will be asked to leave immediately, including all guests of the site. Vandalism is very costly and will be prosecuted by law.

Parental Responsibilities

The playground and basketball court close at dusk with no exceptions. It is the responsibility of parents to ensure their children leave the playground at dusk. Failure to comply will result in a written warning to the parent or guardian. Repeated violations may result in loss of playground privileges for the remainder of the season. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by a parent or adult at the playground, when walking around the park, and in the restrooms. All young adults must be back at their campsite by dark unless accompanied by an adult.

Parents are responsible for their children at all times. Any child found destroying property will result in a written warning to the parents, who will be held responsible for any repair fees. Please explain the hazards of strangers and rules within this document to your children as the same rules apply to all.

Smoking Policy

Cigarette butts must be disposed of properly. Smoking is not permitted in office buildings, cabins, the bathhouse, or rentals.

Alcohol Policy

Alcoholic beverages are permitted at campsites and entertainment areas for adults 21 and older. This is a State regulation.
Intoxication will not be tolerated. Please do not drink in excess.
Underage drinking is not permitted and will result in expulsion from the campground.
No glassware or bottles are permitted at the pool or pavilion area.

Visitor and Guest Policy

A visitor is any person who comes to your RV site for any length of time and is not listed on your lease. Please inform all family members and guests of these rules. All visitors must register at the office upon arrival.

ALL VISITORS MUST REGISTER AT THE OFFICE

No exceptions. Every guest, every visit — before entering the campground.

Guests who fail to register are not permitted on campground property and may be asked to leave immediately.

Seasonal site owners must have guests register at the office at any time of day.
There is no fee for daytime visitors unless they stay after 7:01 PM, attend entertainment, use the bathhouse, pool, or stay overnight. In such cases, they are considered guests and a fee applies.
Guests staying past 7:01 PM or attending an event must be registered before 7:00 PM. If an event starts before 7 PM, please register your guests 1 hour before the event starts.
Guest vehicles must park in designated overflow parking areas — not on roads or other campers' sites.
No guest may bring pets unless pre-approved by management.
The site lessee is fully responsible for the conduct of all visitors and guests.
Guests who do not register at the office are not permitted on campground property and may be asked to leave immediately. The site lessee may receive a warning for unregistered guests.
Registered guests are welcome to enjoy campground events and entertainment including live bands, bingo, burger bashes, themed weekends, and other scheduled activities. See the events calendar at staypineridge.com/schedule.
Renting or selling tickets at the campground is prohibited unless approved by staff (for example: selling Eventbrite tickets, strip tickets, or hosting your own event).

Sites planning large gatherings (cookouts, birthday parties, etc.) must receive approval from the office prior to the date of the event. Large groups are discouraged on holiday weekends due to the amount of people in the campground, for the safety and comfort of all campers. The office reserves the right to refuse any visitor.

All guests must register at the office guest book upon arrival. By signing in, guests acknowledge the campground rules and assume all risks associated with their visit. All vehicles must be registered and a visitor tag will be issued. Guest fee must be paid at registration. The fee is $5 per adult (age 13 and older) and $3 per child. This fee applies to all days of the week.

Holiday weekend guests (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) are required to register upon arrival, a wristband will be issued, and the guest fee applies all day, every day with no exceptions.

HOLIDAY WEEKEND VISITOR FEE — NO EXCEPTIONS

During the three major holiday weekends — Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) — a visitor fee applies to ALL guests, ALL DAY, EVERY DAY of the holiday weekend. There are no free visitor hours during these weekends.

This is a per-day fee, not per night (example: Friday 5PM to Monday 3PM = 4 days = $20 for an adult). Guests who do not pay the guest fee will not be allowed to attend events or stay beyond 7 PM. Guests who paid but are not staying overnight must leave before 11:00 PM quiet hours.

All collected guest fees are used for campground entertainment and events. Please register all guests.

