Moore Haven KOA Holiday General Information

Sorry We don't Pick up Garbage at Site Because of Trash being put out late and the Critters tearing it up. We have Dumpsters at the back of the Park for your Convenience.

Research Local Wildlife: We Encourage campers in our area to research the specific animals they might encounter in Glades County (alligators, snakes, various birds, raccoons, opossums, possibly Florida black bears, wild hogs, panthers and bobcats).

• Stay Alert and Aware:
  
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• Look and Listen: Pay attention to your surroundings. Look for tracks, scat (droppings), or signs of animal activity. Listen for unusual sounds.
  
• Avoid Dawn and Dusk: Many animals are most active during these times.
  
• Don't Wear Headphones: This can limit your ability to hear approaching animals.
  

Maintain a Safe Distance: If you see wildlife, observe from a distance. If your presence causes an animal to change its behavior, you're too close. For alligators, a good rule of thumb is to stay at least 25 feet away. For larger animals like bears, 100 yards is recommended if they are present.

Supervise Children and Pets: Keep children close and pets on a leash at all times and keep a safe distance when walking around the edges of all bodies of water.

Know What to Do in an Encounter:  Research  basic instructions on how to react to common wildlife encounters (e.g., if an alligator is hissing, slowly back away; if a bear approaches, make yourself look big and make noise, do not run).

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CAN DO:

• Observe Wildlife from a Safe Distance: Use binoculars or telephoto lenses.
  
• Keep a Clean Campsite: This is paramount. Store all food and scented items properly.
  
• Dispose of Trash Properly: Use animal-resistant trash cans and dispose of garbage frequently.
  
• Report Nuisance Wildlife: If an animal is acting aggressively or seems to be a danger, report it immediately to campground staff or FWC.
  
• Secure Food:
  
• Use Designated Fire Pits: 
  
• Leash Pets: We have specific rules regarding pets in our campgrounds. Pets must be leashed and under physical control at all times and cannot be left unattended, including cats. During quiet hours (10 p.m. to 8 a.m.), pets must be in the owner's camping unit. Owners are required to clean up pet waste, and disruptive pets may be removed from the park. All pets must be vaccinated according to Florida law. 
  
• Respect Quiet Hours: Excessive noise can disturb wildlife.
  

CANNOT DO:

• DO NOT FEED WILDLIFE: 
  
• DO NOT APPROACH OR HARASS WILDLIFE: This includes trying to pet, touch, or get close to any wild animal, even if it seems friendly or injured. This is especially true for young animals,
  
• DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR TRASH UNATTENDED: This attracts animals to your campsite.
  
• DO NOT LEAVE COOLERS OUTSIDE: Even if latched, many animals can get into them.
  
• DO NOT SWIM OR ALLOW PETS TO SWIM IN UNMARKED WATERS: Especially in Glades County, assume all bodies of water may contain alligators.
  

We love having special events for our community and our guest! Please note that while all Registered Guest get free entry to these events, some activities within the event have small associated cost. This could include thing like certain games, specific food items, or other fun activates. While we do our best to cover as many of these cost as possible, some are beyond our control and may need to be passed on. For exact details on each event's  specific cost, please check our website, look for information posters around the campgrounds, or simply contact our management team. We are happy to help! 

Check in time is at 2:00 PM.  Check Out time is at 11:00 AM.  **Please call before arriving if you need to check-in earlier.  If your site or accommodation is ready before 2:00 PM, early check-in may be available with an additional charge of $20.00.
**Please check with the front desk before 11:00 AM if a late departure until 1:00 PM is possible at your site with an additional charge of $20.00.

After Hours Check-in:
Arriving Late? Please find an envelope with your name in the Night Registration. It will include your site-map, campground info,( cabin key ) and your car tag. Just find your site, settle in for a restful night and stop by and see us in the morning before 11:00 am to complete your reservation.

You can enjoy a game or two with your friends at our Pool tables, Shuffleboard, Ping Pong, Cornhole, and many other gaming activities for you and yours to enjoy. You can also cool off in our sparkling swimming pool or enjoy a nice walk around our ponds. You might see some turtles, small alligators, and birds bathing in the sun. When the sun goes down, the campfires start - take part on Thursday nights beginning the first Thursday in December through the last Thursday in April. Bring your marshmallows, hotdogs, drinks, campfire stories, or musical instruments. Socialize with fellow campers and join in the fun. Join us from the first Saturday in January to the last Saturday in April for Free Pancakes and Coffee, served hot and fresh from 9am to 11am in the Recreation Room. Call the front desk for more information: 863-946-6616. Don't miss out.

We're happy to help you get settled in! If you make a reservation after 6 PM, please give our office a call at 863-946-6616. This lets us make sure your campsite is ready for you when you get here. We appreciate your cooperation!

Ready to kick back? Here's the lowdown on making your stay awesome.

• Front Office: Our team is here to help with whatever you need. Stop by to say hi and grab some firewood.
  
• Check-in / Check-out: Land your spot at 2 PM, and no rush on your way out—check-out is at 11 AM.
  
• Firewood Policy: Only use our safe, local firewood for your campfire. It's better for the environment and helps us protect the park.
  
• Pool Hours: The pool is open from sun-up to sun-down. Come take a dip!
  
• Quiet Hours: We wind down at 10 PM. It's the perfect time to stargaze or just chill.
  
• Visitors: Friends in the area? They're welcome to visit. Just a heads-up, they need to check in at the front office first.
  

Our swimming pool is open from 9 am til dusk.  Children under the age of 12 must always be accompanied by an adult. No pets in the fenced-in pool area. No glass poolside.  Guest must observe all posted pool rules.  Stay safe.

General Store:  General Store is open from 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Sunday.  Do not worry Late Arrivals, your Map and Info will be at the Night Registration Building. We do close early for Holidays (Call for hours). The General Store offers cold drinks, snacks, ice, ice cream products, RV supplies, and general household items.

Moore Haven KOA Holiday is pet friendly.  We know you like to travel with your furry family members and we have just the location for them.  We have two fenced-in dog parks for them to run off leash with pet stations for accidents. We charge a one time fee of  $5.00  per Pet.  Please review the KOA Policy and remember to keep your pet safe by always walking them on a leash.  Unfortunately, we do not allow pets on our Tent sites or in our Cabins.  We do not have a breed restriction but aggressive dogs of any kind are not allowed.  If you have any questions regarding our Pet Policy, please call.

Playground / Rules and Regulations:  Our playground is open from 9 am til dusk. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. No pets, food, smoking, alcoholic beverages or glass inside the playground area.  All posted playground rules must be followed.

All guests must register in the office and purchase a $5.00 day pass. "Guests" are defined as any person(s) not registered with your party at check-in. All visitors are charged $5.00 per person/per day fee for overnight visits.  Please have all visitors register at the office upon arrival whether in your vehicle or theirs. Campers are responsible for their guests. No visitors will be admitted after 9pm, and visiting hours end at 10pm. Inquired in the office for visitor parking and to obtain a Parking Pass.  If you have any questions, please inquire in the office.

Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am daily.  Please be as quiet as possible during these times.  Be courteous of you neighbors.

We offer free WiFi to our guests at all sites and at the clubhouse.