Sterling / Lake Ontario KOA Holiday General Information

Check-in time starts at 2 pm. Check in at the office upon arrival. If the office is unattended, please call (315) 947-6163. Check-out time is 11 am. Early check-ins and late check-outs may be accommodated for a fee, but please check ahead of time if you need this accommodation.

A $20 cancellation fee is non-refundable. No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the reservation or early departures. There are no refunds for weekly, monthly or seasonal stays.

A no-show on the first day without notice cancels your reservation with no refund. Please let us know if you will be arriving after your reservation date.

Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am and will be strictly enforced. Please be respectful of other campers and make this an enjoyable experience for everyone. Children under 18 must be at their campsite during quiet hours unless accompanied by the registered guest.

Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings only and must be extinguished before retiring or leaving the site. Do not move fire rings. Chainsaws and defacing trees in any way are prohibited. To protect our trees, no outside firewood is permitted. Firewood is available for purchase at the store. Do not burn garbage, building lumber, plastic, glass, or metal. Please do not leave food, trash or cigarette butts in fire rings.

Guests may have visitors between 9 am and 9 pm. A $5 fee is charged per person and visitors must register upon arrival. All cars need a parking tag to enter. Day visitors may not bring pets. No more than 6 day visitors are allowed per day and no more than 6 guests may stay overnight.

Office / Store Hours:
8 am - 11 am & 2 pm - 8 pm daily (peak season) 
If the office is unattended and you are in need of assistance, please call 315-947-6163.

Pavilion / Rec Room Hours:
9 am – 9 pm daily

Playground Hours:
8 am - dusk

Laundry Room Hours:
9 am – 9 pm daily

We are a pet-friendly park, however, all pets must be leashed at all times. Please be sure to pick up after your pet immediately. Rabies certificates are required.

• 1 RV or 1 tent per campsite with a total of 6 people (maximum of 4 adults).
  
• A maximum of 2 vehicles may be parked on your reserved site, if space permits. Extra vehicles and boat parking, if space permits, is $7 a day.
  
• Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  
• We are a FAMILY FRIENDLY campground. Obscene language or disorderly conduct will not be tolerated. Harassment of other guests, because of sex, race, age, color, creed, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity is strictly prohibited. Examples of conduct prohibited by this policy include using racial and ethnic slurs, making offensive references to stereotypes, or making jokes about characteristics protected by law.
  
• Campground is not responsible for damage or theft. Please secure all valuables if you leave the area.
  
• Our water comes from a well system and is treated with chlorine per Cayuga Co. Health Department regulations. While our water is safe for consumption, some guests may prefer to bring bottled water to drink and cook with. Please help us conserve water whenever possible.
  
• Please help to keep bathrooms, showers, and the playground clean. If you see a problem, please let us know so that we can address it immediately.
  
• A first aid kit is located in the office. Call 911 in case of emergency.
  
• Only United States of America flags may be displayed or flown. Light displays are not allowed to help everyone fully enjoy the beautiful starry nights. The exception to this would be temporary birthday party decorations or decorations matching a theme weekend event we are hosting, for example, Halloween.
  
• Smoking and vaping is allowed only on your reserved site and is not permitted in cabins or community areas.
  
• Clothes lines, wires or anything attached to trees are prohibited for the safety of others.
  
• Do not approach, feed or harass wildlife.
  

• Don't walk through other people's sites. Would you want someone walking through your house to get to the house behind you?
  
• Pack out what you pack in. Unless it's precious metals, the next guests most likely don't want what you're leaving.
  
• Don't litter. It's just not cool and the creek, lake and wildlife will thank you for it. Not to mention the other guests and staff.
  
• Store your trash and food properly overnight. You'll be bummed in the morning to see that some critter swiped it all or spread it all over the campground.
  
• Be nice. There is just no reason not to be.
  
• Have fun and enjoy nature!! Isn't that the main reason you came camping?
  

• The speed limit in the park is 5 MPH at all times. For safety reasons, this is strictly enforced.
  
• Park use of 4 wheelers, ATVs, golf carts, etc are not permitted by guests. Golf carts are allowed for staff and seasonal guests only.
  
