Policies and Guidelines | Black Hills Vista RV Park

2024 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally - Rules and Policies

The official dates for the 2024 Sturgis Rally are Friday August

2nd thru Sunday August 11th

Rally Only - 50% of your total stay would be required to secure your reservation. This non-

refundable deposit is required at registration. There is also an additional Site Guarantee Fee of

$25 dollars to guarantee your site choice. Full payment is due on March 1st, or at the time of

registration thereafter. Unpaid reservations after March 1st, may be canceled without notification

to the registrant.

Park Rules & Regulations:

OFFICE HOURS - office is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

CHECK IN / CHECK OUT – Check in is 11:00 am check out is 10:00 am.

WRISTBANDS - Admittance into the park will only be allowed with your Black Hills Vista RV

Park wristbands on your right wrist. Upon arrival wristbands will be put on your right arm during

check-in; if your guests arrive after your arrival they will need to stop and buy their wristbands

before coming into the park.

VISITORS - Guests may visit you but must check-in at the office to receive a temporary

wristband. All guests must vacate the park by 9:00 pm or purchase an overnight wristband.

SPEED LIMIT: 5mph, including bicycles. Please watch your downhill speed. Please do so

safely and quietly.

SHOWER HOUSE – THE SHOWER HOUSE IS NOT CONTINUALLY SANITIZED, USE

AT YOUR OWN RISK. The shower house is open 24 hours a day, closed between 11:00 am to

1:00 pm for cleaning. However, please use safe discretion in the late hours. South Dakota Law

34-46-14, no smoking in public areas, therefore there is NO smoking allowed inside the shower

house. Please DO NOT dispose of household garbage in the shower house garbage can.

SEWER/SEPTIC: Please do not flush any diapers, sanitary napkins, tampons, disposable

towelettes, cigarette butts, or razors into the sewer.

COLORS - No "club colors" are allowed to be worn on the property of Black Hills Vista RV

Park.

FIRES - NO OPEN FIRES, FIREWORKS or TIKI LANTERNS ALLOWED - This

property is located in the FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AS REGULATED BY THE

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST SERVICE, IT IS ILLEGAL TO SHOOT OFF

FIREWORKS or have open fires within the fire protection district. Propane fire pits are

allowed.

NO SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in any of our public buildings. Please discard your

butts in appropriate receptacles and not on the park grounds.

RESTRICTIONS: Loaded firearms, bows, fireworks, air rifles , BB guns, other weapons or

projectile firing devices are prohibited on property.

AWNINGS - We have high winds that come up “REALLY” fast, we recommend you do not

leave your awnings down at night or when you leave the park.

PICNIC TABLES – For those of you who have the plastic picnic tables there are sandbags

placed on the leg of the table to weigh it down because of high winds. If you move the table,

make sure to place the sandbags back on the legs. DO NOT PLACE HOT GRILLS ON

PLASTIC TABLE OR ANCHORING ANY OBJECT TO THE TABLE. IF YOU DISTORT

THE TABLE IN ANY WAY, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE TO REPLACE THE TABLE

AT THE COST OF $300.00.

TREES: Please help us protect our trees for future guests! Do not hang anything from or tie

anything to the trees. Cutting trees, including branches, carve, drive nails, or mar trees in any

manner. Do not dump detergents or other poisonous materials on or around any trees or shrubs.

Wi-Fi – If your device recognizes the 5 Ghz network please use it, if not, then use the 2.4 Ghz

network. Do not connect to both networks. The Wi-Fi password is BigRig2023, please do not

give the password out to anyone. This is a public network; you should configure your computer

security appropriately. We are not responsible for any hacking that may occur while using the

public Wi-Fi. We do not guarantee consistent internet access as usage may vary at times.

GARBAGE – Please put your garbage in the dumpster. There are several garbage dumpsters

located throughout the park along the north and south edges of each park. To save room in the

dumpsters, please break down cardboard boxes before putting them into the dumpster. Please

DO NOT place household garbage in the shower house.

QUIET TIME – 11:00 pm until 7:00 am Please be considerate to our other guests, loud music

and other disturbing circumstances is not allowed in the park. Repeated violation will result in

immediate vacating of your site without refund or credit.

BEHAVIOR: We are a family friendly campground, inappropriate behavior or language will not

be tolerated. Our policies are enforced to ensure that our guests enjoy their time here. If you or

your guest are unwilling to follow our rules, you will be asked to leave and will not receive any

refund.

