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Lake
McConaughy
Information
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Lake McConaughy Campground and Beach Information
Beach Rules
- Current park entry permits are required on all motor vehicles entering the area, including the beaches. Permits may be purchased at the park headquarters, area stores or entrance booths, when manned.
- Driving is permitted on designated beaches. The speed limit is 15 mph. All passengers must be seated inside vehicles or on cargo beds of pickups with sides. Riding on external surfaces of vehicles is prohibited.
- A fee is required to camp overnight on the beach. All campers must register at an entrance booth or self-registration drop box. A $2.00 late fee will be charged for failure to register within one hour of setting up camp. When beach camping areas are full, visitors will be directed to the nearest beach area with open space. Camping fees are in addition to park entry permits.
- Quiet time is from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Please respect the rights of others who are seeking a quiet, restful experience.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited, except in concession structures.
- Glass food and drink containers are prohibited on the beaches.
- Fireworks are prohibited.
- Off-road vehicle hill climbing is prohibited. Accesses are provided to and from the beaches. Help protect this fragile dune environment.
- Orange fences can be found in several areas on the lake. These signify vehicle-free beach zones where no motor vehicles are allowed. Foot traffic, tent camping, and boat-in activities are permitted in all vehicle-free zones.
- Please note and do NOT enter other fenced areas, posted for nesting grounds of endangered species. Refer to the "Tern and Plover" brochure available at the park office for more information.
- Place garbage and other refuse in plastic bags and deposit in containers provided. Bags are available at the office and from entrance booth personnel. Please keep your campsite and the lake clean by picking up liter
- Draining RV sewage holding tanks is illegal. Please use dump stations provided for your convenience at Martin Bay, Arthur Bay and Cedar Vue.
- Pets are welcome at Lake McConaughy, but they must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet.
- Discharging firearms anywhere on the recreation area is unlawful. (See hunting guide for exceptions).
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