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Barrie KOA
- 3138 Penetanguishene Road, RR 1
- Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8
- Canada
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From Hwy 400 exit at Horseshoe Valley (Exit 117). Go E 1 mi to lights on Rd 93 (Penetanguishene Rd). Turn R, go S 1 mi. Or from Hwy 11 North or South exit at 93 (Penetanguishene Rd), go N 7 mi.
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2011 President's Award
KOA President's Award
Awarded to KOAs that meet exceptional quality standards and are recognized by their guests for outstanding service.
2011 KOA Founder's Award
KOA Founder's Award
KOA's highest service award, presented to KOA owners that achieve world class service scores from their camping guests.
KOA Kamp Green Recognition
KOA Kamp Green Recognition
This KOA meets the established criteria to become a greener campground operation and is recognized by the "Kamp Green" icon.
Fine your AWAY at Barrie KOA!
Nestled among the pines on sixty acres of green space, Barrie KOA is the natural choice for campers of all ages. Families can relax and enjoy the heated pools, a modern playground, and pancake breakfasts or chew on this - delicious stone-baked pizza can be delivered right to your site from the campground Pizza Parlour! Consider some privacy while camping in our unique adult section equipped with deluxe concrete RV pads, WiFi, landscaped patios and large lawns that are perfect for your big rig and the promise of a spectacular sunset.
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Themed Weekends - Come Kamp and Care With Us Weekend, Acts of Piracy, Zoo Tek Wildly Exciting Animal Show, Thanks-for-giving us Halloweekend. For full details see the 2012 Summer Events.
Primarily Adult Section for Big Rigs at Barrie KOA - Just beyond our pond is this unique adult section of the campground where comfort and privacy abounds. Spacious lengthy concrete pads with landscaped patios, 30-50 amp service, private facilities and amenities will play home to rigs of all sizes. New 90 foot pull thru sites, too!
Kamp K-9 - BOW-WOW! Our new off leash pet playgrounds provide plenty of room to play and exercise for our four legged campers too.
Bando's Pizza Parlour - Chew on this! Enjoy hot and fresh menu items including homemade stone baked pizza with your choice of toppings and delivered to your campsite. Other favorites like panzerotti and garlic fingers may suit your fancy too, View our full menu here. And now, S'mores Pizza!
And the Award Goes to… Barrie KOA! We are an award-winning campground, recognized by KOA with the top prize "Kampground of the Year" in 2001 and more recently "2011 Founder's and President's Award". Barrie KOA is consistently recognized in the industry and by its campers as a campground of choice.
Campfire Stories - You don't have to travel very far to experience some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Realize a more relaxed, fun-loving side of yourself when you leave civilization and your day-to-day life behind. Memories created around a campfire will endure when you recall the special time spent together as a family while camping.
Meet Your Hosts
At a time when most people can barely decide what to do with their life, Tony and Amy Raposo owned a campground. In 1986, the Raposos, then just in their early twenties, decided to make a bold move and purchase a KOA campground. Tony was working fulltime at his parent's family farm, and Amy was finishing her last year of university.
"It was my father's idea, being an entrepreneur," Amy said. "He showed us how campground ownership suited both our talents and interests." In a handshake deal, the Raposos bought a campground just 30 minutes away from home. Back then the newly-married couple didn't run the campground with the same intensity as they do now. "We were so bored during the off season that we would go get jobs. We did that for a couple of years," Amy said.
Those days are over as the business requires around-the-year attention. Barrie KOA is a family-run business with the couple's three children growing up and working on the campground. "We started with the campground, and it is all we have ever known," she said. "It is like an extended family because it is so intertwined with our lives."
Their customer service keeps up with the campers' changing needs. "We do as much as we can for the customers," Tony said. "We are continually upgrading the campground in order to give campers what they want and keep them coming back."
Tony described the couple as "hands on" owners, with a remarkable staff who support and believe in the campground as much as we do". "As our KOA grows, it makes life that much more interesting," Tony said.
Campground Amenities
- NEW Mining Attraction
- Pancake Breakfast - July and August
- Planned Activities Available
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- BANDO'S onsite Pizza Parlour
- Family Reunion Headquarters
Campground Activities
Fun is Always on the Schedule at Barrie KOA!
Whether you’re 1, 100 or anywhere in between you’re gonna love all the stuff we’ve got in store for you this year. Our themed weekends, fantastic planned activities and special events will keep you having fun and on the run all season long!
To your site, Pizza tonight!
BANDO'S PIZZA @ Barrie KOA.
