Gotta Getaway RV Park Rules
Please review these rules before and during your stay so everyone has a great time.
Hours Of Operations
We are currently in our 2026 season and are now accepting reservations for 2027!
2026 Season: May 1st, 2026 – November 2nd, 2026
2027 Season: April 30th, 2027 – November 1st, 2027
POOL (Memorial Day thru September)
Hours Published on our Activities Calendar on our Activities page.
*Pool Hours may change due to inclement weather and available daylight.
Arcade & Indoor Recreation Building
Sunday-Thursday, 10 AM to 7 PM
Friday-Saturday, 10 AM to 11 PM
Holidays, 10 AM to 11 PM
Campground Store
Sunday-Thursday, 10 AM to 7 PM
Friday-Saturday, 10 AM to 10 PM
Holidays, 10 AM to 10 PM
Store On-Demand
(via Phone, Text, Messenger, etc...)
Every day until 10 PM (Allow 10 Minutes for someone to arrive)
Wood Delivery
Every day, 10 AM to 8 PM
General Campground Rules
- All Campers must register before entering the campground. A maximum of 6 overnight campers are allowed per site (RV/Tent Combo Sites allow up to 10).
- 1 RV permitted per RV site. Tents are only permitted on Sites 60-63 (without RV), designated Tent sites, & RV/Tent Combo Sites.
- Maximum per site: 1 RV & 2 tents max permitted per RV/Tent Combo Site, or 3 Tents max permitted per Tent only camping site.
- All RV sites are self-contained with water and electric hookups. A dump station is available for wastewater disposal.
- Visitors must purchase a visitor day pass before entering the campground.
- One vehicle per site. A parking pass must be displayed on the windshield at all times. Additional parking is available; see the park map.
- All vehicles, RVs, and golf carts must have a valid active insurance policy. Uninsured vehicles must be removed.
- Subleasing of campsite, RV site, and cabin is prohibited.
- 1-Night EV Car Camping Site: Overnight stay with EV charging bundled into the rate.
- EV Charging for Campers: $25/day at the designated charging station near the pool. Note: Plugging an EV into a standard campsite pedestal is strictly prohibited without prior office approval.
- The speed Limit is 5 MPH.
- Damage to any park property will be assessed and charged to the registered camper.
- No refunds will be given due to the weather.
- Golf Carts & Electric Scooters: Electric carts, e-bikes, and scooters are allowed but must strictly adhere to the 5 MPH speed limit and stay on designated roads only (riding across grass or campsites is prohibited). Operators must meet manufacturer age minimums for the vehicle; young children are not permitted to operate adult e-scooters or motorized vehicles. Helmets are required for minors operating electric scooters. Gas carts and motorized devices must not operate past 11 PM.
- Motorized bicycles and motorized ATV's are not permitted.
- Camping Equipment & Vehicles: General car camping in standard passenger vehicles is strictly prohibited. You must have a manufactured, self-contained Recreational Vehicle, Tent, or other manufactured portable camping unit (e.g., Truck Camper, pop-up). EV Exception: Car camping in an Electric Vehicle is only permitted on our designated EV Overnight Pull-Thru sites, and only in EVs explicitly designed with an integrated "Camp Mode" or manufactured camping setup (e.g., Rivian, Tesla, Ford F-150 Lightning with camper shell).
- RV Age Requirement (Stays of 1 Month or Longer): For reservations of one month or longer, RVs must be 10 years old or newer. Older RVs are welcome with prior approval - please email photos of your RV to [email protected] for review.
Park Etiquette
- Please do not walk, drive or park on campsites other than your own.
- Place all trash in the dumpster located behind the main building (See map). Leaving trash at your site will incur a minimum $25 cleanup fee and may result in an ejection from the property.
- Do not take picnic tables or fire rings from other sites.
- Please clean up after activities.
Visitors & Guest Registration
- All Visitors must stop at our office to register and obtain a visitor's car pass.
- Guests not listed on your reservation during online check-in will be required to purchase a visitor pass.
- Anyone on the property not registered will be asked to leave immediately and is trespassing.
Check-In / Check-Out & Fees
- Check-in is between 2 PM and 10 PM.
