Are Pets welcome at RV Parks?
Generally yes, but we find park pet policies range from one extreme to the other. Approximately five states have rules prohibiting pets in their state parks. These restrictions are listed in the write-ups of each park in the large International Campground Directories. This information is also available from state tourist bureaus or local Chamber of Commerce offices. Frequently small animals (under 20 pounds) are welcome but we see pets of all types and all sizes strolling the campground roads and trails. A cat belonging to friends in Mexico loved to be tied outside for the entire day. Our American neighbour in Milton, Ontario was travelling with his pet cockatiel on his shoulder and en route north a few years ago an RVing neighbour was caressing his immense pet snake on his patio. Although most parks dont question pets, a few do charge a fee per pet while others prefer a costly refundable deposit if your site is clean when you leave. When we had three dogs – we found there was frequent
