PARK RULES

 Your observance of these rules will help make your stay,and that of other visitors, more enjoyable.
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  1. Vehicle park entry permits are required on all motor vehicles entering the area, including the beaches.  Permits may be purchased at the park headquarters, lake merchants or entrance stations (when manned).

    Vehicle Park Entry Permit Fees:
    Effective January 1, 2007

    Annual (calendar year):  $20.00

    Duplicate:  $10:00

    Daily:  $4.00

  2. Driving is permitted on designated beaches.  The speed limit is 15 mph.  
    ATV Vehicles are not allowed.

  3. An overnight camping permit is required for staying through the night.  All campers must register at an entrance booth or self-registration drop box.  Self-registration envelopes are available at the Iron Rangers near the Entrance Stations and in Modern Campgrounds.  When beach camping areas are full, visitors will be directed to the nearest beach area with open space.

    Overnight Camping Fees:

    Primitive Site:  $6.00

    Modern Campsite without electricity:  $11.00

    Modern Campsite with electricity:  $15.00/30 amp

                                                                   $15.00/50 amp

                                                         $19.00/50 amp/water/sewer

    A $2.00 late fee will be charged for failure to register within one hour of setting up camp.
    Camping fees are in addition to park entry permits.

  4. Quiet times are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily.  Please respect the rights of others who are seeking a quiet, restful experience.

  5. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited, except in concession structures.

  6. Glass food and drink containers are prohibited on the beaches.

  7. Fireworks are prohibited.

  8. Off-road vehicle hill climbing is prohibited.  Accesses are provided to and from the beaches.  Help protect the fragile dune environment.

  9. Orange fences will be found in several areas on the lake.  These signify vehicle-free beach zones where no motor vehicles are allowed.  Foot traffic, tent camping and boat-in activities are permitted in all vehicle-free zones.

  10. Please note and do not enter other fenced areas posted for nesting grounds of endangered species.  Refer to the "Tern and Plover" brochure available at the park office for more information.

  11. Place garbage and other refuse in plastic bags and deposit in containers provided.  Bags are available at the park office and from entrance booth personnel.  Please keep your campsite and the lake clean by picking up litter.

  12. Draining RV sewage holding tanks is illegal.  Please use dump stations provided for your convenience.  The location of RV dump stations can be found on the facilities page.

  13. Pets are welcome at Lake McConaughy, but they must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet.

  14. Discharging firearms anywhere on the recreation area is unlawful.  See the hunting guide for exceptions.