Rules for visiting La Croix de Bauzon
What is allowed and what is not at the resort and around it: camping, motorhomes, ski touring, dogs, drones and fires. Each rule links to the official source it comes from.
The resort lies within Parc Naturel Régional des Monts d'Ardèche (Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park); the resort area lies partly within the Natura 2000 site FR8201670 «Cévennes ardéchoises» and the Grand Tanargue biological reserve (ONF), so its public-use rules also apply. Source: mrae.developpement-durable.gouv.fr
⛺ Camping and bivouac
- ProhibitedThe resort's internal regulations prohibit camping in any form (tents) and bivouacking across the whole area and in the car parks. Failure to comply may result in being expelled from the site.Source: croixdebauzon.com
🚐 Motorhomes and caravans
- With conditionsMotorhomes and camper vans may only park in the car park designated for them and for a limited time. Setting out awnings, tables or chairs excessively, and any behaviour resembling permanent free camping, is prohibited.Source: croixdebauzon.com
🐕 Dogs
- With conditionsPets are tolerated on a short leash throughout the site (car parks, surroundings, paths). They are not allowed on the slopes, conveyor belt, zip line, suspended nets or the shooting area. The owner is responsible for keeping things clean.Source: croixdebauzon.com
🛸 Drones
- ProhibitedUsing or flying drones is prohibited across the entire resort perimeter: slopes, facilities, reception areas, car parks and surroundings. For professional, press or event use, prior written authorisation from the SPL management is required.Source: croixdebauzon.com
🔥 Fires and barbecues
- ProhibitedIn the Grand Tanargue biological reserve, the ban on bringing fire into the forest applies. In the resort, flammable products and fireworks are prohibited, and smoking or vaping is not allowed in activity areas, queues or buildings.Source: onf.fr
📋 Other rules
- With conditionsIn the Grand Tanargue biological reserve, picking mushrooms and wild berries for family consumption is allowed. Any other damage to flora or fauna is prohibited, including collecting dead wood. Fines are class 4.Source: onf.fr
- ProhibitedThroughout the resort, playing music or using portable sound devices is prohibited without prior authorisation from the management, as is dropping litter or cigarette butts outside the bins.Source: croixdebauzon.com
Frequently asked questions
- Can you camp or bivouac at La Croix de Bauzon?
- Prohibited. The resort's internal regulations prohibit camping in any form (tents) and bivouacking across the whole area and in the car parks. Failure to comply may result in being expelled from the site.
- Can you sleep in a motorhome at La Croix de Bauzon?
- With conditions. Motorhomes and camper vans may only park in the car park designated for them and for a limited time. Setting out awnings, tables or chairs excessively, and any behaviour resembling permanent free camping, is prohibited.
- Can you bring a dog to La Croix de Bauzon?
- With conditions. Pets are tolerated on a short leash throughout the site (car parks, surroundings, paths). They are not allowed on the slopes, conveyor belt, zip line, suspended nets or the shooting area. The owner is responsible for keeping things clean.
- Can you fly a drone at La Croix de Bauzon?
- Prohibited. Using or flying drones is prohibited across the entire resort perimeter: slopes, facilities, reception areas, car parks and surroundings. For professional, press or event use, prior written authorisation from the SPL management is required.
- Can you light a fire or barbecue at La Croix de Bauzon?
- Prohibited. In the Grand Tanargue biological reserve, the ban on bringing fire into the forest applies. In the resort, flammable products and fireworks are prohibited, and smoking or vaping is not allowed in activity areas, queues or buildings.
Before you go
Rules collected on 13 October 2026 and reviewed every month. Rules change and may have exceptions: if in doubt, follow the protected area, the local council or the resort. Translated from Spanish; some sources may be in another language.