• Helmets must be worn by guests riding bicycles at all times.
  

A dumpster is located as you exit. Be sure to bag all garbage and place it in the dumpster before leaving. Fish guts may be placed in the dumpster only on Tuesdays. NY redeemable bottles and cans may be left by the shed as you exit. All money received from their return will be donated to the Sterling Nature Center.

Illegal drugs, firecrackers, fireworks, sparklers, sky lanterns, firearms, Air Horns, BB guns, paintball guns, slingshots, archery equipment, or any other type of explosives or weapons are not permitted.

PHOTO RELEASE I hereby grant Campground permission to use my image and likeness (photographs and/or videos) in which me, any family member, or guest appear for any of its public displays such as but not limited to websites, social media, and advertisement prints, without payment or any other consideration. I hereby irrevocably authorize the Campground to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos/video for purposes of publicizing the Campground or for any other lawful purpose of Campground. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written or electronic copy, wherein I appear. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo/video. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge the Campground from all claims, demands, and causes of action which me, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf, on behalf of an estate, or may have by reason of this authorization. It is the responsibility of the registered Licensee to inform their guests of this photo use policy. If you do not want to be photographed it is your responsibility to remove yourself from the activity while pictures are being taken.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I AM AWARE AND UNDERSTAND THAT THE ACTIVITIES ARE POTENTIALLY AND INHERENTLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITIES THAT INVOLVE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT ANY INJURIES I SUSTAIN MAY RESULT FROM OR BE COMPOUNDED BY NEGLIGENT EMERGENCY RESPONSE OR RESCUE OPERATIONS OF THE CAMPGROUND. NOTWITHSTANDING THE RISK, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITIES WITH AN EXPRESS UNDERSTANDING OF THE DANGER INVOLVED AND HEREBY AGREE TO ACCEPT AND ASSUME ANY AND ALL RISKS OF INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITIES, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF THE CAMPGROUND OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, HAZARDS ARISING FROM STAYING AND BEING OUTSIDE, INJURY OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM CAMPFIRES OR FIRES IN GENERAL, DANGEROUS ANIMALS OR INSECTS THAT MAY BE FOUND IN THE AREA INCLUDING BLACK BEARS, INJURY OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM ANY WEATHER RELATED INCIDENTS, INJURY OR DAMAGE THAT MAY ARISE FROM ANY BODIES OF WATER ON OR AROUND THE GROUNDS, INJURY OR DAMAGE THAT MAY ARISE FROM THE OUTDOOR TERRAIN AND THE DANGEROUS VEGETATION LOCATED ON SUCH, AND ANY INJURY OR DAMAGE THAT MAY ARISE FROM ANY RECREATIONAL AMENITIES AND ACTIVITIES THAT MAY BE ENGAGED. I hereby waive, release, and forever discharge Campground, its affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, employees, staff, volunteers, heirs, executors, administrators, representatives, predecessors, successors, and assigns from any claims resulting from physical or personal injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, loss or death, and any property damage that may occur caused by fire, theft, vandalism, accidents, natural events, or any other occurrences or mishaps. I am here at my free will, and entirely at my own risk. I understand that these injuries or outcomes may arise by my own or others negligence, conditions on the Campground, or related to travel to and from the Campground. Campground is not responsible for errors, omissions, acts, or failures to act pertaining to any party or entity conducting a specific event or activity. I fully understand that this is a release of liability that waives certain rights I possess. I agree to voluntarily give up, or waive any right that I otherwise have, to bring legal action against Campground for any personal injury or property damage whatsoever for negligence on the part of Campground, its agents, and employees. This waiver and release of liability shall remain in effect for the duration of my presence at the campground.   INDEMNIFICATION: I further agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Campground, and all related agents, entities, and employees, against any and all claims, suits, or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, compensation, or otherwise brought by me or anyone on my behalf.

Let's have some fun!

We love camping, being outdoors and going on adventures! We lived in Colorado for decades, but decided to start a new adventure in Upstate New York. We are new to the KOA family, but we have drawn inspiration from many of the fabulous KOAs we have stayed at over the years and we are so excited to explore this beautiful area. We hope you'll come join us for a fun, family-friendly camping experience!