A family is defined as 2 adults (at least 21 years old) and up to 3 unmarried children (under age 18) living within the same household. Valid form of ID must be presented for each person over age 18 at check-in. One or two cars allowed on each site (Site Permitting). The clerk at registration will let you know where additional vehicles should be parked. Extra persons will require additional charges, please ask.
Check in is from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Exceptions must be approved in advance). Checkout is by 2:00 p.m. Quiet time is 10:00 p.m.-8:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday evenings and 11:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m. Friday & Saturday evenings. No vulgar/foul/abusive language should be used at any time.
Visitors must register at the office upon arrival. They will be instructed where to park. Overnight visitors will be charged $12.00 each. Day visitors will be charged $12.00 each, but will receive $6.00 back if they leave the premises by 8:00 p.m. and check out at the office.
Speed limit is 7 MPH throughout the campground. Non-motorized bicycles may be used on campground roads. Children under 16 years old MUST wear protective helmets when riding bicycles.
Campfires are allowed except under extreme forest fire danger conditions (drought or high winds). Firewood may be purchased at the office at a reasonable fee for your enjoyment.
IMPORTANT NOTE: BECAUSE OF SEVERE DANGER OF INSECT INFESTATIONS.
(Asian Long-horned Beetle, Emerald Ash Borer, etc.). NO WOOD MAY BE BROUGHT INTO THE CAMPGROUND (with the exception of kiln dried wood only).
We have wood for purchase at a reasonable fee.
No cutting of wood is allowed within the campground. Leave fireplaces where they are, do not leave fires unattended, and douse fires thoroughly upon retiring or leaving the property. Fire rings should NOT be used to burn or dispose of refuse. No animals, birds, trees, or underbrush should be harmed in any way.
No swimming allowed in campground. Bigelow Hollow State Park is 5 miles away and has a beautiful swimming area. Griggs Pond is owned by the State of Connecticut, therefore subject to all applicable state rules (life preservers, CT Safe Boating Certification, fishing licenses, no alcohol consumption, etc.). Campers are at their own risk when around water. An adult MUST supervise children under 16.
Alcohol is permitted in the campground in moderation for those of legal age, but not to result in disruptive behavior.
No smoking in any buildings (including porta-potties) or in the woods. All cigarette butts are to be disposed of properly.
Two controlled pets are allowed per site and must be registered at the office. They may be walked on a leash and must be picked up after. Excessive barking will not be tolerated and will be handled by the Animal Control Officer. Due to safety and concerns of our guests, breeds known to be vicious may not be permitted. Proof of necessary vaccinations must be available.
Flush toilets and showers are available at the registration building. Scheduled hours of availability will be posted. Note that porta-potties are always available; please let us know if they need service. Please DO NOT dispose of ANY sanitary products/diapers/etc. in toilets or porta-potties. They should be disposed of in containers provided, or with other non-recyclable trash.
Trash is to be sorted for recyclable items and disposed of in the dumpsters near the office. We will be happy to pick up bagged trash from your site if you let us know. We cannot allow disposal of broken chairs, appliances, tents, large boxes, etc., please take those home with you. Returnable bottles and cans may be recycled in our recycling bins in shed opposite of dumpsters . Camp trailer black water holding tanks may be emptied for a fee upon leaving. Only approved RV chemicals & paper products are to be used in holding tanks (NO formaldehyde or ammonia). In addition to the above a cleanup charge of $25 will be added to the credit card provided at (check in) if your site is not clean of trash/ect upon (check out)…
Possession or use of illegal drugs will result in immediate eviction from the campground.
Firearms are not permitted on campground property and will result in immediate eviction from the campground.
Golf carts are allowed in campground. Drivers must be at least 16 years old and must observe speed limit. Must have lights when driving at night. Must have liability insurance.
Playground available for children 12 and under.