Made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients, our kampers clamor for our delicious stone-baked pizza, popular panzerotti, and amazing garlic fingers. It's located right on our campground and we even deliver right to your site. 705 739 1900
And right next door to BANDO'S, the KOA store is home to some of the best ice cream in Barrie. Choose a single scoop for the little campers or go for the gusto and get a large for yourself. Not an ice cream fan? That's okay - we've got lots of exceptional novelty desserts, too.
Grab a Stack!
Don't miss out on one of our delicious Pancake Breakfasts, served Wednesday and Sunday mornings in July and August. Slather golden hotcakes with margarine and drizzle them with tasty syrup. It's the perfect camping breakfast - at a price that's easy on your budget.
Strike it Rich!
GEMSTONE MINING - YONTAMY INC. MINING COMPANY -Barrie KOA’s newest mining sluice offers all the excitement of panning for semi-precious gemstones in a sluiceway of rushing water similar to the gold rush days. By simply pouring a little mixing material into the sifter and swishing under the rushing water you discover natural gemstones, fossils or arrowheads. YONTAMY INC. MINING COMPANY offers fun and excitement for kids of all ages. Gemstone, fossil, emerald or arrowhead rough mix ranges in price from $5.50 - $9.50 plus tax. Identification card and bag included with every purchase.
Ready, Set, Camp!
Join us for fantastic adventures and family-friendly fun that'll keep you busy all season long. We've got a lot of new themed events planned, Wacky Wednesdays are back and of course camper favourites like daily wagon rides and movies on the patio in season. For your added enjoyment, games room, volleyball and basketball courts, and horseshoes are available on site.
Bring Your Four-Legged Friends for a Grrrreat Time!
If no camping trip is complete without your furry, four-legged buddy, Barrie KOA is the perfect place for you. Your pup will have a great time in our Kamp K9 dog parks, the perfect spot to burn off energy and play with other pets. They'll be comfortable and safe while having fun in an area made just for them.
We also offer pet-friendly accommodations, where your cat or dog can bunk with you throughout your stay. That means not having to leave them behind when you go on vacation - and no expensive kennel fees! You'll find KOA's pet policy on our website, and we're always happy to answer any questions you may have.
Marco
Polo! Cool off in one of our two beautiful swimming pools. They're the picture-perfect place to catch some rays and spend your days.
Child's Play
Kids of all ages are gonna love our modern playground, where they can run, swing and climb to their heart's content!
Getting Crafty the KOA Way
We’ve got crafts planned for kampers of all ages this year—and a great new place to make 'em in. Create a kool souvenir to take home with you, like a colourful tie-dyed tee-shirt or a furry friend at one of our "Me and My Teddy" workshops. Craft projects and prices vary by weekend, so be sure to ask about 'em at our front desk! A fee may apply for some craft events.
Perfect Place for your Biggest Events
Got a Big Group Event? Let us make it a Big Deal! When it comes to family reunions, regional rallies, work retreats or church outings, there’s no place like Barrie KOA. We make it easy, and we make it fun - so book your big group camping event today! This is the perfect spot to host your next gathering.
The Healing Nature of Camping - KOA Care Camps
At Barrie KOA, we're proud to support KOA Care Camps, a non-profit charity that sponsors 43 children's cancer camps in Canada and the U.S. At these camps, kids with cancer experience the fun of summer camp while still having access to the treatment they need. We are grateful to you for your support of the KOA Care Camps Trust and thank you for assisting us in giving smiles back to so many awesome kids. Join us for Come Camp and Care With Us Weekend May 11 and 12th, 2012 for a free night of camping and to help make a difference in a child's life.
Tim who? Coffee anyone?
Start your day off with a cup of gourmet coffee from our self-serve counter. We grind the beans fresh and leave it up to you to choose your favourite flavour. Try the hot chocolate and French Vanilla cappuccino - you won't be sorry!
Just for Grown-Ups -Patio Sites in Cedarwood
Cedarwood Country at KOA is ready tohost campers looking for a quiet, private getaway. Large concrete patio sites and 100' pull throughs, fully landscaped provides a comfortable camping haven. You'll even have an adults-only recreation hall with a kitchen, exercise equipment and a flat screen TV.
Local Attractions
What will it be?
A large number of our campers like to just tour the area and take in the sights. Because we are in the “Heart of Huronia” there is breathtaking scenery in all four directions. Whether the camper is a “water enthusiast,” “wild fan,” “craft explorer,” “antique collector,” “sports buff” or simply a “leisure technician,” there are many things of interest to entertain and occupy the entire family.
