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Bear Lake RV Park Opening and Closing

May 6, 2023 by in Community

Decisions to open and close the Park is dependent on weather conditions and the condition of the roads. The Board of Directors monitor these factors throughout the year as they open and close the Park. The Board of Directors is responsible for informing members the status of the Park.

The park maintains 4 phases of operation.

  1. Pre open:  The padlock to the gate is removed and the electronic gate is operational. This stage happens in the late spring after the snow has melted and roads become firm enough to support vehicle weight. During these weeks, members are encouraged to have contractors perform any water hook-up or revision to their water lines. Contractors need to be licensed in the state of Idaho. Prior to the initiation of any work, members need to gain approval from the Architectural and Planning committee and the Board of Directors, using the maintenance request portal in App Folio. While the daytime temperatures are well above freezing, night time lows hover around or below freezing temperatures, therefore the water system cannot be run. The water to the park is not tuned on.
  • Open The Park is open. The electronic gate is operational.  Daytime and night time temperatures remain above freezing and roads are dry/firm enough to support vehicle weight. The water system has been cleaned and passed Idaho Health Department standards for water safety. Bathrooms and the sewer dump are open. At this time, contractors/owners are prohibited from tying into or revising water lines.
  •  Closed The Park is closed. While daytime temperatures may be above freezing, night time temperatures are forecasted to be or are below freezing. The Board of Directors monitor forecasts to determine the risk of lines freezing due to anticipated low temperatures. The water system is drained and will not be turned back on for the rest of the year. The bathrooms and the sewer dump are closed. Members are encouraged to have contractors perform any water hook-ups or revisions to their water lines at this preferred time. Contractors need to be licensed in the state of Idaho. Prior to the initiation of any work, members need to gain approval from the Architectural and Planning committee and the Board of Directors, using the maintenance request portal in App Folio.  The electronic gate remains operational for members and contractors.
  • Post Close: Gateis locked. The electronic gate is disengaged.  During late fall when precipitation causes the roads to become less firm or snow packed and a risk for damage to the road base by vehicles is determined, the gate to the park is padlocked. Vehicle traffic is not allowed on the roads. ATVs/side by sides and other off-road vehicles are not permitted on the roads due to the risk of damage to the roads. If there is a firm snow pack, (generally at least 12” base) snowmobiles may drive onto the road, providing that they do not disturb the road base. Members may walk, ski, sled or snow shoe within the park. Members are reminded that the Park is a winter refuge and should refrain from activities which would disturb wildlife. Members are responsible for securing the padlock to the gate.

Notes:

  1. Regardless of the opening phase, if the gate is padlocked, the member unlocking the padlock is required to immediately re-lock it.
  2. Vehicular traffic is not allowed on the roads until the electronic gate is operational.