Lakefield Campground is operated by Otonabee Conservation through an agreement with the Township of Selwyn.
Properties owned and operated by the Otonabee Region Conservation Authority are regulated under the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER C.27, R.R.O. 1990, REGULATION 128 CONSERVATION AREAS – OTONABEE REGION. The terms and conditions below are deemed as notice of the permitted or prohibited activities in accordance with the Trespass to Property Act, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER T.21. Other federal, provincial, and municipal laws may apply.
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Please read all Seasonal Camping Permit Terms and Conditions carefully before filling out the Seasonal Camping Permit Agreement Form at the bottom of this page. Thank you.
Seasonal Camping Permit Terms and Conditions
- A Seasonal Camping Agreement must be completed and authorized, and all seasonal camping fees paid in full before any person shall be issued a Seasonal Camping Permit to occupy the specified Seasonal Campsite. Access will be denied to any seasonal camper who has not paid their fee.
- Seasonal Campsite occupancy shall only be within the specified operating season. No person shall occupy or make other use of a Seasonal Campsite other than as specified in the agreement and on the issued Seasonal Camping Permit.
- Seasonal Camping Permits are not transferable.
- Person named as the Seasonal Camping Permit Holder must occupy the campsite designated in the permit.
- Person named as the Seasonal Camping Permit Holder must be the same name shown on the current Winter Storage Agreement for the specified campsite unless the person is a newly authorized occupant to the campsite.
- All Seasonal Campsites without an authorized Winter Storage Agreement in place must be vacated and left in a clean condition by the end of normal business hours on the final day of the occupancy period as specified in the agreement and on the issued Seasonal Camping Permit.
- The minimum term of a Seasonal Camping Permit shall be 90 days. The Seasonal Camping Permit holder may withdraw from the agreement by providing seven (7) days written notice and is entitled to a refund of unused camping fees according to a schedule prepared for that purpose.
Site Occupancy
- A maximum of six people, or greater number, if they are a single family of parents and their children, are permitted to occupy a campsite.
- A Seasonal Camping Permit allows for one camping trailer or one camping-purpose vehicle per campsite. The Campground Supervisor or designated staff may refuse entry or instruct the removal of any such trailer, vehicle or other item of equipment deemed not suitable to the purpose of camping.
- Tents for camping or dining may be placed on the campsite. The Campground Supervisor or designated staff may limit the number of tents placed on a site.
- A Seasonal Camping Permit allows parking for up to two vehicles per campsite. Additional parking is available in the visitor parking lot. A camping-purpose vehicle shall not be permitted as an additional vehicle.
- The Seasonal Camping Permit holder is responsible for the conduct of any person who resides on the Permit holder’s site, including registered occupants, day visitors, or overnight guests.
- Minors (persons under 19 years of age) are not permitted to stay overnight unless accompanied by an adult.
- Visitors must leave the campground by 10 p.m.
- Overnight guests are permitted, subject to the occupancy limit of six persons per site. Overnight guests are subject to any admission, camping, parking, or other applicable fees that may be in place.
- The Campground Supervisor or designated staff hold authority to limit the number of permitted visitors on a campsite. Visitors are subject to any admission, parking, or other applicable fees that may be in place.
Site Maintenance
- Seasonal Campsites must always remain in a clean and sanitary condition throughout the occupancy period as specified in the agreement and on the issued Seasonal Camping Permit.
- Only equipment designed and intended for the purpose of camping or similar outdoor recreational activity may be placed on a campsite.
- Landscaping, excavation, or any other physical alteration to a campsite is not permitted.
- Outdoor storage or placement of refrigerators, freezers, or any other appliance except for propane or charcoal-fueled barbecues is not permitted on a campsite.
- Construction, placement, usage, or maintenance of anything that may pose an undue hazard or danger to any person on a campsite is not permitted. The Campground Supervisor or designated staff may direct that anything that is or may be deemed to be a hazard, danger or inappropriate be immediately repaired or removed.
Sheds
Each campsite is permitted one storage shed and is subject to a maximum footprint of 3’-7” wide, 7’0” long and a maximum height of 7’6”. Before placement of storage sheds, they must be approved by the Campground Supervisor or designated staff.
Decks
- Each campsite is permitted one deck. A deck must not exceed 100% of the length of the main trailer unit, or 10’ in depth, or at an elevation greater than 24” above grade. Before the construction of a deck, it must be approved by the Campground Supervisor or designated staff.
- Decks must be supported on the ground or a non-permanent fashion and must be capable of being moved or relocated manually to another location if required.
- Decks must not be constructed closer than 10 feet from the neighbouring structures.
- Permanent canopies of any kind, extending from the trailer unit are not permitted.
- Decks must be constructed in accordance with the regulatory provisions of the Ontario Building Code and where necessary subject to a building permit.
- Underground services must be identified before deck construction to avoid erecting the deck over said services.
Liquid Waste Management
- Sewage, wastewater, and grey water must be deposited at designated disposal area.
- Transient campers may use the disposal station subject to payment of the applicable fee.