Pet Policy

All pets must be on a suitable leash at all times.
Pet owners are responsible for immediate cleanup and all pet behavior.
Pets may never be left unattended.
Current vaccination records and licenses must be available upon request (seasonal campers must provide with lease).
Aggressive animals are not permitted.
Exotic or unusual pets are not allowed.
Maximum of 2 pets per site (unless additional pets are pre-approved and listed on the lease).
Do not walk pets through other campers' sites.
Excessive barking is strictly prohibited. Dogs that bark excessively — whether inside or outside the RV — create a disturbance for neighboring campers. If your dog is barking, it is your responsibility to take immediate action to stop it. Any pet creating a disturbance — including excessive barking, aggressive behavior, or roaming off-leash — will result in a written warning on the first offense. A second offense requires immediate and permanent removal of the pet for the remainder of the season. Management may require immediate removal without warning for severe incidents.

If a pet bites or attacks another pet or person, the owner must immediately remove all pets from the campground. Insurance claims must be resolved and the lease will be terminated with no refund.

No animals are permitted in or around the bathhouse, playground, swimming pool, or recreation halls. This is required by the Department of Health.

Dog Fence Policy (Updated 2023): Permanent dog fences are no longer permitted. Pre-2023 approved permanent fences are grandfathered. No new permanent fencing of any kind will be approved. All others may only use temporary, portable fencing (such as exercise pens or fold-up panels), which must be taken down and removed from sight whenever the campsite is unoccupied (whether for the day, overnight, or for the week). Temporary fencing left at an empty site will be removed by staff.

Management reserves the right to deny any pet from the campground.

Vehicle and Transportation Rules

The speed limit is 5 mph throughout the campground. Please drive carefully for the safety of children and to minimize dust.

Pedestrians always have the right of way.
Do not block roads, entrances, or the bathhouse with vehicles or golf carts.
All road signs must be obeyed.
Parking on another camper's site requires that site's owner's permission.
Dust courtesy: Our roads are gravel and during dry conditions, vehicles traveling too fast kick up significant dust that blows directly into neighboring campsites, RVs, and outdoor living areas. Please drive at slower speeds during dry, dusty conditions. This applies to all vehicles, trucks, cars, and golf carts.
Golf Carts: All golf carts must be operated by a driver 16 years or older with a valid driver's license. All golf carts must be insured and a copy of insurance must be provided with the lease. The owner of the golf cart is responsible for the cart and who drives it. All riders must be seated, no more passengers than seating allows, and absolutely no standing on golf carts while in motion. Golf cart drivers must drive on roads and approved trails only — do not cross through campsites. Carts must have operational headlights after dark; flashlights are not acceptable. Gas golf carts must have a quiet exhaust system and stock motors. Please secure your golf cart when not in use. All golf cart owners assume full responsibility for accidents, injuries, or loss from any cause. Golf cart drivers are prohibited from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Violation of golf cart rules will result in a warning. Future violations will result in loss of golf cart privileges, and in certain circumstances, eviction may occur. All golf carts must display the site number and obey the 5 mph speed limit. Golf carts are not permitted on public roads such as Shippensburg Road. Pine Ridge Campground has the right to modify golf cart rules at any time without notice and changes will be posted.
ATVs and Similar Vehicles: ATVs, off-road utility vehicles, recreation utility vehicles, Kawasaki Mules, pit bikes, John Deere Gators, dirt bikes, and dune buggies are not permitted to be driven in the campground. Due to the State Forest ATV trails being close to our facility, you may have these vehicles on the property, but they may be kept trailered and offloaded only at the designated ATV parking lots. Golf carts are the only approved non-licensed vehicles.
Bicycles: No riding through RV sites. Pennsylvania law requires helmets for everyone under age 12, whether operating a bicycle or riding as a passenger in a restraining seat or trailer. No bicycle riding at dusk or after dark. At dusk, all bicycles must be safely secured at RV sites.
A maximum of 2 vehicles are permitted per site. There are two parking spots per campsite lot — one gravel, one grass. Visitor vehicles must use overflow parking only. No parking in roadways.

Security Gates: Always stop completely at entrance and exit gates. Only one vehicle may pass at a time. Do not tailgate. Access cards may not be given to friends or family. Food delivery drivers must be met at the front gate. Lost cards must be reported immediately. Access cards may not be given to non-registered individuals. The gate will close automatically and the campground is not responsible for any damage to vehicles that attempt to follow through without scanning.

