CAMPING ON THE QUIET VALLEY RANCH DURING NON-FESTIVAL TIMES

The Campgrounds on the Quiet Valley Ranch are open year-round. It’s a great place for that get-away-from-it-all experience. Come out with your family, friends, co-workers, club, or just yourself. Those of you who have been here during one of our Festivals know what a great place this is to relax. Just imagine how tranquil it is without the festival crowd. Tent Camping rates are just $5 per night per person (14 days maximum stay). Call us at (830) 257-3600 for information or to let us know when you will be arriving.

Many of the QV Ranch facilities such as the stages, pavilion, kitchens, etc. are also available for you or your group for an additional fee. Contact Mark Raney at (830) 257-7474 if you would like to discuss availability and fee structures.

The Quiet Valley Ranch RV Park is open year-round also. Non-festival rates are $10 per night, $200 per month ($15 per night for a 50-amp hookup).

Get out of the city and feel the magic of the Quiet Valley Ranch any time of year. Experience the spirit of the festival without the crowds. Soon we’ll have laundry facilities (available during non-festival times only). We always have more stars than you could ever count…

QUIET VALLEY RANCH CAMPSITE RULES (NON FESTIVAL TIMES):

The Quiet Valley Ranch is a peaceful, quiet spot where we want to give campers and tenants a place to relax, recharge and experience the magic of the ranch without the crowds.  With this in mind, we urge you to comply with the following rules.  Failure to do so may result in your ejection from the Ranch.

GENERAL RULES:

 ·         SPEED LIMIT - Ranch speed limit is FIVE (5) MILES PER HOUR.  This applies to all vehicles including golf carts, tractors, and even bicycles.  This is for safety and to keep the dust down.

·         AGE – No one under 18 years of age may camp without a parent our legal guardian present.

·         TRASH – Campers are responsible for the trash in their area.  Please make sure that all garbage is properly disposed of in the provided, lined trash barrels.  Try to secure trash from the critters.  Recycle bins are available upon request.  Do Not Throw Cigarette Butts On The Ground!

·         PETS – Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times when outside and should not be left unattended when guests are off the ranch.  We’re a little more lenient with cats, but cannot be held responsible for injuries due to vehicles or wild animals.  Pets that bite or scratch anyone will be required to leave.  Droppings Must Be Picked Up and Disposed Of In a Sanitary Manner.  All pet owners must have proof that their pets are up to date on vaccines or inoculations.

·         ALCOHOL – Alcohol consumption by adults of legal age is allowed, although loud, disruptive or violent behavior resulting from intoxication will not be tolerated.  It is the responsibility of the camper / tenant to enforce underage drinking laws among all members of their group.

·         LOUD, BOISTEROUS, OR INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR – Please try to observe quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.  We want everyone to have a good time, but please be considerate of others who live and/or work on the ranch.  The odd “howl at the moon” is permitted, but there is no need for incessant screaming.  The playing of music, recorded or otherwise, should be for personal enjoyment only and should not be heard outside of your immediate area.  No Public Nudity.  Public display and/or use of illegal substances are strictly prohibited. 

·         GUESTS AND VISITORS – Registered campers / tenants are responsible for their guests and their guest’s conduct.  Guests must observe all campground rules.  Guests on the ranch after 10 p.m. will be charged a $5 overnight camping fee regardless of whether they stay the night.

·         RESPECTING THE RANCH – Maintaining the natural beauty of the Quiet Valley Ranch is important to us.  Altering, defacing or damaging the property is prohibited.  Cutting of trees or shrubs is not allowed.  DO NOT DRIVE NAILS OR SCREWS INTO LIVE TREES!  Digging, grading, building, or the planting of anything without prior consent of the campground management is prohibited.  If you need trimming or grounds maintenance performed in your area, see the campground host.

·         PEST CONTROL – The use of poisons or insecticides by campers / tenants is prohibited.  The use of diatomaceous Earth is allowed.  If you need ant or pest control performed in your camping area, please see the campground host.

