Campground Hosting Rules

Each state has different rules and requirements for camp hosts. as said, if the state park doesn't allow pets, then you can't take yours.

Does the CG allow dogs?

Then you as host can have a dog.........simple.

Rules for hosting.........what you and CG agree to before hand in writing. Simple.

Anymore complicated then that not worth a free job.

It depends upon the location - and I would certainly ask before accepting a position. I would expect it to be in a written description of duties and rules.

In general - locations in more wildlife popular locations will have more restrictions on pets. You usually don't want to be a camp host in National Forest campgrounds in bear country or mountain lion country with a dog.

I've seen several federal postings for camp hosts be very specific - no dogs.

Outside of a couple western states - most state parks seem to be dog friendly.

Another resource for information - look at the general camping rules for the park you are thinking about applying to host. What to the general rules say about dogs. If they are the normal rules - then dogs are likely okay for the hosts. If they seem restrictive - then the hosts might not be allowed dogs.

Also be aware that as camp hosts one of your duties is to make sure folks clean up after their dogs.

If dogs are not allowed it will be likely stated in the notice of job available, or during the interview process. Best to ask the individual park to be sure.

We have always been allowed to take our dog at the hosting jobs we have had. Just make sure yours is a good camper and won't incessantly bark.

All I can speak to is Oregon State Parks. My dog is a welcome camper as long as we follow the parks rules. Max is a great camper. When we are out in the park if he cannot ride in the golf cart we tie him outside with plenty of water. We return regularly to check on him. In places where he is allowed to ride in the golf cart we take him with us on a leash. We do make sure to give him plenty of exercise a couple of times a day and he is happy.

We've hosted in a number of campgrounds and dogs have never been an issue. Best thing to do is ask them.
Also, most CG's have a written list of the duties you are expected to perform, ask for that rather than state up front what you won't do. That seems to me, negatively aggressive.

It's more than likely that your dog would be o.k. but there are no generalized 'rules' for hosting. Each park will have its own requirements so when you find a position you'd like, that's when you'd find out. Good luck!

Workamping is like any other job. You apply and send a resume of experience or talents. You let them know you have a dog and also let them know what you will or will not do. Like clean bathrooms, cook, dig up broken water lines are some duties some people refuse to do. If they have no problem with you having a dog, they will say so. At least you were upfront with them in the beginning