Campground Rules and Regulations

All campers must be current on their assessments and in compliance with SCA Declarations of Reservations (DORs) and Committee of Architecture (COA) rules and regulations.

Camping Guidelines

• All persons entering the campground must register with the Spring Creek Association.
• Campers must be valid property owners, current on assessments, and in good standing with the COA to obtain a permit.
• Permit holders must show identification and provide the full names of all members in their camping party.
• A camping permit is required and must be displayed in the window of the trailer or a vehicle—clearly visible from the main road.
• Check-in time is from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Campers must register for a site 72 hours prior to arrival. A camping day is measured from 1:00 pm to 1:00 pm the following day.
• Campsites must be vacated by 11:00 am on the final day.
• Campers must leave the site clean and free of trash.
• Camping permits are limited to seven (7) nights, with potential for renewal depending on site availability.
• From July 1 through Labor Day, a maximum of seven (7) cumulative nights per site is allowed. Campers may move to a different site to extend their stay.
• Property owners may have up to four (4) guests at their campsite. All guests must be accompanied by the property owner and camp at the same site.
• Permit holders are responsible for all individuals at their site and for any violations.
• Campsite occupancy is limited to eight (8) immediate family members. For exceptions, contact SCA for case-by-case accommodations.
• Equipment and tents must be placed only on the assigned site.
• Unattended tents or equipment left for more than 48 hours may be removed at the owner’s expense.
• External generators may be used only between 9:00 am–11:00 am and 4:00 pm–7:00 pm, up to five (5) hours per day. Violators may be evicted.
• Restroom facilities are available Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting.
   

Day Use

• Day-use hours are from dawn to dusk.
• Day-use is not permitted after dark - these times will vary throughout the year with change of season.
   

Campfire Rules

• Fires are only allowed in designated fireplaces.
• Fires must be used only for cooking or warmth.
• Fires are not allowed during “No Open Burn” restrictions or as determined by Elko County Fire Protection District.
• Clear all flammable material near the fire site.
• Gathering or cutting firewood is prohibited.
• Fires must not be left unattended.
• A minimum of five (5) gallons of water or a fire extinguisher must be kept nearby.
• All fires must be fully extinguished before bedtime or departure.
   

General Behavior

• Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am.
• Do not deface or remove SCA property, signage, or structures.
• Do not damage or remove plants, rocks, or natural features.
• Place all trash in designated containers. If full, bag trash securely and place next to the bins.
• Fireworks are strictly prohibited.
• Posting signs or notices is not allowed.
• Lewd conduct, fighting, threats, or disorderly behavior is prohibited.
• Firearms and hunting are not allowed.
• Target shooting is only permitted in the designated rifle range area.
• Keep campground gate locked at all times.
• Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
   

Pets

• Pets must be confined or leashed within the campsite.
• No unattended animals.
• Barking or aggressive dogs must be removed from the campground.
• Pets may be walked on a leash no longer than 6 feet, under control at all times.
• Owners must clean up and properly dispose of pet waste.
   

Alcohol

• No one under 21 years may possess or consume alcohol.
• Legal-aged individuals must show ID if requested.
• Violators will be asked to leave.
   

Motorized Vehicles

• All OHVs, ATVs, and side-by-sides must follow all county and state safety laws.
• Stay on dirt roads only—no driving on trails, off-road areas, or through creeks/streams.
• Obey posted speed limits and traffic signs.
• Do not park on campground roads.
   

Group Use

• The campground is private. Groups may lease the facility.
• Pricing is determined in advance.
• Reservations and site assignments must be coordinated through the Spring Creek Association. 
• Individual waivers will be required for all group participants.