LAUNDRY FACILITIES – are open from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, we have three washers and

dryers available for your use. Located in the office/registration building.

PETS - Our Campgrounds are pet-friendly and welcome our guests who enjoy traveling and

sharing their camping experience with the family dog and/or cat. However, to ensure all of our

guests have a safe and enjoyable time, it is important that you read and abide by the following

pet policy:

• Aggressive dogs of any breed are not welcome. If your dog shows behavior that is protective

and unfriendly to strangers, please leave them home. If you decide to bring your dog and it

exhibits this type of behavior, the manager of the campground will ask you to please find other

camping accommodations.

• All pets are required to be under the control and visual observation of their owner at all times.

A six foot (6’) leash rule is in effect whenever the animal is outside the owner’s camping trailer,

vehicle, cabin, or motorhome. No pet should be left tied up and unattended outside the owner’s

camping equipment.

• Pet owners are required to pick up after their pet while on property.

• Allowing your pet to bark uncontrollably day or night will not be permitted and you may be

asked to leave if you are not able to control your pet’s barking behavior.

• Service dogs of any breed are welcome. However, these animals must follow leash restraint

policies and may not exhibit aggressive behavior.

OIL CHANGING – It is against the law to dump used oil on the ground, so PLEASE DO

NOT DISPOSE OF USED OIL ON THE GROUND, IT POLLUTES THE AQUIFER

THAT WE DRAW YOUR WATER FROM. A cleanup fee may be applied

VEHICLES: One vehicle is permitted at each site, two max if the site permits it. A registration

ticket is required to be displayed at all times and provided at check-in. Parking arrangements can

be made through the office for other vehicles and/or trailers for an additional fee.

The washing of RVs and vehicles are prohibited.

Golf carts, UTVs, electric bikes/scooters are authorized. All other recreational vehicles must be

approved by campground management.

HOG HEAVEN – SORRY, ONLY WALKING ACCESS TO HOG HEAVEN

CAMPGROUND WILL BE ALLOWED, NO MOTOR VEHICLE ACCESS THRU THE

GATE BETWEEN THE TWO PARKS. You are welcome to partake in their happenings,

however, there is no access between the parks using motorized vehicles. They offer live music;

serve limits spirits, food and vendors. If you plan on going into Hog Heavens’ park you must

enter through Black Hills Vista RV Park (west road between the two parks, next to the tower),

they will not let you enter through their gate. You must be wearing your Black Hills Vista RV

Park wristband.

DAMAGE TO PROPERTY COSTS – the below costs will be your responsibility if you should

damage any of the items. Picnic Table $350.00, water spicket $225.00, electrical pedestal

$1,400.00, plus tax for all. Cash or credit card payment will be required at time of incident.

If any discrepancy listed above cannot be resolved, we reserve the right to have the site vacate by

any means and cost will be applied to the owner of the vehicle(s).

Management assumes no responsibility for accidents, injuries, or loss from any cause

FAQ

How far is downtown Sturgis? - Downtown Sturgis is approximately 1.5 miles, nearly walking

distance. If you don't want to drive, DaBus makes frequent scheduled trips from the RV park to

downtown Sturgis.

I don't want to drive downtown, how can I get there? Take DaBus. DaBus makes frequent

scheduled trips from the RV park to downtown Sturgis. There are limited taxi services.

Can I get my RV washed while I am there? - Yes, Black Hills Pro Wash at 605-390-1514.

Where is the nearest grocery store? – Grocery Mart is located at the corner of Junction and

Ball Park Road.

Where is the nearest gas station? – Kwik Mart is located at the corner of Junction and Ball

Park Road, or SOS is located at the corner of Lazelle and Moose Drive

Where can I get propane? – McPherson’s propane is located at 2219 Junction Ave

Where is there a drug store? County Drug (605-347-2466) located in Lynn’s Dakota Mart

1111 Lazelle Street

Where is the nearest RV Center? Northern Hills RV (605-269-2225) is located in Whitewood

or Jack's Campers (605-787-9010) this side of Piedmont on I-90 towards Rapid City.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS - CALL 911 – Address 3333 Dolan Creek Rd plus your lot #

Sturgis Police 605-347-2573 Ambulance/Fire 605-347-2558

Monument Health Urgent Care 2140 Junction Ave. Sturgis SD 57785 605-347-2400 7 am-

7 pm

Sturgis Hospital Monument Health – 605-

347-2600 2140 Junction Ave. Sturgis, SD

57785

Rapid City Regional Hospital – 605-755-1000

353 Fairmont, Rapid City 57701

Black Hills Urgent Care – 7 am-7 pm 741 Mtn View Rd, Rapid City 605-791-7777

7 am-7 pm 1730 Haines Ave, Rapid City SD 605-791-7788

Rapid Care – 408 Knollwood Dr. Rapid City 605-341-6600

M-F -7 am-7 pm / Sat 9 am-4 pm / Sun 11 am-4 pm

Thank you for your continued support, we hope to see you again next year.