Campsite Maintenance and Appearance

Sites must be kept clean, tidy, and presentable at all times.
Lawns must be mowed regularly. Fees may be assessed for failure to maintain the site.
No offensive signage is permitted.
Do not leave trash outside for prolonged periods or store unnecessary items under or around RVs.
Items that can hold water and breed mosquitoes must be removed.
Weathered or damaged decorations must be replaced or removed.
Utility trailers, ATV trailers, and enclosed trailers may not be stored at seasonal sites.
Personal vehicles may not be left unattended for extended periods.
No permanent clotheslines. Towels may be dried but must be removed when dry.
One shed per lot (see Site Improvements section for requirements).
Do not cross through other campers' sites. Use roadways.

Site Improvements and Landscaping

All permanent landscaping and ground improvements (trees, shrubs, flowers, gravel, stone work, etc.) become the property of Pine Ridge Campground upon installation and must remain when the site is vacated. Removable structures (decks, sheds, etc.) remain the property of the Tenant and must be removed at the end of the lease if not renewed. All improvements require prior office approval.

Gravel and Stones: No additional gravel or stones may be brought in except up to 9 sq. ft. in the fire pit area. No pavers of any kind are permitted — this includes paver patios, paver walkways, and any quantity of individual pavers on lots. No exceptions. Additional gravel or stone beyond these limits is a violation and will result in immediate eviction from the campground and a cleanup fee assessed to the site lot lessee.

Sheds: One shed per lot, maximum 64 sq. ft. (example: 8x8'). Sheds must be Rubbermaid-style or new pre-built vinyl/painted construction. No metal or garden sheds. No two-story construction. Location and construction must be approved by staff. No permanent buildings, carports, or enclosures.

Decks: Decks must be constructed of treated lumber or composite decking. Decks may not extend beyond the camper length or wrap around the back. Decks higher than 15" require railings. Decking cannot be built around RV pedestals. All construction requires prior approval. Deck transfers require office approval. Decks in poor condition, rotting, damaged, or not up to standards will not be approved for transfer. If a deck does not meet standards, the current owner is responsible to remove or repair it and may not pass it to someone else. Unapproved transfers are not recognized and the original owner remains responsible for cleanup or removal costs. The campground reserves the right to require removal of any deck deemed unsafe, unsightly, or non-compliant, at the owner's expense.

Roofs and Enclosures: Roofs must be vinyl or silver top. Lean-tos over RVs are prohibited. Screened aluminum enclosures are the only approved additions. No carports.

Gazebos and Event Tents: Event tents must be taken down after events. Gazebos are allowed on decks and at RV sites, but sides must be able to open with no storage underneath. No concrete is permitted as this makes the structure permanent, which is not allowed by township regulations.

Trees and Land: No removal, defacing, cutting, carving, or installation of nails/screws in trees without approval. An RV may need to be moved if a tree needs to be cut down near your site. Alternatively, you may sign a waiver releasing the campground of responsibility.

All site improvements must be approved prior to installation.

Fire Safety and Campfires

Firewood must be purchased from the office or approved local vendors. Receipts must be retained. Firewood is approved to be burned in fire rings only, at RV sites. This is in accordance with state regulations; more information can be found at dontmovefirewood.org.

Campfires are permitted in provided fire rings or camper-owned fire pits. Fires must be completely extinguished before retiring. Fires may not be left unattended. Do not burn garbage, cans, or cigarette butts. Fires are prohibited during burn bans or when water is off.

Fire pits must be cleaned after each use. No trash or debris may be left in fire pits.

Utilities, Waste, and Conservation

Water Usage: Water is supplied from a well source that is extremely limited. Please conserve water and do not allow water to run unnecessarily. Please speak to family and guests about water etiquette. The water is safe to drink and processed through on-site filtration. Additional filtering is recommended due to high mineral content. Keep hoses and faucets from leaking. No washing of vehicles using campground water (separate RV/golf cart washing policy applies). No washer or dryer use in RVs.