Craighurst/Dalston - minutes
Craighurst provides shopping, golf, cycling, mountain climbing, movies, restaurants, repair and fuel for all your entertainment and camping needs. All this conveniently located within minutes from the campground. Visit Horseshoe Valley Trading Company, Chelsea Chocolates, Ryther Service Centre, Whistle Stop Pet Shop, Garrett's Farm Market & Greenhouses, Brown's Farm, Dalston General Store, Simoro Golf Links, Chappell Farms.
Barrie - 15 minutes
Spend a day in Barrie and enjoy the beautiful waterfront, newly renovated Georgian Mall, delectable restaurants, festivals including Waterfront Festival, Promenade Days and Kempenfest, boat cruises and much more, all within 15 minutes of the campground. Mariposa School of Skating-National Training Center Mariposa School of Skating-National Training Center Mariposa is a world-renowned training center for figure skating. It is home to an elite staff of coaches with expertise in technical, artistic, mental and physical aspects of figure skating. The Mariposa School of Skating offers expert training at all levels from beginner to World and Olympic caliber skaters.
Orillia - 30 minutes away
Stephen Leacock Museum, Casino Rama Orillia Opera House
Collingwood - 40 minutes
Scenic Caves
Explore the caves and crevices, enjoying breathtaking sights along the way. Build up your courage for the 126 meter suspension bridge, the longest suspension footbridge in Ontario, and experience the thrill, excitement and beauty that this area has to offer. For more information call (705) 446-0256.
Village at Blue Mountain
There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE!
The Blue Mountain Village is located in the Town of the Blue Mountains, nestled between the charming communities of Collingwood and Thornbury, at the foot of Ontario’s largest mountain resort, Blue Mountain. The Village offers a vibrant social and cultural scene combining unique attractions, dining and shopping experiences. There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE including 38 retailers, 20 cafes & restaurants, year round award winning Festivals and Events plus Activity Central to book your hiking, biking, caving, climbing, spa, Apple Pie Trail adventures and more! Please visit www.bluemountainvillage.ca.
Le Scandinave Spa at the Blue Mountain
Located in South Georgian Bay, minutes from downtown Collingwood and Blue Mountain Resort, this unique spa offers expansive views of the World Biosphere designated Niagara Escarpment. Nestled in a natural forest setting, invigorate and cleanse your body & mind in the hot baths & refreshing cold plunges & relaxation areas. For the ultimate treat, enjoy a massage and lunch at the spa bistro. More great paces to visit- Great Slide Ride, Candy Factory, Blue Mountain Pottery a short drive from KOA.
Elmvale - 20 minutes
Explore Elmvale Jungle Zoo, an exciting and educational adventure. Enjoy exotic wildlife from around the world. Over 300 animals, birds and reptiles, giraffes, white tigers in the natural surrounding of the Zoo's 25 acre site. Walk the shaded trails and take part in interactive educational animal presentations. Open 7 days a week May 21st through Labour Day.
Country Shopping
If you're "a little bit country", then Elmvale is the place to visit. Unique shopping where friendly service prevails is just the beginning of what this quaint village surrounded by gorgeous homes, history, antiques and beautiful gardens has to offer. Main Street Market Bazaar is "a treasure hunting experience" for the "picker" in you. And be sure to drop by the Elmvale bakery for a sinfully delicious treat if passing through on your way to Wasaga Beach.
Midland - 30 minutes
Wye Marsh Wildlife Center
Offering 22 kilometers of hiking trails, self-guided or guided walking tours, guided canoe tours, observation tower, floating boardwalks and tons of wildlife, the Wye Marsh is a great place to get close to nature.
Discovery Harbour
Discovery Harbour is one of the most picturesque historic sites in Ontario, with a scenic shoreline, replica ships and smaller vessels, historic buildings, and an original Officers' Quarters along beautiful Penetanguishene Bay.
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
The impressive reconstruction of Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons takes you back in time to a story of cultural contact, determination, drama, and survival. As you explore the site you'll sense the challenges faced by those who founded and worked at this famous fortress-mission.
Martyrs' Shrine
Set on 75 acres of beautifully landscaped property, the Martyrs' Shrine has a tranquil and serene atmosphere, honouring the eight Jesuit saints that lived, worked and died there over 350 years ago.
Wasaga Beach - 20 minutes
For over a century tourists have traveled to the welcoming shores of Nottawasaga Bay, to stroll along 14 kilometers of white sand beach, swim in warm, clean waters and enjoy the panoramic mountain views across the Bay. The Town offers an excellent variety of restaurant choices, special events almost every weekend and evening entertainment abounds. Perhaps the best kept secret in Wasaga Beach is the endless recreation trails for hiking and cycling. Waterworlds, go-carts, batting cages also abound.
