Park Rules

Park Rules and Regulations

France Park offers a fun and friendly environment for all. Please take a moment to read and understand the park rules. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Camping Rules and Guidelines

• Quiet time begins at 11:00 pm until 8:00 am
• Fireworks are not permitted in the park.
• The advertising and/or sale of food and merchandise must have prior approval from park authorities.
• Campers are required to remove all trash and debris created during their stay
• Pets are to remain on a leash and attended at all times. They are not allowed in the restrooms, or on the beach.
• Owners of pets are required to pick up pet droppings in camp areas
• Golf Carts and Mopeds are permitted with a valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• No motorized vehicles, except golf carts, are allowed on the trails.
• ABSOLUTELY NO: climbing, fishing, jumping, or diving off or from the cliffs. Failure to comply with this will result in your expulsion from the park.
• Primitive Camping is 6 nights maximum. Once the 6 nights are up you MUST leave for at least 13 nights before coming to camp primitive again.
• Modern Electric Camping is 12 days maximum. Once the 12 days are up you MUST leave for 13 nights before camping modern electric again.
• Car Passes are for campers only, all guests must pay the gate fee.
• Any firewood brought in MUST be debarked!
• Check-in is between 1:00PM and 9:00PM ONLY.
• No check-in for primitive camping will be allowed after 9:00PM.

Drone Flight Rules and Guidelines

• Drones and other airborne devices may only be operated in the designated areas.
  • Designated Drone Flying Areas:
    • Upper  Prairie
    • Lower Prairie
    • Any Trail that can accomodate usage
  • DRONES ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
    • Beach
    • Swimming Quarry
    • All Camping Areas
    • All Playgrounds
• Drones are NOT to be flown lower than 20 feet
• For use outside of the designated areas, written and signed permission must be granted by the current park superintendent.
• If the superintendent is unavailable, Cass County Parks employees may issue written and signed permission for flight.
• FAA license and proof of insurance will be required for use outside of the designated areas.

Fishing Rules and Guidelines

• Fishing is allowed in the designated Fishing Lake. A fishing license is required.
• You may keep the fish you catch.
• No fishing is allowed in Kenith Quarry at any time regardless of season.
• Fisherman are required to clean up and remove any items used during their activity.
• Gas motors are not permitted on any of our lakes.

Swimming Rules and Guidelines

• Swimming is allowed in the designated swim area of Kenith Quarry from 10:00AM to 8:00PM.
• No animals are permitted on the beach.
• Minors MUST be accompanied by an adult.
• Swimming during rain will only be permitted if lightning is not present.
• Once entering the water you understand that France Park/Cass County in its entirety is not held responsible for any injuries/death.
• Glass bottles and animals are not allowed on the beach.
• ABSOLUTELY NO: climbing, fishing, jumping, or diving off or from the cliffs. Failure to comply with this will result in your expulsion from the park.
• Please swim safely and swim AT YOUR OWN RISK.