Non-Rally Rules and Policies

Non Rally dates are April 15th - August 1st and August 13th - October 15th.

Reservation and Cancellation Policies

All Lodging including Suites, Cabins, and Cottages: Deposit and Cancellations (All prices are subject to change without notice and seasonal rates may apply)

A one-night deposit for the first night’s stay per reservation is required to guarantee your reservation.

If you cancel your lodging reservation within 14 days, you will forfeit your initial deposit of one night’s stay. The remaining balance is due at time of check-in.

In-season a two-night minimum stay may be required on weekends. A three or four-night minimum stay may be required for some holiday weekends.

RV Sites – Tent Sites: Deposits and Cancellations

A one-night deposit for the first night’s stay per reservation is required to guarantee your reservation.

If you cancel your reservation within 7 days, you will forfeit your initial deposit of one night’s stay. The remaining balance is due at time of check-in.

In-season a two-night minimum stay may be required on weekends. A three or four-night minimum stay may be required for some holiday weekends.

Group Deposits and Cancellations for ALL Reservations that Include Three or More Sites or a Combination of Sites:

A one-night’s deposit the first night’s stay per reservation is required to guarantee your group reservations.

The balance due on your reservations must be received 30 days prior to your arrival date, otherwise your reservation will be canceled.

If you cancel your reservation within 30 days, you will forfeit your initial deposit.

If you cancel your reservation within 14 days, you will forfeit any and all monies paid on your lodging reservation.

Monthly Rentals

See specific park monthly site agreement.

A $300 dollar deposit is required for any RV monthly bookings at time of reservation.

A $400 dollar deposit is required for all lodging (suites, cabins and lodges) monthly bookings at time of reservation.

No monthly rentals for tents

If you cancel your monthly reservation within 30 days, you will forfeit any and all monies paid.

Pet Policy

Our Campgrounds are pet-friendly and welcome our guests who enjoy traveling and sharing their camping experience with the family dog and/or cat. However, to ensure all our guests have a safe and enjoyable time, it is important that you read and abide by the following pet policy:

Aggressive dogs of any breed are not welcome. If your dog shows behavior that is protective and unfriendly to strangers, please leave them at home. If you decide to bring your dog and it exhibits this type of behavior, the manager of the campground will ask you to please find other camping accommodations.

All pets are required to be always under control and visual observation from their owner. A six-foot (6’) leash rule is in effect whenever the animal is outside the owner’s camping trailer, vehicle, cabin, or motorhome. No pet should be left tied up and unattended outside the owner’s camping equipment.

Pet owners are required to pick up after their pet while on property.

Allowing your pet to bark uncontrollably day or night will not be permitted and you may be asked to leave if you are not able to control your pet’s barking behavior.

Pet rules unique to the location will be addressed at time of reservation or registration to include maximum pets allowed. We encourage all dog owners to call in advance to inquire about any specific rules that might apply to their situation.

Service dogs of any breed are welcome. However, these animals must follow leash restraint policies and may not exhibit aggressive behavior.

Campground Rules and Regulations

(All rates, rules, policies, and activities are subject to change without notice)

REGISTRATION: All guests must register at the office at check-in, late arrivals check in when registration opens.

RATES/PRICES: All prices are subject to change without notice and seasonal rates may apply.

CHECK-IN TIME: To allow your unit or site to be properly prepared for your arrival, please do not request an early check-in time.

Cabins and Suites: 3:00 PM | RV and Tent Sites: 1:00 PM

CHECK-OUT TIME: Other guests with reservations make it necessary that you observe the check-out time for your site or unit as a matter of courtesy.

Lodging Units: 11:00 AM Camping Sites: 11:00 AM

OFFICE/STORE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the front door.

QUIET HOURS: Observed from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.

VEHICLES: One vehicle is permitted at each site; two vehicles max if the site permits it. A registration ticket is required to always be displayed and provided at check-in. Parking arrangements can be made through the office for other vehicles and/or trailers for an additional fee.

The washing of RVs and vehicles is prohibited.