Septic and Dump Station: Never flush grey or black water onto the ground. No flushable wipes, paper towels, or feminine products in the sewer system.

Trash and Recycling: Dumpsters are for regular household trash only, in sealed bags. Prohibited items include furniture, appliances, building materials, tires, electronics, and large bulky items. Cardboard and large boxes must be flattened and placed in recycling — not in trash cans or dumpsters. Recycling containers are available near the dumpster — please clean and crush cans before recycling. If you have items that don't belong in the dumpster, it is your responsibility to take them with you when you leave. Improper use of dumpsters may result in a written warning and you may be charged a disposal fee. Repeated violations may result in further action.

RV and Golf Cart Washing: A $30 wash fee is required before using campground water. You must notify the office and pay the fee before washing. You will be added to a scheduled date that works with your schedule and our water supply levels. Washing is permitted Monday through Thursday only. Washing without notifying the office and paying the fee will result in being charged the $30 fee and issued a warning. Any outside power washing company or contractor must bring and use their own water supply. Our water supply is limited and shared by all campers — these rules help ensure adequate water pressure and availability for everyone throughout the season.

Facilities

Pavilion and Events: Most events are held on Saturday evenings, starting at 6:00 to 7:00 PM. 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM is open to all ages. 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM is adult time — children do not have to leave, but must be accompanied by an adult. No vulgar language, public intoxication, bottle drinks on the dance floor, dirty dancing, or offensive shirts.

Bathhouse: Please be considerate to the cleaning staff and to other campers, and help keep it clean. No graffiti or destruction to bathroom stalls or showers will be tolerated. Please be conservative with water and supplies provided. Make sure water is turned off when not in use. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Report any damages, malfunctions, leaks, or water problems immediately to the office — we are on a well water system and issues could affect the whole campground. No smoking or pets. Doors are locked from 12:30 AM to 5:30 AM. Please check to make sure the door is secured when you leave. Do not open access doors for people you do not know — they must use their own access cards.

Pool: Pool rules are posted at the facility. No lifeguard on duty — swim at your own risk. Children in diapers must wear swim diapers. Regular diapers can cause damage to pool filtration equipment. No one under 13 may be in the pool without an adult. Swim suits only (no street clothing — shorts with zippers can damage the pool). No glass bottles or food permitted. You may have aluminum or plastic bottles. No running, no roughhousing. No swimming after dark or during storms or lightning. No smoking or pets inside the pool area. Always use stairs to exit the pool. Always use bathroom facilities, never in the pool. Seasonal campers must be present at the pool when guests are visiting.

Pool Guests: The pool is for our campers only. Any camper having guests use the pool at any time of the day is subject to the guest fee ($5 per adult, $3 per child). This fee applies to all days of the week.

Ice and Vending: All items must be paid for at time of purchase. No tabs or loans.

Seasonal Site Policies

Payments and Deposits: Seasonal rent is due by the date specified in your lease. A late fee of 10% of the remaining balance after deposit will be applied if payment is not received by the due date. Management will move at their discretion any RV where lot rent remains unpaid more than 2 weeks after the due date, at the expense of the tenant. Tenant will be responsible for one month's seasonal rate, storage fee, and towing fee. All prior deposits will be forfeited. If deposit not made by August 1, we assume site will not be renewed for following season and site must be vacated by September 30. A seasonal site release form must be signed before leaving. Electric must be paid before leaving. A renewal deposit must be paid by August 1. Site change requests begin July 1 with a $250 fee. The requester is placed on a waiting list. In September, the campground reviews the list and assigns available sites. If you choose a new site, current rate for that site will apply. You may choose to pass and your fee will be refunded. You can apply again next year. Seniority does not influence the process.

Electric Service: Only one RV hookup per meter. Electric is billed per kWh as listed on your lease. Bills are due within 15 days of the billing date. A $25.00 late fee will be applied to any balance not paid by the due date. After an additional 2 weeks, service will be disconnected until payment is made, unless arrangements have been made. A $100 deposit will be required to restore service. Pine Ridge Campground will not assume responsibility for electrical failures. We suggest you limit perishables when absent from camp. All electrical invoices are sent via email to tenants. Payment can be made at the office, or online with credit cards. Failure to provide an email address for invoicing will result in a paper copy placed in your mailbox at the camp office, and the same payment rules apply. All tenants are encouraged to keep records of their kWh use. A monthly copy of all records is kept at the office.

