Policies

Updated: 9/28/2012
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PARK SYSTEM POLICIES 

Park Hours:
Sunrise to 10 p.m. year round

Park Rules 

  • Daily entrance fee or annual sticker required on all vehicles.
  • Dogs must be leashed (6ft maximum leash length).
  • Fires permitted in designated locations.
  • Park only in designated lots.
  • Hunting, shooting, and trapping are not permitted.
  • Liquor is not permitted - beer by picnic permit only.
  • Camping is allowed in designated areas - by permit only.
  • Horseback riding permitted on bridle paths only.
  • Boat launching permitted in designated locations.

The Waukesha County Park System has various buildings available for any occasion. 

Reservations are required for all buildings by calling the Reservation Desk at 262-548-7801, e-mailing for information/availability or stopping by the park office located in the Waukesha County Court House at:

Waukesha County Parks and Land Use Department
515 W. Moreland Blvd., Rm AC 230
Waukesha WI 53188
Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Reservations for 2013 

  • Picnic, Pavilions begin Tuesday, January 2, 2013.
  • Beach houses, recreation centers, and lodges begin on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012.


All reservations are on a first come first serve basis, so plan ahead. Reservation fees must be paid in advance.

To make a reservation: (Please have the following information ready.)

  • Building within desired park
  • Time frame area is needed
  • Alternate dates
  • Your name, address, group name if any, phone number and number of people in group
  • Tax exempt number if applicable

(An alcohol permit, at no extra cost, is needed if you wish to have alcohol present.)

Payment Procedure: 

  • Payment is due at time of booking for building/shelter/pavilion/group campsite rentals.  No reservation will be made without payment.  .
  • Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa and American Express accepted.) Please have card number, expiration date and verification code available.
  • Renters can request up to three (3) site visits, any visits beyond three (3) will be charged a $35 charge per visit.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Reservation fees are not refundable if cancellation is made less than 17 days prior to reservation date. 
  • No refunds are given due to weather conditions unless the park or facilities are officially closed due to severe, life-threatening weather.
  • Group Camp only- If a cancellation is made for any reason, the total reservation fee will be forfeited.
  • Lodges only- If a cancellation is made prior to 17 days of the reservation date, $25.00 of the reservation fee will be forfeited. If cancelled less than 17 days prior to the reservation date the entire fee will be forfeited.
  • Recreation Center, beach house and picnic areas- If a cancellation is made prior to 17 days of the reservation date, $15.00 of the reservation fee will be forfeited. If cancelled less than 17 days prior to the reservation date the entire fee will be forfeited.

Special Use Requests
Special Events such as day camps, fund raisers, competitive events, workshops, etc. are welcomed. A Special Use Permit is required. Please call the Parks Reservation Desk at 262-548-7801 or e-mailing for more information.

Special Accommodations
If you or your family member is disabled and would like to participate in the Waukesha County Parks activities and events, please call us at 262-548-7801, we will make the necessary accommodations for an enjoyable recreation experience.

Group Camping Reservations
Reservations are required for all group camping areas and can be made by calling the Parks Reservation Desk at 262-548-7801, e-mailing for information/availability or stopping by the park office located in the Waukesha County Court House at: 

Waukesha County Parks and Land Use Department
515 W. Moreland Blvd., Rm AC 230
Waukesha WI 53188
Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Firewood
Due to the recent discovery of the Emerald Ash Borer in Wisconsin, Waukesha County is no longer allowing campers to transport firewood into the campgrounds. The Emerald Ash Borer is considered a major economic threat to Wisconsin’s Ash trees, and spreads easily via firewood.  All of Waukesha County’s parks with campgrounds sell firewood, and we are requiring campers to buy their firewood from the park where they will be staying.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Camping Rules 

  • Seven (7) night limit
  • Check-in and check-out time is 3:00 p.m.
  • Quiet time is 10:00 p.m.
  • Fires are permitted in designated areas only.
  • Maximum length of trailers permitted is 20 feet.
  • Alcohol is not permitted.
  • Campers under 18 years of age must be with a parent/guardian.