- Seasonal campers will receive:
- one pump-out service per week conducted by a third-party provider. Costs for this service will be included in the seasonal fee.
- own use of portable disposal unit (unit(s) will be supplied and available for campers to dispose of waste using a portable unit and disposing at the designated disposal area)
- All campers are solely liable for any clean-up, restoration, or other costs incurred as the result of the failure or improper operation of a sewage or wastewater system they keep or maintain in the campground.
- The use of the designated disposal area is restricted to campers, i.e. members of the general public are not permitted to use the disposal station.
Waste and Recycling Management
- All garbage, and recyclable materials must be deposited at designated disposal areas.
- Campers must sort garbage and recyclables and must use clear garbage bags.
- Sites must be kept free of garbage, recycling, and miscellaneous debris.
Animals
- Animals other than a dog or cat are not permitted.
- Animals must be secured by a leash that is no more than two metres long.
- Animals are not permitted to enter water designated for swimming, wading and bathing, a designated beach area, washroom or gatehouse buildings, any other place as posted or designated by the Campground Supervisor.
- Animals are not permitted to make excessive noise or disturb other visitors.
- Stoop and scoop is required at all times. Please clean up after your pets.
- The Campground Supervisor or designated staff may direct that any animal that is deemed or may be detrimental to the operation of the campground be removed. Any animal removed will not be permitted to return to the premises.
- Pet owners shall follow applicable Township Animal Control By-laws.
Noise
- Use of sound systems, media devices, and other loud equipment is not permitted after 10:00 p.m.
- Quiet time is in effect from 12:00 a.m. midnight until 8:00 a.m. No excessive noise is permitted at any time.
Alcohol
- Possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages is restricted to your campsite. Please Drink Responsibly.
- Otonabee Conservation may at its discretion implement an alcohol ban if deemed necessary. While in effect any such ban shall also apply to Seasonal Camping Permit holders.
Campfires / Firewood
- Campfires are only allowed in the fireplace provided at the campsite.
- Ensure that the fire does not exceed 92 centimeters (3 feet, maximum) in all directions.
- Campfires must not be left unattended.
- Please ensure that the campfire has been completely extinguished before leaving the campsite.
- Campfires are subject to further restrictions or prohibitions as required by local burning bylaw.
- The removal or cutting of living or dead trees for any purpose including foraging for deadfall is not permitted.
- Burning of only firewood is permitted. Materials not permitted to burn include wooden pallets, construction materials, garbage, or similar items. The Campground Supervisor or designated staff can remove any material not permitted for burning from a campsite.
- Firewood must be stored neatly at the back of the campsite.
General
- Motor vehicles must remain on designated roadways.
- Motor vehicles must not exceed 20 km/h posted speed limit unless otherwise posted.
- No person shall, in the campground,
- deface, remove or damage any property;
- cut, remove, injure or destroy any plants, trees, shrubs, flowers or other growing thing;
- remove or destroy any soil or rock;
- use abusive, insulting or threatening language, or make excessive noise or disturb other persons;
- kill, trap, pursue or disturb a wild bird, reptile or animal;
- possess or ignite fireworks;
- possess, shoot, discharge or use a spring gun, air gun, firearm, slingshot or any archery equipment;
- conduct public events, public performances, public meetings, or bring equipment for public entertainment;
- operate an all-terrain vehicle, an off-road vehicle, or a motorized snow vehicle.
- All power assisted low speed vehicles are prohibited (e.g., off road vehicles, riding lawnmowers, golf carts) with the exception of assistive devices specifically designed to improve mobility.
- Otonabee Conservation and/or the Township of Selwyn assume(s) no liability whatsoever for trailers and their contents, or any other property on a campsite, while at Lakefield Campground. The Seasonal Camping Permit holder agrees to indemnify Otonabee Conservation and the Township of Selwyn, their officers and employees, against claims resulting from loss or damage to property or injury to any person arising out of the use of its facilities.
Otonabee Conservation reserves the right to revoke permits, prohibit entrance or evict anyone contravening any terms stated above or whom Otonabee Conservation deems to be detrimental to the area or a threat to the safety of visitors. Otonabee Conservation staff are authorized to enforce the applicable regulations. No obligation of refunds.
Lakefield Campground – Seasonal Reservation Rules
Description
- A maximum of six people or greater number if they are a single family of parents and their children per site.
- Up to 2 vehicles per site
Fees
- For a complete list of camping fees please visit www.otonabeeconservation.com.
- Seasonal Campsite Deposit – $500
Seasonal Reservations
- Returning seasonal campers must confirm their return before January 31st.
- Reservations must be made by filling out the Seasonal Campsite Agreement Form and making payment deposit by required deadline.
Payments
- Payment of the $500.00 Seasonal Campsite Deposit and completion of Seasonal Camping Agreement are required to reserve the site.
- Full payment of seasonal camping fees (less Seasonal Campsite Deposit) is required before arrival at campground.
- The Seasonal Camping Agreement and deposit can be completed and paid for online. If you require an alternative Agreement format or payment method, please contact us at lakefield@otonabeeconservation.com