Penetanguishene/Georgian Bay - 35 minutes
Discovery Harbour
Discovery Harbour is Ontario's most picturesque marine heritage site and takes guests back to the 19th century days of Royal Navy sail on scenic Penetanguishene Bay. Visitors can chat with friendly interpreters aboard the magnificent replica schooners H.M.S.. Tecumseth and H.M.S. Bee. The site also features beautiful boardwalks, the waterside restaurant Captain Roberts' Table and historic grounds. Discovery Harbour is also home to the King's Wharf Theatre, which presents an outstanding lineup of Music and Laughter during the summer season.
King's Wharf Theatre
IIt is hard to imagine a more ideal setting for summer theatre with the breathtaking natural beauty and historic significance of Discovery Harbour. This unique, rustic theatre sits on the shores of Georgian Bay with its 30,000 islands, flanked by majestic tall ships and historic buildings that represent the original 19th-century British naval and military base. At the King's Wharf Theatre, you will experience the same high standard of theatrical entertainment that theatregoers in our other locations across Ontario have come to expect.
Just steps from the theatre, is Captain Roberts' Table, a charming air-conditioned restaurant, offering outstanding friendly service in a comfortable atmosphere, with yet another spectacular view of the Bay.
Georgian Bay - Port Severn - 45 minutes
Big Chute:North America’s Only Marine Railway
See the awe-inspiring site of boats gently lifted from the waters of the Upper Severn River and Gloucester Pool and transported via train car to the opposite side. One of just two marine railways in the world, the Big Chute offers
a breathtaking spectacle that happens every day mid summer just 45 minutes from Barrie KOA. While you’re there, take a free tour of the Big Chute hydro generating stations, too. Ask for directions, tour details and additional information at our front desk.
Bricebridge - 45 minutes
Santa’s Village
Vaughan - 50 minutes
Canada's Wonderland
Canada's Premier Amusement Park with over 200 attractions is sure to have something for everyone.Discounted tickets are available at Barrie KOA. NEW Leviathan - one of the biggest and tallest roller coasters in the world is unveiled this summer along with Dinosaur Alive, an opportunity to take a journey back in time through one of the world's largest animatronic dinosaur parks! Add the FAST LANE ticket option and you'll get a wristband that allows you to bypass the regular line on 15 of our most popular rides as many times as you want all day long! Wonderland opens May 6, 2012.
Vaughan Mills Mall
Fashion, outlets, dining and entertainment combine to create not just an incredible place to shop, but rather, a destination in itself. You know style isn't what you do, it's how you do it!
Toronto - One Hour
If you want the best of both worlds, central location to some of the world's most amazing beaches and vacation attractions and Toronto feature attractions like the Roger's Centre, Stock Market Place, CN Tower, Science Centre, Medieval Times, Ontario’s Place, Playdium, make Barrie KOA your vacation destination.
Fairs and Shows
Held the first weekend in August is Kempenfest. This family waterfront event includes; the Huronia Festival of Arts & Crafts, The Kempenfest Kiwanis Antique Show, The Rotary Club's Sports and Leisure Show. Hundreds of arts and crafts on display and for sales, antiques, sports, midway, helicopter rides, and tethered balloon rides (weather permitting). Visit Kempenfest online for more information.
And this is just the beginning of the numerous fairs and shows in the Barrie area. Come and enjoy the fall colours and venture through the countryside visiting local artisans, roadside flea markets or just stroll the area and take in the breathtaking views.
Shopping
Barrie
Just 15 minutes to three malls Bayfield Mall, Georgian Mall and The Kozlov Centre with major department stores (The Bay, Sears, Zeller’s, WalMart, 24 hour supermarkets). Want a more home grown shopping experience? Visit the "Barrie Farmers' Market" in downtown Barrie for some locally grown produce, meats, baked goods and crafts, from farmers' markets.
400 Market and Antiques Mall
Heading to KOA? Make sure The 400 Market is your summer supplies destination, with the largest selection of fresh meat, pastries, local produce, and summer toys. Open every weekend, the 400 Market is fun for the whole family. Located at Hwy 400 and Innisfil Road.
Tanger Outlets Cookstown
Formerly Cookstown Outlet Mall is now a Tanger Outlet Center. Located 30 minutes south of Barrie KOA, this mall is worth the drive for name-brand offerings at outlet prices.
