Guest Policies for Staying at Our Missouri RV Park

Check-In

RV Sites: 1pm , Lodge Rooms: 3pm

*All campers and visitors must check in at The Lodge upon arrival unless utilizing contactless check in.

Check-Out

RV Sites: 12pm, Lodge Rooms: 11am

Late Arrivals and Departures

For late arrival arrangements or to check on early arrivals, please contact us during normal business hours. If arrangements have not been made in advance, and if the guest has not departed the site by the appropriate check-out time, then there will be an additional day charged to the account.

Site Changes

You have been assigned a specific site. If you wish to make a change, please check with the front desk. Due to current reservations and maintenance, we may not be able to accommodate a move. Do not change sites without approval.

Pet Policy

There is a maximum of 2 pets per site. Pets must be on a leash at all times and may not be left unattended/tethered outside of an RV, Cabin, tent sites or to trees, doors or posts. Pets are not allowed in community buildings or beach areas. Pet owner is required to clean up after their pet at all times. If you are staying in one of our pet-friendly Lodge Rooms, pets are not allowed on the furniture. All pets must be vaccinated. Excessive barking will not be tolerated. Proof of current rabies vaccination may be requested at time of check-in.

Parking

Two (2) vehicles included per Lodge Room and RV site. Parking passes will be issued at check in and vehicles should be registered online during reservation booking. Please do not park your vehicle or trailer in an adjacent site. Use of more than one site will result in additional charges. Additional parking in designated areas may be available. Do not park in the middle of the road, on other sites, or in front of restrooms/bathhouses.

Fire Rings and Picnic Tables

Fire rings and picnic tables are assigned to designated sites and are not to be removed from that site. Fire rings are not trash receptacles. Please only place items that you plan to burn during your stay in your fire ring (no plastic, no glass, no cans).

Vehicles (ATVs, UTVs, Golf Carts, Dirt Bikes, Motorcycles)

No recreational vehicles (ATVs, UTVs, Golf Carts, Dirt Bikes, Motorcycles) are permitted on the property. No bicycle riding after dark; helmets recommended.

Speed Limit

Speed limit is 10 mph. Drive slowly and watch for children.

Site and Park Navigation

Please be respectful of your neighbor and do not walk between sites when navigating the park. Please use main roads and public paths to walk around the campground.

WiFi

Wifi service is available on our property. However, we cannot guarantee the wifi reception at each site.

Open Fires

Fires must be in fire rings only. Dry firewood may be purchased at The Lodge. State law prohibits out-of-state firewood, only local firewood may be brought into the park.

Washing

Washing RVs or vehicles is not permitted.

Visitors

Only registered guests are permitted to enter the property. All visitors must check in at The Lodge to register, pay for a day pass and receive a parking pass.

Big Piney RV reserves the right to limit the number of people visiting a site. Guests with a day pass must depart the property by 9pm CST. Vehicle passes must be visible at all times.

Electrical Use

You are responsible for understanding how many amps you are using in your RV. Amp usage over what is provided can trip your breaker. Please notify the front desk if you have any electrical issues during your stay. Guests are not permitted to diagnose/attempt repair of our electrical pedestals.

Severe Weather

In case of severe weather, seek shelter in local public storm shelter in Licking.

Laundry

There are laundry machines for guest use. Please pay use fee in The Lodge.

Restrooms/Bathhouses

Restrooms/bathhouses are open 24/7 with an exception of maintenance and cleaning. We ask for your help in keeping the restrooms/bathhouses clean. Guests under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult in all restrooms/bathhouses.

River, Creeks, Ponds

No lifeguard is on duty and all swimming/recreational activities are “at your own risk”. Anyone under the age of 18 must be supervised in these areas at all times. Horseplay, running and diving not permitted in our river access area. Loud music, glass and rough play are also not permitted in our beach/sports areas or any other areas of the campground.

Quiet Time

Quiet time: 10pm to 7am. Any noise disturbances including loud music will be warned once and then asked to leave without a refund.

Trash Disposal & Recycling

Trash bag collection at the end of each site is available throughout the park during peak seasons twice daily. Please tie trash bags and place inside a trash container (to prevent nightly visitors such as possums, raccoons, etc.). Do not dispose of wires, oil, furniture, mattresses or any toxic waste or chemicals, motor oil, or cooking oil in our trash cans. If you are staying during our off-season, all trash must be disposed of in the dumpster.

Drones

Drones are not permitted on our property.

Clotheslines

Clotheslines are not permitted on our property.

Fireworks and Firearms

Fireworks and firearms are strictly prohibited on our property. The prohibiting of fireworks includes sparklers, smoke bombs, aerials, and firecrackers. The prohibiting of firearms includes all guns of any type including air soft, BB, and pellet guns. If these items are seen outside your RV, you may be asked to leave without a refund and with no option to return.

Safety

Safety of our guests and staff is a priority. For the safety of younger guests, we ask that parents accompany children under the age of 14 using the facilities. Children should use extreme caution when crossing or playing near any internal roads.

Smoking

All facilities and indoor spaces are non-smoking. Any use of vape products or devices is also prohibited indoors. Please be respectful of other guests and dispose of any butts properly.

Lost Key Policy

A $25 fee will be charged per lost room key.

Fishing

We only offer catch-and-release fishing on the small ponds from 7am to 9pm. No overnight fishing allowed. Missouri Department of Conservation laws, including fishing licenses, must be followed when using the Big Piney River, as this is a public river.

Cancellation Policy

NO REFUNDS DURING SPECIAL EVENTS. Our cancellation policy varies depending on the timing of your cancellation notice in advance of the reservation date. We do not give credits or refunds due to weather…the fun continues rain or shine.

★ 28+ DAYS PRIOR: Refund minus $25 cancellation fee OR full refund issued in camp credit

★ 14-28 DAYS PRIOR: 50% of reservation refunded and 50% of reservation forfeited

★ LESS THAN 14 DAYS: Full reservation forfeited

Big Piney RV Park Policies