RV Sales and Transfers: Outside sales are not permitted on campground property. If you wish to sell your RV to someone who is not a current seasonal tenant, the RV must be removed from the campground before the sale takes place. Transfer fee must be paid before the transaction is finalized and before the new owner may occupy the site. Both parties must notify the office before any sale is agreed upon. Not all transfers may be approved. When an RV is sold between tenants, the seller forfeits their current lease and any remaining payments. New lease and full payment due immediately from new site owner, in addition to transfer fee. All sales must be approved by Pine Ridge Campground before being listed or advertised. Selling your RV within the campground is a privilege, not a right. Sales between current seasonal tenants require prior approval and a $1,000 transfer fee. No subletting of any kind (including Airbnb, VRBO, or similar) is permitted. RVs over 15 years of age are not permitted. Subletting will result in immediate eviction with no refund.

Occupancy: A seasonal camper is defined as camping on a weekend basis, for extended vacations, or occasional weeks, not to exceed 14 days in any given month or 10 consecutive days. Pine Ridge has a no family sharing policy — only primary tenants and their children may use the site. No sharing with other family members, parents, siblings, friends without primary tenants present. Only primary tenants listed on the lease and their immediate children may use the site without the primary tenant present. No minors or guests may use the site without the primary tenant. A signed Tow & Go Authorization consent document is required. Adult Children (Age 18+): Children 18 years of age or older who are listed on the lease are subject to a $100 per season fee. This fee is waived for children currently enrolled full-time in college — proof of enrollment may be requested by management.

Address: Seasonal campsites cannot have a permanent address at Pine Ridge due to township regulations. Campers may not receive mail or use the campground address as a mailing address.

Site Maintenance: All tenants are responsible for maintaining their own lot, including grass mowing, leaf removal, etc. Pine Ridge Campground has a variety of tools, mowers, etc. available for use by primary tenants. If sites are not maintained, the campground may assess a fee for maintenance and cleanup. You may make arrangements with other campers to maintain your site in your absence.

Business Activities: A business is defined as a service in which a person charges or provides a service with some sort of reimbursement. No one may conduct a business on the grounds such as contracting, sales, service, etc., unless prior approval is made by Pine Ridge Campground. We understand people are handy and may do a job or task for you. Pine Ridge Campground is not involved in and assumes no liability for work performed by outside individuals or contractors. Any such arrangement is between the parties involved. Items being sold amongst campers is a personal transaction and not the campground's responsibility.

Registration Requirements: Any items requiring state or federal registration — including kayaks, canoes, bikes, etc. — are required to be up to date or removed from your RV site. Plates, tags, and registration must be up to date at all times.

Camping Season

Official Camping Season:	April 1 – September 30
Water On / Off:	Approximately April 15 – October 15
Gates Open:	Approximately March 15 – November 15

Limited access may be granted outside the official season at the camper's own risk. Water and utilities may not be available during these periods. Exact dates for water turn-on/off and gate opening/closing may vary by year and weather conditions.

If you are a seasonal site lessee, you may come to the campground during the off-season to check your belongings or to stay if you would like. During gate closure (approximately November 15 – March 15), campers may park at the main lot and walk to their site at their own risk. Roads will not be plowed during the off-season.

Due to township regulations, prolonged stays are prohibited as this is a seasonal campground, not a year-round facility.

Pine Ridge Campground recommends all seasonal site tenants winterize their RVs by October 15, disconnect the water supply, and pump out.

Enforcement

Any violation of these rules may result in warnings, fines, loss of privileges, or eviction. Repeated violations or serious offenses will result in immediate eviction.

Final Note

As tenants of this campground, this is your second home, and we want it to be nice and welcoming. We welcome any suggestions or ideas that may improve our campground.

Any questions, comments, or concerns can be brought to campground staff in the office, or placed in the black box at the front door of the office to remain anonymous.

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