The operation of ATVs or motorized bikes is not permitted on the resort property.

Golf carts, electric bikes/scooters are authorized. All other recreational vehicles must be approved by campground management. Must have a valid driver's license to operate these on property.

SPEED LIMIT: 5mph, including bicycles. Please watch your downhill speed.

CAMPFIRES: (Refer to specific park rules at check-in) No campfires except in fire rings provided unless burn ban is in effect. PLEASE do not dump ashes randomly on the grounds, ask the office for assistance. Your cold, extinguished ashes can be bagged and sealed properly, and can be put in the trash. Proper disposal can be in a paper sack enclosed in a plastic sealed garbage bag. No loose ash or coals allowed in trash bins. Please limit onsite wood storage to be contained within your area. Make sure all fires are out before going inside for the night.

FIREWOOD: Firewood can be purchased in the store, or you can bring your own. Gathering of wood or cutting of trees, including branches, is not permitted on the surrounding property.

TREES: Please help us protect our trees for future guests! Do not hang anything from or tie anything to the trees. Cutting trees, including branches, carve, drive nails, or mar trees in any manner. Do not dump detergents or other poisonous materials on or around any trees or shrubs.

TRASH: Dumpsters are located throughout the property. Fire rings are not trash receptacles. Please help us keep our grounds beautiful.

NO SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in any of our public buildings, cabins, or suites.

CHILDREN: We like to see them having fun, but under the watchful eye of a caring parent or guardian. All children on the grounds must be accompanied by an adult. All guests will be held responsible for their own children.

CABINS and SUITES: Please refer to the guidelines listed in your individual cabin or unit for specific rules.

RV SITES: These sites are reserved for RVs only. We do not allow tents in RV sites. One unit per site.

TENT SITES: Must have an actual tent in it. If it is a Roof Top Tent, please call us if you want to book a tent on the site. Not all our tent sites allow for driving into the site, so you would have to get to a specific site. 1 tent allowed per tent site, 1 vehicle and no tow.

FIREARM POLICY: Loaded firearms, bows, fireworks, air rifles, BB guns, other weapons or projectile firing devices are prohibited on property.

RESPONSIBILITY: You are responsible for all damage or losses to your unit or site during your stay. By agreeing to these policies, you permit us to charge your credit card on file for the appropriate amount of damages or losses incurred. If you do not have a credit card on file with us, you agree to pay the amount you will be billed.

BREAKING POLICY: Breaking any portion of the policy or rules will result in cancellation of the reservation without a refund, and you will be asked to leave the property.

SEWER/SEPTIC: Please do not flush any diapers, sanitary napkins, tampons, disposable towelettes, cigarette butts, or razors into the sewer.

BEHAVIOR: We are a family friendly campground, inappropriate behavior or language will not be tolerated. Our policies are enforced to ensure that our guests enjoy their time here. If you or your guest are unwilling to follow our rules, you will be asked to leave and will not receive any refund.

SITE MANAGEMENT: Park staff shall have the right of entry upon land on which a recreational vehicle is situated for maintenance of utilities and maintenance of premises if the need arises. However, such entry shall not be in a manner which would interfere with the occupant’s quiet enjoyment. The park staff may enter recreational vehicles without prior consent in the event of an emergency.

POOL: If applicable, all guests will be held responsible for the safety of their own children and guests at the swimming pool as there is no lifeguard on duty. Parents or guardians are to supervise and assume responsibility for all actions of their children. No unsupervised children under 16 years of age at the pool. No glass containers allowed at the pool. No pets allowed in the pool area.

FLAGS: Our park provides a safe and welcoming environment for all of its guests and employees.

Symbols that are intended to - or have the effect of - harassing, demeaning, intimidating, or disparaging any legally protected minority run counter to that goal and are in conflict with the values of our organization. Flags and signs that display the Confederate flag, politicians, political candidates or contain vulgarity or profanity are not allowed to be displayed at your site or throughout the campground/resort.

Therefore, we reserve the right to ban the display of the Confederate battle flag symbol by any staff, campers, or any other members of the public and prohibits the sale of the Confederate flag symbol on all properties either owned, operated, or managed by Heartland Parks

Guests or members of the public found to be in violation of this policy will be immediately asked to remove or cover the Confederate battle flag symbol. If they fail to do so, they will be asked to vacate the property.

Management assumes no responsibility for accidents, injuries, or loss from any cause.

Please print this page for your reference. Please note that rates and policies are subject to change without notice.

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