Water Safety
Swimming, boating, skiing, and all other activities are done at the visitor's risk. In case of emergency, notify park headquarters immediately.
Please be aware of submerged stumps and logs in Lake Wood.
Visitors are expected to observe all usual land and water safety precautions and rules.
Please be aware of dangerous currents and steep drop offs around and downstream of the H-5 dam.
Watercraft shall not operate within 200 feet of the H-5 dam.
Please observe the "NO WAKE" zone around the boat dock and canal.
Violation of any regulation, or conduct which interferes with the enjoyment of other visitors, will not be tolerated and may result in removal of the offending parties from the park.
Camping and Picnicking
ALL VEHICLES ENTERING THE PARK MUST PURCHASE A PERMIT. A night deposit box and instructions are located at the front of the office. Speed limits on park roads are 10 mph. All motor vehicles must operate on designated roads. Off-road vehicles are not allowed within the park.
There is a maximum limit of (8) people per campsite and two (2) camping units per campsite, except for RV's, Trailers, and Pop-Ups. No vehicles are allowed on or around the H-5 Dam Levee.
Persons under 18 years of age desiring to camp overnight must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or be supervised by a responsible adult.
Quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Unnecessary noise or activities will be prohibited to allow campers a good nights sleep. A ranger lives on site to handle any problems that may occur after the office is closed.
GROUND FIRES ARE NOT ALLOWED! Fires are allowed only in furnished grills and pits. The boat ramp is open 24 hours a day. (Please remember quiet hours must be observed) Picnicking, visiting, shoreline fishing and driving through the park is available only between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
No pets are allowed unless they are on a leash or confined in a vehicle.
To preserve and protect park vegetation and animals and their habitat, the possession, use or discharge of firearms, archery equipment or fireworks are prohibited.