Waterfronts and Sandy Beaches
Barrie Waterfront
Just 10 minutes away, Barrie's waterfront features beaches, water play area, picnic tables and pavilion, concession stands, 6.7-kilometer walk & bike path, volleyball courts, playground, mini putt, washrooms, change rooms and parking.
Wasaga Beach
Only minutes from KOA, Wasaga Beach with the longest freshwater beach in the world has been long hailed as one of the premier tourist destinations in Ontario. A family destination that has lots to offer including water slides, walk & bike trails, shops, restaurants and go-karts.
Movies
A number of campers like to take their families to a Drive-In Theatre. Sunset Barrie Drive-In (formerly Barrie Triple Drive-In) is located approximately 20 minutes away. Prefer a motion picture in a dark theatre? Galaxy Cinemas Barrie -Cineplex features first-run movies, or try the newly renovated Bayfield 7 Cinema in Barrie only minutes from KOA.
Take a Chance
Casino Rama
Casino Rama is Ontario’s First Nations commercial casino offering a complete entertainment experience with more than 2,500 slot machines, more than 110 table games, 10 unique restaurants and a world-class 5,000-seat Entertainment Centre.
Georgian Downs
Fancy a little harness racing? Visit Georgian Downs, just "down the road" from KOA. Post time is 7:25 every Tuesday and Saturday night. Or for some good eats, try the Tuesday Night Buffet in the Governor's Dining Room Restaurant
The Slots at Georgian Downs
Enjoy the excitement of the Slots floor, with 1000 slot machines. The new stylized, ultra modern gaming floor opened in August 2009 and features interactive machines like Blackjack, Poker and Roulette, plus classic favourites like Blazing 7s and Wheel of Fortune. Take a chance on the progressives including Red Hot Jackpots and Megabucks.
Golf fore all!
There are over 20 courses within a one hour range of our campground, from par-9 to PGA 27-hole ranges to challenge the beginner or serious duffer. There are three major courses within 15 minutes of Barrie KOA.
Just Cruising
Barrie
Take a sightseeing cruise through beautiful Kempenfelt Bay aboard the triple deck paddle-wheeler, the Serendipity Princess.
Midland
Miss Midland is one way to experience the windswept pines and rocky outcrops of Georgian Bay.
Penetanguishene 30,000 Islands
Board the M.S. Georgian Queen for a spectacular cruise through Georgian Bay. Learn about historical sites and points of interest along the way.
Hardwood Ski & Bike - Mountain Bike
Great trails, great riding, everyday! 80 km of trails for every level of rider on single or double tracks., marked and maintained one-directional trails. New, Disc Golf Course with rentals available. KOA Guest Discount - 20% Off Trail Passes or Rentals by showing your current vehicle tag.Come see Canada's Best World Cup and Olympic mountain bike riders in action! This world-class competitive course (located minutes from the campground) host's special events each year attracting cyclist and cycling enthusiasts from all over Canada. For all Hardwood has to offer, visit Hardwood Ski and Bike online.
Fishing
All types of freshwater fishing within 40 minutes. Boat, motor and equipment rentals are available nearby. Georgian Bay and its tributaries, as well as Lake Simcoe and Couchiching, offer pike, pickerel (walley), small-mouth bass, perch and for the serious fisherman -- muskellunge! There is a “Perch Festival” from mid-April to early May, in Orillia, with great prizes.
Wye Marsh Wildlife Festival
The Wildlife Festival is a two-day event that celebrates nature in all aspect of art - International Woodcarving contests - wildlife preservation/displays - roots and traditional music. The Wye Marsh website has more information.
Barrie Automotive Flea Market
Held Spring (the first weekend in June), and Fall (early September). Swap meets, vintage autos and collectibles, auctions, an annual tradition that brings car buffs to the area from all points. Acres of "wonderment" for the auto enthusiast. Located at Burl's Creek only minutes from KOA Barrie.
Simcoe County Quilt Rug & Craft Fair
Simcoe Country Museum hosts this special event featuring a quilt show and sale, demos of spinning, weaving, rug hooking, and quilting, vendors, raffles and childrens' activities. Just one of many engaging events! The Simcoe County Museum was created in 1928 by Women's Institute members Mrs. C.P. Stocking and Mrs. R.A. Sutherland. Over the years, the museum has grown significantly, and now is composed of a five gallery facility with sixteen outdoor heritage and display buildings. At the Simcoe County Museum, visitors are able to experience history first hand in a museum that is engaging and exciting. Come to the Museum and discover the stories behind a collection of over 30,000 artifacts!