·         CAMPFIRES – Open fires should be within fire rings, bbq grills, or outdoor type fireplaces.  Fires are not allowed during periods of excessive drought or when Kerr County has issued a county wide burn ban.  During periods of a burn ban, only charcoal fires in bbq grills are allowed.  Gathering of firewood on the property is not permitted, even if you find wood that is already cut.  Do not burn fires under trees, branches, or next to wooden structures.  Fires MUST be attended at all times, and must be completely extinguished before retiring for the night or departing the campsite. 

·         FIREARMS AND FIREWORKS – Firearms are not permitted on the ranch unless the owner has a legal permit.  Discharging of firearms is not allowed.  Fireworks are not permitted unless expressed permission has been given by the campground management and provided there is not a burn ban.  If you have permission to shoot fireworks, please observe safety precautions and pick up the shrapnel. 

·         WILDLIFE – Do not approach or feed wild animals you may encounter. Hunting is not permitted at any time.

·         AREAS THAT ARE OFF LIMITS – Campers/tenants are not allowed to enter or congregate in any theater areas without prior permission.  Other areas that are off limits include offices, tool sheds, the pavilion, kerr-try store, unoccupied RVs, or any other permanent structures.  The entire backstage area is off limits!  Picnic tables, bbq pits, benches, etc should not be moved or relocated from their current locations.

·         MAIL – Campers/tenants are requested to obtain and use a PO Box for personal mail.  We would appreciate it if you would not have personal mail sent to the ranch.

RV PARK RULES (in addition to the general rules):

·         RATES – 30 amp RV Hook-up sites are $15 per night or $90 per week or $300 per month.  Rates include electricity, water, and sewer hook-ups (sewer available only in the “Main” RV section.  50 amp RV hook-up sites are $20 per night, $120 per week, and $400 per month.   RV Park fees should be paid in advance unless other arrangements have been made.  Monthly rent is due on the 1^st of the month.

·         OCCUPANCY – The above rates are based on one or two person occupancy.  Additional occupants will require an additional $5 per night fee ($100 additional per month for monthly tenants).

·         AVAILABILITY OF SITE DURING FESTIVALS – Most of the RV sites, especially in the “Main” section are pre-reserved for the festivals and may not be available during festival time.  All off-season RVs must be removed from their spots one week prior to the start either festival.  If you want to stay for a festival, we will TRY to accommodate you and your request for location.  Festival rates for RV sites are $25 per night in the “Main” section and $20 per night in the meadow.  You must also have festival tickets.

·         VEHICLES – A maximum of two motorized vehicles (not counting the RV) per campsite are permitted.

·         SITE MODIFICATIONS – Physical site modifications or construction are not permitted without expressed permission.  

·         DAMAGE – The Quiet Valley Ranch is not responsible for damage to your vehicles due to hail, wind, flooding, or other weather related instances including freezing conditions. 

·         RV STORAGE – Recreational vehicles, trailers, and pop-up campers may be stored on the property for the rate of $20 per month, $200 per year.  If the rig is stored in an RV spot it must be removed one week prior to the beginning of the festival.

TENT CAMPING RULES (in addition to the general rules):

·         RATES – Tent camping fees are $5 per night per person.  Group rates are available.  Check

·         MAXIMUM STAY – A single camping stay may not exceed fourteen (14) consecutive days.

·         WHERE TO CAMP – Tent camping is open and first come first served.  Most open areas in the campgrounds are open for tent camping with the exception of numbered RV sites, roads, and permanent structures.

·         VEHICLES – Motorized vehicles must be parked on open grassy or gravel areas.  Please do not park or drive vehicles under trees as it may damage the root systems.  A maximum of two motorized vehicles per campsite are permitted.

·         SITES WITH ELECTRICITY – For an additional fee, tent campers may utilize electrical outlets that are scattered throughout the tent camping area.  These are $5 per night per plug used (in addition to the normal camping rates)

·         SITE ALTERATIONS – Campers may not physically alter their site(s) in any way without prior authorization.

·         CAMPING GEAR – Be sure to take all of your gear when you leave.  Be sure to pull all tent stakes.

We like to think of the Quiet Valley Ranch as a healing place, not a hideout.  Please don’t let your activities outside of the ranch, legal or personal, encroach on this wonderful property.  Conduct that may endanger the welfare of any person, this property, or the events that occur here is not appreciated.