- Campsite Check-out: 12:00 PM
- Cabin/Cottage Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Early Check-In Fee: $25.00 Fee AND Manager approval if prior to 2 pm.
- Late Check-out Fees: 12 PM-2 PM = $10 | 2 PM – 5 PM = $25 | 5 PM or later = Additional night rate (automatically billed).
- Late Check-out & Early Check-in is based on availability and is not guaranteed.
Pets 🐾
- Pets are limited to 2 per site or 4 small pets per site.
- Restricted Areas: Pets are STRICTLY PROHIBITED on Tent-Only sites and inside Cabins and Cottages. Furthermore, pets are not allowed in any park buildings, shower houses, the pond, or the pool area.
- All pets must be on a leash at all times, and you must pick up after them. Pet feces found on your site will incur a cleanup fee.
- Per Ohio Law, all pets must be registered at check-in, and vaccination documentation must be on hand.
- Never leave your pets unattended. Do not allow pets to annoy other guests (includes excessive barking).
- Pets may not be tied to park property (fence, picnic table, tree, etc…) and left unattended at any time.
- Dog Park - Leashes: Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the dog park.
- Dog Park - Waste: Dog waste must be cleaned up by owners.
- Dog Park - Supervision: Owners must remain within the dog park and supervise their dog, with a leash readily available.
- Dog Handlers: Dog handlers must be at least 16 years of age.
- Children in the Dog Park: Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.
- Aggressive Dogs: Aggressive dogs must be removed from the dog park immediately.
- Voice Control: Dogs should be under voice control at all times.
Quiet Hours
- Quiet Hours are between 11 PM and 8 AM.
- Rule of Thumb: Be mindful of your camping neighbors—if they can hear it, it's too loud.
- All children 16 and under must remain on your site during quiet hours.
Pool & Pond
- Anyone under the age of 14 must have an adult inside the pool fence with them at all times.
- No Pool Lifeguard - Swim at your own risk. No solo swimming.
- Babies/Not potty-trained children are not permitted in the pool without swim diapers.
- No smoking or glass containers are allowed inside the pool area.
- No Diving – Read posted pool rules.
- The pond is off-limits after dusk and before dawn.
- All pond fishing is on a catch-and-release program.
- Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult around the pond. No swimming allowed.
- No personal music/speakers allowed in the pool area. Touchtunes music is available at the pool via the Touhctunes app.
Fire Rings 🔥 & Dumping
- Fire Rings should never be moved from their original location without contacting us first.
- Only burn wood or charcoal. DO NOT burn wood with nails, trash (IE; Plastic, Glass, Aluminum – a $25 site Cleanup-Fee will be assessed).
- Gray and black water MUST be dumped in the designated dump station. Dumping anywhere else is illegal and will result in a sanitation cleanup fee of at least $200 and immediate ejection from the property.
- Trees are the property of the park; cutting down trees is strictly prohibited.
Safety & Boundaries
- No digging, metal rods, or any ground penetration allowed other than tent stakes.
- No fireworks, firecrackers, poppers, or smoke bombs of any kind are permitted.
- Smoking is not permitted in any of our buildings or restrooms.
- Never enter the neighbors' property/farmland. Damage to their property will result in a fine of up to $500 per person and trespassing.
- Inappropriate behavior (fighting, vandalism, theft, illegal drug use, weapons) will not be tolerated.
- Management reserves the right to refuse service and to eject anyone from the premises without a refund, warning, or having to state a reason.
Pavilion & Pergola Rentals
- Picnic Pavilion: Rental includes the covered space and up to 50 visitor passes for your guests.
- Pool Pergola: The rental rate covers the reserved poolside shaded area for the designated rental period. It does not include visitor passes or pool passes for non-registered guests. Registered campers already have full pool access included in their stay. Any non-registered guests joining you at the pergola must purchase a daily visitor/pool pass at the office.
Daytime Visitors & Pool Passes
Includes Parking, ages 2 and under are free.
- Daytime Visitors Pass: Pricing on rates page
- Evening Visitors Pass: Pricing on rates page (after 6 PM)
- Single Day Pool Pass: Pricing on rates page
- Season Pool Pass: Pricing on rates page
Long-Term Stays (28+ days) & Other Notes
- RV Age: RVs older than 10 years require prior approval from management (submit pictures via e-mail).