Born to Ride Bicycle-Cycling and Powerbocking Adventures
Bicycle rental and exciting Guided Tours for your cycling adventures. Onsite in Horseshoe Valley from May to October Rent a bicycle and take a self-guided tour, enjoy some mountain biking through forest trails, or...a Guided Tour can take you on the roller coaster roads that make Horseshoe Valley famous...serene natural trails on abandoned rail trails... through majestic forest trails and breathtaking waterfronts that make up Simcoe County! Minutes from KOA. Born to Ride Bicycle has added Tasting Tours too; the local cycling tour includes a visit to Chelsea Chocolates. Powerbock training is also availalbe on-site to groups of 4-8. Learn to run faster, jump higher and leap farther than you've ever done before! Learn to powerbock for great fun and fitness.
The RV Warehouse - We Sell Fun!
Located just south of Barrie, and Serving Central Ontario for over a decade, The RV Warehouse, is dedicated to helping you with ALL of your RV needs from Sales, Parts, and Service to a full Accessory store. Our dedicated staff combines many years of knowledge and a love of camping to help ensure your visit to our dealership will be time well spent!! This Year we have expanded our lineup by adding KZ-RV (Spree, Sportsmen, Coyote and Durango) to our existing models by Jayco and Starcraft. Our inventory of New and Used Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, and Folding Camper Trailers awaits you!
Looking for a Motorhome?
The Hitch House Motorhome Specialists is the right place to come to find the right Motorhome to suit you perfectly. We stock, sell and service millions of dollars worth of Motorhomes every year from one of the best full service RV stores in Canada. We carry the very best brand names including Thor Motor Coach, Newmar, Monaco RV, Chateau, and Pleasure-Way.
After 42 years in business The Hitch House has a 14-acre display lot, as well as a 35,000 square foot facility, a 12-Motorhome indoor showroom and one of the largest RV parts and accessories stores in Canada. We have a 15-bay RV service centre that is fully optimized for Motorhome and RV repairs of all types including paint and bodywork.Located only minutes from Barrie KOA Campground.
Campground News
KOA Loves four-legged Campers
We know you enjoy sharing the pleasures of camping with your dogs or cats. To ensure that all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience, Barrie KOA has established some guidelines.
When You Arrive:
- Good behavior is required. Dogs of any breed that are hostile or aggressive will be asked to leave the campground, along with their owners.
- Bring the leash. Dogs must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside their owners' vehicles or rental units. Do not leave a tethered dog unattended. Pets may not be left unattended in a camping unit or accommodation.
- Remember manners. Constant barking bothers other campers. If your pet is too vocal, you'll need to find other accommodations
- Bring your helper. Service dogs are welcomed at all KOA campgrounds. (Leash and aggressive behavior rules apply.)
Hillbilly Willy BBQ/Big Pig Jig – Pig & Beef Roast July 28th, 2012
Saddle up cowpokes and git on over to the KOA this weekend for our 16th Annual Pig & Beef Roast hosted in “the barn” to raise funds for KOA Care Camps.Enjoy a generous portion of slow roasted pig and beef with all the fixins, salads, maple baked beans,rolls and dessert, of course! Tickets are $18 per adult; children 10 and under just $7 when accompanied by a paying adult. All proceeds donated to KOA Care Camps. We sell out early, so book your spot today. It's a wonderful feed for a great cause! Book early to avoid disappointment.
The Hitch House Motorhome Specialists "Motorhome Show and Sale"
Visit the Hitch House April 28th through May 13th for a "Motorhome Show and Sale" extravaganza, only minutes from Barrie KOA. A comprehensive host of activities have been planned with the RVer in mind. Enjoy Manufacturer Approved Rebates, special discounts at the parts and accessories store, specialized seminars, service specials, financing featuring lower interest rates, door prizes and President's Club gift bags just for attending. BBQ and refreshments will be served during weekend events. Visit Barrie KOA Hot Deals for special camping deals so you can be minutes from all the fun.
Gift of “Getting Away From it All” Camping GIFT CERTIFICATES
Give a Barrie KOA Kampground Gift Certificate and help friends and family escape to camping. Gift Certificates can be special ordered in any denomination. You may purchase them by emailing your request to info@barriekoa.com or calling toll free 1 800 562 7397 (see upper right corner). Have your credit card ready and we will make arrangements by phone for any occasion gift certificates. Happy Birthday, Anniversary, Holidays, "Because the Sun is Shining" Day!
