We like barbecue+beer and have some basic questions about this:1 - Is it acceptable/legal to have a barbecue with beer at all RV Parks, even at state parks and a good rest area ? 2 - At some RV parks firecamps signs and firerings options are showed. Does this means that we can have an barbecue at that places ?Thanks

#1 No, a lot of places prohibit beer. Generally though, if you are minding your business and not bothering anyone else they don't enforce the no beer rules. Rest areas... that is usually considered a public area and its usually illegal to drink in public. Police will usually enforce that law.#2 What do you mean by barbecue? Do you just mean a grill and cooking over an open fire? If so, you can do that just about anywhere (unless there is a wildfire risk).

Every campground has it's own set of rules. Some are more restrictive about open fires and alcohol use than others, so there's no general rule. Rest areas are for resting, not camping. Fires, BBQ's, etc, are generally not permitted. Alcohol use in a rest area would be subject to the applicable state laws regarding open containers, etc.

According to your sig. I see your in Florida. I can't comment on Florida law but here In Michigan most of the State parks are posted no alcohol. Private parks are at the owners discretion. As for rest areas, Most are adjacent to the freeway. There is basically a zero tolerance for drinking and driving In Michigan. If the police conclude that you even look visibly impaired, they will haul you away. So beware of the States laws that you pass through. Not that I condone drinking but do it responsibly and, where applicable, incognito. ;-) Happy camping and Cheers !!!

airton.aragao wrote:We like barbecue+beer and have some basic questions about this:1 - Is it acceptable/legal to have a barbecue with beer at all RV Parks, even at state parks and a good rest area ? No, not at all RV Parks...many are starting to prohibit it....rest areas generally no...2 - At some RV parks firecamps signs and firerings options are showed. Does this means that we can have an barbecue at that places ?Check with the parkThanks

It varies from place to place and depends on whether you staying in a State or Federal or private campground. Private campgrounds make their own rules and they vary widely. We camp mostly in California state campgrounds and have never seen a ban on alcohol. Generally, the rule is you're not supposed to take your beer outside of your campsite, though I seen it done all the time, ie, people walking around looking at other rigs with a beer in their hand. While in your campsite, you can do whatever you want so long as your not disturbing your neighbors. In 10 years of camping, I found most people keep to themselves and don't bother anyone so the alcohol question never comes up. Other states may be more restrictive.As to BBQ, I've never seen any restrictions on it, though private campgrounds likely have stricter rules.

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KO
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
As for grillin and camping - just go to RV World and look at the number of portable camping grills they have available. I always have beer in the RV fridge. If drinking beer is illegal - I just drink it inside (or use the the old Red Solo cups).
hotpepperkid
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
No alcohol and no firearms I see in a lot of rules. Oh well the cooler is full of beer and there are several firearms in my RV. One state park said only 3.2 beer was allowed
wbwood
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
Just made reservations at an RV Park. County owned. No alcohol and no open fires (to include portable fire pits). Grilling is ok though.
peajay
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
Growing up in Nebraska, the COE lake we lived by allowed alcohol without any restrictions while the State lakes and such prohibited alcohol and had "ALCOHOL PROHIBITED" signs in place. Several years ago the state ban was lifted after much debate.

Our COE lake provides fire rings at each campsite but during extreme drought, like we are in now, there may be open fire bans put in place and signs are posted at the entrance to the campground.

Signs, signs, everywhere signs. Just read the signs or you might be handed a sign and told "here's your sign".
NYCgrrl
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
airton.aragao wrote:
Coleman.

Thanks. About rest areas, I imagined that at a nice rest area one could spend a day, grill some meat and drink few beers. But now I understand that this is not a good idea.

Rgds

You can do the grilling and relaxing at rest areas along this scenic highway but not sure about a beer or two. There are however picnicking areas right off the parkway as well:

Blue Ridge Parkway

After looking around the website for general knowledge click on the left side tabs for "frequently asked questions" also know as "F.A.Q.s".
airton_aragao
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
Coleman.

Thanks. About rest areas, I imagined that at a nice rest area one could spend a day, grill some meat and drink few beers. But now I understand that this is not a good idea.

Rgds
2012Coleman
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2014
If you need correct information on parks in Florida or anywhere else, then look up the particular policy using Google, or call them. The Rules For Florida State Parks say that alcohol is permitted in designated areas - meaning your camp site. State parks also provide a fire ring and a picnic table and will tell you at check in if camp fires are prohibited at the time. Outdoor cooking on grills is always allowed. I've brought beer and wine to CGs where alcohol is prohibited and enforcement is imposed only on the drunks. Don't be a fool, and you'll be fine. Not sure why you would be asking about grilling and drinking at rest stops.
Terryallan
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2014
rockhillmanor wrote:
Terryallan wrote:
dalejiw25 wrote:
"But that is mostly Northern imports, (We call them Yankees) That do that."

Only a southerner (we call em Hillbillies) would actually know the difference between a hot dog and a brat.

So you are saying that only Southerners, (You don't know what a Hillbilly is) are smart enough to tell the difference between a Hot Dog and a Brat? You are prolly right. And thanks for the compliment. :B. It's pretty sad y'all wouldn't know. :B:S

Ahhh yes, but the Rednecks know how to cook them at a CG. :W

Well there you go.
bikendan
Explorer
Mar 31, 2014
Escargot wrote:
California State Parks:

Alcohol is only allowed in your overnight camp site and you may consume alcohol from a vessel.

http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=23930

just when you think California is over-regulated, you find something that still allows for personal freedoms.
i think most people would've thought that Calif. also banned alcohol in campsites.
chezmoose
Explorer
Mar 31, 2014
dalejiw25 wrote:
Just a quick FYI for Mi. Campers and Boaters.

https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-10365_10883-31330--,00.html

Priceless! I will commit that to memory right now...
:S