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Located within the 4000 acre George Washington Management Area, and on the shores of Bowdish Reservoir, the 100 acre George Washington Memorial Camping Area is an overnight, primitive camping facility offering a multitude of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Gravel Sites There are 45 well spaced gravel sites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. Electrical hookups are not available. Water is available from the various shared spigots throughout the campground. Bathrooms are either outhouses or pit toilets and there are no shower facilities. Shelters There are two Adirondack style Shelters available by reservation for group camping (limited to 20 persons each). Angell Loop Sites (A-1 thru A-7) require a .6 mile hike each way. The 12'x12' tent platform campsites are available by reservation and limited to 4 persons and 2 tents per platform. All camping materials must be carried in and carried out as there is no vehicular access to these sites. Parking will be provided in the main campground. There is no water available at these sites. All tents must be set up on the platforms. All fires must be contained in the fire rings provided. |
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Directions From Providence - Take Interstate Route 6 West, to Route 295 North, to Route 44 West. Follow Route 44 West approximately 13.5 miles, the Campground entrance is on your right. |
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George Washington Campground |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=RI&parkId=253123&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Campsite Primary Occupant (1) Must be present to check in and register for the campsite and must be 18 years of age or older. (2) Must present valid government issued photo identification and a valid vehicle registration and if necessary the camper registration. (3) Must list the first and last names of camping party as only the names listed are allowed to occupy the campsite. (4) Responsible for compliance of the rules and regulations of the RI DEM. Campground Information No person shall possess, drink, sell or offer for sale any alcoholic beverages in campgrounds operated by the State of RI. The possession or use of all classes of fireworks, bow and arrows or firearms is also prohibited in campgrounds operated by the State of RI. Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM Generator Quiet Hours: 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM (No Exceptions) Pet Policy George Washington State Campground welcomes family pets (cats and dogs) that are well socialized, friendly and happy. If there is any doubt in your mind that your pet meets these criteria, please leave them at home. 1. Only two (2) pets per campsite are allowed. A current Rabies vaccination license is required and a Pet Certification Form must be completed and submitted at the time of arrival. 2. Pets must be on a leash, no more than 6 feet, at all times. 3. Pets may not be left unattended in your RV, on your site, or in any vehicle, as to disturb others while you are away. Excessive barking is a disturbance. 4. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet(s). Pet owners who are not in compliance will be asked to leave the campground with no refund. 5. Pets are not permitted at any RI State Beaches. Occupancy Policy Occupancy of the campsite is required on the first night of the reservation. A campsite unoccupied during this initial period is declared a no show and will be reassigned with all payment forfeited. Please call the campground if you are going to be late arriving for your reservation. Only one family (immediate family) is allowed per campsite. Non-family groups shall be limited to six persons per campsite. Cancellation Policy Cancellations or changes to a reservation will be assessed a fee of $10.00 and MUST BE made by 8:00 PM the day prior to your scheduled arrival date. Failure to cancel or change by this deadline will result in forfeiture of your entire payment. Please contact Reserve America at 1.877.742.2675 or log into your Reserve America account. Refund Policy Refunds will not be issued for weather, site conditions, no-shows, cancellations or early departures on or after the arrival date. Violations Customers that misrepresent information in order to circumvent reservation policies will not be accommodated upon arrival at the campground. Violation of any rule and/or regulation is grounds for revocation of the camping permit. If a permit is revoked, no refund will be issued. Any person or persons voided on a camping permit are not allowed to reenter any camping area for the duration of the camping season. All reservation policies and restrictions apply to Internet customers. Prior to finishing a reservation transaction, the Internet customer is asked to "agree" to all the terms given. Refunds are not available for misunderstanding of terms. |
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