Planning to Bring Your Own Firewood to KOA?
A single piece of firewood can destroy millions of trees.
It might seem difficult to imagine, but something as simple as bringing your own firewood when you travel to or from your favourite campsite could threaten and destroy thousands, even millions, of trees. Transportation of firewood is a common way for invasive species to spread as they remain hidden under the bark where you can't see them. Campers who bring firewood from home may accidentally spread pests that threaten Ontario campgrounds and the health of our forests.
Leave your firewood at home.
Throwing a few pieces of firewood into the trunk of the car before a camping trip might seem like a good way to plan ahead, but those logs could destroy a forest.
The Asian long-horned beetle and Emerald ash borer are of particular concern. They are both recent arrivals to Canada and have no natural controls here. To prevent the spread of these pests, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued Federal Ministerial Orders that prohibit the movement of specific materials, including firewood and any material made from ash trees, from specific areas of Ontario, Quebec and the United States.
To find out if your area is regulated please visit the CFIA web site.
Did you know?
• Transportation of firewood is a common way for invasive species to spread.
• The emerald ash borer, on its own, does not move very far. Hidden in the bark of trees, this tiny “hitchhiker” has traveled with many an unsuspecting camper and as a result has killed millions of ash trees across Canada.
• You could face penalties of up to $50,000 and/or prosecution if you move firewood out of an area regulated for a quarantine pest without prior approval from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
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Deluxe RV Sites at Barrie! Unique Adult section exclusive to Big Rigs!
Cedarwood Country Adult community @ Barrie KOA has grown to include PULL THROUGH Deluxe patio sites. Unique camping sites host large lawns, concrete patios and pads 70-90 feet, dual sewer drops, 30/50 amp service, water hook up and plenty of room for multiple slideouts. Private Recreation Hall with WiFi, full kitchen, big screen TV and exercise equipment offered. Security and privacy await. They go quickly so book now!
BANDO'S PIZZA @ KOA - Hometown Pizza made here at Barrie KOA.
Our finest stonebaked pizza delivered piping hot to your site just the way you like it. What a unique camping experience! Homemade dough topped with delicious cheese and your choice of several fresh ingredients. Why not have an order of Garlic Fingers on the side? Leave the cooking to us and we'll create your favourite pizza pie right here on site!
Upcoming Events
May 1 | Ready, Set, Kamp!
Barrie KOA Campground OPENS TODAY for another great summer!
And look who's turning 50. Congratulations KOA, Inc. on 50 years of camping success. An industry leader in outdoor hospitality and a great partner; we could not be more proud of our parent company. We at Barrie KOA will be celebrating right along with you in 2012.Go KOA!
May 4-6 | Happy Star Wars Day! May the fourth be with you
As fans celebrate this unofficial Star Wars day, we’re going to act like hardcore fans ... watch your favourite films again with a little DVD action, connect with a camping galaxy far, far away, Mwaahhhhh! “Chewie” cookie making. Out of this
world deal — Camp both Friday and Saturday nights and get 40% off your entire stay!
May 11-13 | Come Kamp & Care With Us Weekend
The date has been set! Make plans to join us May 11th and 12th, 2012. Stay Friday night and get Saturday night absolutely free! Balloon bust’n fun, pancake breakfast and other fundraising events for a great cause in KOA Care Camps – cancer camps for kids. At Barrie KOA, we're proud to support KOA Care Camps, a non-profit charity that sponsors 44 children's cancer camps in Canada and U.S. At these camps, kids with cancer experience the fun of summer camp while still having access to the treatment they need. Throughout the camping season, you can help us raise money for KOA Care Camps through special events at our kampground, including Come Kamp & Care With Us Weekend and Chili Cookoff Labour Day weekend . You'll have a great time kamping and helping to raise funds for a wonderful cause.
May 18-21 | Victoria Day Holiday Weekend
It’s our long weekend kick-off to summer. Celebrate Spring and the unofficial start of the camping season. To help you get in the spirit we will have the pools open,games, dance, pancake breakfast and fireworks over the pond.
May 25-27 | “You Stay, We Pay”
“You Stay, We Pay” program makes a comeback through June 25, 2012. Keep the camping fun going for three days and only pay for two. Book any Friday and Saturday, get Thursday night or Sunday FREE. Make every weekend a long one.
June 1-3 | ZooTek Exotic Animal Program
Show at 10 and 11. “Wildly exciting” interactive presentations Saturday morning. Creepy critter games and more!