- USPS Mail: Personal mail is not permitted to be sent to our business address (you may not use our business address as residency).
- Tent Camping on RV Sites: Not permitted. Please book an RV/Tent Combo or RV/tent buddy site.
- RV Max Length: Reservations with equipment exceeding the site's maximum length will not receive a refund.
- Payment Methods: All reservations for a stay less than 1 week must be made via credit card.
- Discounts: Permitted on "Daily Reservations" only. Military and First Responder discounts require validation. Good Sam discounts are no longer accepted.
Winter Storage Option
The Winter Storage Period is defined as any period outside of the official operating season dates. The following rules apply during this time:
- The RV unit may remain on the site unoccupied & insured for the full winter storage period.
- No entry to the property is permitted within this period.
- If entry is required during the winter storage period, a site escort by a Gotta Getaway RV Park representative is mandatory at an additional cost of a minimum of $250.
- Entry to the property without permission is considered Trespassing.
- Vehicle access is prohibited and roads will be blocked off.
Gotta Getaway RV Park Cancellation Policy
This policy governs the cancellation and rescheduling of all reservations.
Non-Refundable Charges
- Reservations booked under a "Non-Refundable" rate.
- Travel Protection Fees.
- Seasonal and Monthly reservation deposits (deposits to hold spots are non-refundable for any reason).
Standard Rate Cancellation Matrix
| Cancellation Timeframe | Action Taken | Gift Certificate Option |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days or more before arrival | Refund issued, minus a $10 cancellation fee. | Choose a full refund as a Gotta Getaway Gift Certificate to waive the $10 fee. |
| Within 7 days of arrival (Non-Holiday) | Deposit (the first night's rate) is forfeited. Any remaining pre-paid nights will be refunded. | Forfeit is waived if you choose to receive the full amount paid as a Gotta Getaway Gift Certificate. |
| Within 7 days of arrival (Holidays/Special Events*) | You will forfeit 100% of your entire reservation amount. | The gift certificate option is not available for these forfeitures. |
*Holidays & Special Event Weekends include: Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Halloween Weekends.
Rescheduling Policy
- Non-Refundable Status: Reservations booked under a "Non-Refundable" rate cannot be rescheduled for any reason.
- Rescheduling within 14 Days (Standard Rate): If you choose to reschedule your Standard Rate reservation within 14 days of your original arrival date, your reservation immediately becomes Non-Refundable and cannot be changed or canceled again for a monetary refund.
- Holiday/Special Event Rescheduling: Reservations for specified holiday and special event weekends cannot be rescheduled within 7 days of your arrival date.
Important Notes
- Day of Check-in: Cancellations or rescheduling are not permitted after 12:00 AM (midnight) on the scheduled date of check-in. Guests who do not arrive (No-Shows) will forfeit 100% of the reservation amount.
- Daily Deposit: For all Daily Standard Rate Reservations, the required deposit is equal to the first night's rate.
- Gift Certificate Expiration: Gift Certificates must be used for a future stay within three (3) years of the issue date.
RV's exceeding the site's maximum length: The online booking system is programmed for each site's allowable maximum length. Reservations that exceed the site's maximum allowable length upon arrival will not receive a refund.
Rules & Policies FAQ
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is between 2 PM and 10 PM. Campsite check-out is 12 PM; cabin and cottage check-out is 11 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are fee-based and subject to availability.
How many pets can I bring?
Up to 2 pets (or 4 small pets) per site. Pets aren't allowed on tent-only sites, inside cottages or cabins, or in the pool area.
What's the speed limit in the park?
5 MPH throughout the park, including golf carts and e-bikes, which must stay on designated roads only.
Can I bring visitors?
All visitors must stop at the office to register and obtain a visitor's car pass before entering. Anyone on the property who isn't registered will be asked to leave.
Do you allow tent camping or car camping?
Tents are welcome on designated tent sites and RV/tent combo sites. General car camping in a standard passenger vehicle isn't permitted - you'll need a self-contained RV, tent, or manufactured camping unit (with a specific exception for EVs with a built-in camp mode).