Is it necessary to make a reservation to camp at Santee Lakes?
While we encourage you to make a reservation either online or by phone as the Park does “book up” quickly, you can stay in the Campground without a reservation based on site availability.
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What time is check in and check out?
Sites are ready for your arrival at 1 p.m. If you are running late, you can check in until 10 p.m. When you arrive, if the front gate is locked, simply press the call button at our gate, and a friendly staff member will help you to your site. Please be sure to be off your camping site by 12 noon.
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Can I camp in a tent?
We are an RV Park. However, if you want to experience a night under the stars, we have 9 sites for our tent campers. Please specify that you are a tent camper when making a reservation and we can accommodate a date and a site for you. But please, only 6 people and 1 tent per campsite.
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Can I have a campfire at my site?
Yes. You must bring a fire receptacle. The fire must be contained and off the ground. An old wash tub works great. All fires need to be extinguished by 10 p.m. However, if you are camping in the Mulberry Loop, we cannot allow fires as directed by the Fire Department.
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Can I bring my dog?
Santee Lakes Campground is pet friendly! Dogs are welcome in the campground while leashed and accompanied by their owner at all times. No more then 2 dogs per site. Use designated walking areas, don’t leave your dog unattended, no pet kennels and please pick up after your pet. Some folks like a quiet environment, so please keep your dog from barking. Sorry, your pets are NOT allowed in the day use area of Santee Lakes.
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Can I bring my 4-wheeled utility vehicle (ie. Rhino) or golf cart?
Yes. You may bring either, but they are treated the same as a vehicle. The same laws and Park rules apply, and they must be registered and paid for in the Park office as a vehicle would be.
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When are quiet hours?
Quiet time begins at 9 p.m. until 8 a.m. This means no loud music, talking or other disturbances during this time. Please be considerate and keep your volume at a low level. The music you find enjoyable may not be your camping neighbor’s favorite. They are on vacation too! Please do not run generators at any time.
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What are the pool and laundry hours?
Weather permitting, the pools and spa are open to campers from 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. seasonally. The spa is open to adults only, 18 years and over. Laundry facilities are open from 8 a.m.- 9 p.m.
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Is the clubhouse open to campers?
The clubhouse is open to all campers Monday night for potluck, Thursday morning for camper’s coffee, and Friday night for Family night. The clubhouse is utilized for our camping club guests with groups of 10 RV’s or more, but can be rented hourly (minimum of 3 hours) to individuals for daytime events.
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Are your rates seasonal?
No. The campground rates do not change from season to season.
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Does Santee Lakes offer any discounts to camp?
Yes. Become a member of The Good Sam Camping Club and you will receive a 10% discount off of your daily stay. Simply show us your membership card when you check in. Customers of Padre Dam Municipal Water District will receive a 10% discount as well.
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Can I make multiple reservations online?
No. For each site you want to reserve, you will need to make a separate reservation. A call to our office may make it easier for you to reserve multiple sites.
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How do I cancel my reservation online?
If you must cancel your reservation, you will need to give us a call.
Your reservation means we may have had to turn other guests away.
Cancelling within 24 hours of reserving will get you a full refund. Cancellations made 48 hours prior to arrival will be refunded less $10 and a 10% fee. There is no refund for an early departure.
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Do I need a state license to fish at Santee Lakes?
No. You must purchase a permit daily to fish at Santee Lakes. An adult permit will cost $9 and a junior permit is $6. If you’d like to fish with 2 poles, add an extra pole stamp for $4 more.
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What types of fish are stocked in Santee Lakes?
Trout are stocked in the winter months and you’ll find Catfish are stocked during the summer months. You can also find Bass, Bluegill and Carp in all 7 lakes.
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Do you allow night fishing?
Lakes 6 & 7 are open to registered campers only to fish with a night fishing permit. A night fishing permit allows registered campers to fish from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. During the summer months we may offer night fishing for all guests on posted nights only. Please watch for posted night fishing events.
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How can I purchase an annual permit to fish or park at Santee Lakes?
Smile. If you are disabled, over 65 or under 16, we will take your picture for an annual fishing permit. Park office hours are everyday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (Please forgive us, as we close on Christmas day.) Anyone can come into the office during these hours to purchase an annual parking pass as well. Oh, you’ll need to smile for that too!
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When does the Park open and close?
Santee Lakes Park is open 7 days a week. (Closing only Christmas day) Weekend hours of operation begin at 6 a.m. and close one half-hour before sunset; however, check posted signs for exact times. During the week the Park opens at 8 a.m. and closes at sunset.
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What are the boat rental hours?
If you would like a scenic workout, come into the Park office and rent a pedal boat or row boat between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Maybe a glide across the water in a kayak or canoe would be more to your liking. You may rent by the half hour or hour. If you are camping at Santee Lakes, we have kayak rentals for your entire stay. Stop into the office and take the Kayak to your campsite! Just remember to return it to us before your leave!
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Can I have a picnic without a reservation?
First come, first served. Come on in, spread out a blanket and bring your picnic basket. But please respect the areas that are held for our guests who have reserved ahead of time. Whether having a big company picnic or an intimate family gathering, plan your picnic here at the Lakes!
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Can I swim in the lakes?
Santee Lakes offers other recreation, but sorry, no body contact is permitted in the stream or any of our 7 lakes.
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How can I become a Volunteer for Santee Lakes?
If you love our Park, and love working hard in the great outdoors, stop by for an application or leave your phone number for our volunteer staff personel to return your inquiry and learn about future positions opening at the Park.
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Is Santee Lakes a Public Campground?
Yes. We are owned and operated by Padre Dam Municipal Water District, a public agency. However, we do operate as a private campground with more amenities than most public campgrounds. We offer all the fun of camping, plus fishing, pools, spa, showers, wi-fi, and more.
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Can I launch my kayak in the lakes?
At this time personal watercraft or float tubes are not allowed due to Quagga mussels.
Quagga mussels range from microscopic to the size of a fingernail, are prolific and attach themselves to any
hard surface. Once they are established in a waterway, the have significant environmental, recreational, and economic impacts.
Quagga can cause significant maintenance challenges to water systems, requiring millions of dollars
annually to treat. They also wreak havoc with the environment, disrupting the natural food chain and releasing
toxins that affect other species.
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