June 15-17 | Father’s Day Weekend – Super Hero Weekend
Calling all Super Heroes! To say thank you for keeping us safe and going above the call of duty we’re offering a 10% Discount for all active duty military, fire, rescue and law
enforcement personnel *with valid I.D.
June 22-24 | Acts of Piracy, Buccaneers set sail for KOA’s Pirate Kove
Listen to yer Captain and a hunt for treasure ye shall be granted. Walk the plank,follow clues and yer reward is assured.
June 29 - July 1-2 | Loud and Proud! Happy Birthday Canada
We’re having a birthday party with a twist on all the classics that have stood the test of time including pin the tail, musical chairs, duck-duck-moose, pass the parcel and hot potato. Perfect for the youngster in all of us. And don’t miss fireworks
over the pond! Bring out your best 1st of July decorations for a chance to win our Patriotic Site Decorating Contest!
July 4 | Wednesday Pancake Breakfast start today!
A tip of the spatula to our American friends: red, white and blue sprinkles. Kids help make a star-spangled chain garland for everyone to see!
July 6-8 | Wet Weather Weekend
Beat the heat in an all-out-war Super Soaker wagon ride. Seek your revenge from last year’s ambushes and enjoy poolside fun and games including our camper favourite frozen T-Shirt contest!
July 13-15 | Get Happy for the Holidays
Who says you can only celebrate a holiday when the calendar says so? Not us! From New Year’s to Christmas and everything in between, we’re combining them all into one spectacular mid-summer party!
July 20-22 | Beach Party
Sun worshippers unite! We’re heading back to the beach with sandcastles, Frisbee and blind beach volleyball. Don’t miss out on our awesome soda fountain drinks and the Annette Funicello/Frankie Avalon beach party movie on the veranda under the stars!
July 27-29 | Hillbilly Willy BBQ/Big Pig Jig – Pig & Beef Roast
Saddle up cowpokes and git on over to the KOA this weekend for our 16th Annual Pig & Beef Roast hosted in “the barn” to raise funds for KOA Care Camps. It’s plumb full of hillbilly fun, complete with a KO-Hay ride and haystack treasure hunt. Tickets are $18 per adult; children 10 and under just $7 when accompanied by a paying adult. All proceeds donated to KOA Care Camps. We sell out early, so book your spot today.
August 3-6 | Hawaiian – August Long Weekend
Add a little Polynesian to your party with a weekend full of tropical fun. Bring your wildest Hawaiian shirt — there’ll be a prize for the best one!
August 10-12 | Candy Rush Weekend
Get your sweets fix on the weekend our campers crave. We’ll be playing candy bar bingo, going on a candy hunt and having s’more ice cream sundaes with toppings galore.
August 17-19 | Mardi Gras
We’re transforming our KOA into the Big Easy with a carnival theme all weekend long. Bring your beads and jester hats and get ready for some family friendly fun. There’ll be a mask-making craft, Mardi Gras ball, “Stella” yelling contest and a
glow stick wagon ride. You won’t wanna miss it!
August 24-26 | Fear Factor
We dare you to camp with us this weekend! Our challenging stunts will captivate you … and maybe gross ya out a little bit! Lots of fun and great prizes.
August 31 September 1-3 | National KOA Care Camp Weekend & Annual Chili Cookoff
Whether you’re a chili cooking pro or just love a good bowl, you’ll have a great time, eat great food and support a great cause this weekend. We also have a silent auction, traditional favourites like our “glow in the dark” wagon ride and other fantastic fundraising events for KOA Care Camps. Silent auction donations accepted all season long. Chili donations accepted September 1.
September 14-16 | KOA VKR Appreciation Weekend
You get a free night with Value Kard Rewards! Value Kard Rewards members who camp September 14 & 15 receive ONE NIGHT FREE during their stay. All camping sites and lodging are included.
September 16- October 3 | Treat yourself to fall camping.
Autumn is one of the best times to camp. The weather is cool, the foliage is vibrant and beautiful, plus it has the spookiest holiday of the year ... Halloween! Join us as we pay tribute to the great pumpkin for a few extra weekends this year.
October 5-8 | Thanks-for-giving Us Halloweekend
Boohoo! The season’s over! Prepare for a monster bash of Halloween fun, trick or treating and Thanksgiving feasting as we wrap up another great year of camping.This is generally a sold out event weekend. Book today!
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We offer a number of scheduled activities throughout July and August, Pancake Breakfast every Wednesday & Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m., Wagon Rides daily and Tuesdays & Thursdays, join us for organized Games or Kraft Aft, and Wacky Wednesdays every week. Not sure what this is? Join us to find out.
