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Coloma / St. Joseph KOA
- 3527 Coloma Road
- Riverside, MI 49084-0136
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From I-94 use Exit 34, then 4 miles north on I-196. Use Exit 4, east 200 yards.
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In the heart of southwestern Michigan's fruit country this KOA blankets 41 acres along the Paw Paw River.
In the heart of southwestern Michigan's fruit country and only minutes from Lake Michigan beaches, St. Joseph and South Haven, this KOA blankets 41 acres along the Paw Paw River. In season, enjoy fresh, hot doughnuts made each morning. Then you're off; perhaps to Lake Michigan to frolic on white sand beaches, visit beautiful lighthouses or charter a fishing expedition. You're close to u-pick farms and fruit markets, wineries, antique shops, golf and St. Joseph's terrific children's museum. It's only 30 minutes to Four Winds Casino. The area hosts many weekend festivals too. Keep busy at the campground, enjoying the pool, hot tub, tennis court, Jumping Pillow, fishing pond, bike rentals, playground, cable, free Wi-Fi and more. Holiday weekend activities include scavenger hunts and ice cream socials. Wir sprechen Deutsch.
Campground Amenities
- Arcade
- Jumping Pillow
- Playground
- Snack Bar
- Fishing Pond
- Mini Golf
- Sand Volleyball, Basketball
- Swimming Pool
- Hot Tub
- Planned Activities on Holiday Weekends
- Shuffleboard, Horseshoes
- Tennis
Local Attractions
St. Joseph
St. Joseph is a special place on the lake. Enjoy the beautiful beaches, shops, and kid's museum. Also check out the new carousel and fountain. Visit St. Joseph online for more information.
The Christmas Tree
Shop, browse and dream in our wonderland of Christmas. Here you will find "special" gifts and decorations that become keepsakes and memories for years to come! Open Tuesday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. The Christmas Tree offers extended holiday hours beginning mid-October. Visit the Christmas Tree online for more information.
Curious Kids Museum
Where learning is always fun! Open year-round except for major holidays and Labor Day through mid-September. Visit the Curious Kids Museum online for more information.
Krasl Art Center
Hours are Monday thru Thursday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free Admission. For more information check out the Krasl Art Center website for more information.
Cook Energy Center
The Cook Energy Center is currently open to school groups only. All schools must schedule their tours in advance; no drop-in tours are available.
Golf Courses
Golfing for everyone located along the shoreline. Enjoy a game at the newly opened Jack Nicklaus Harbor Shores course. For more information view their site at www.swmichigan.org.
Jollay Orchards
Enjoy free hayrides, picking apples and pumpkins and much more. Open weekends only 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. last three weekends of September and all weekends of October. Visit their website at www.jollayorchards.com.
Wineries
Within a short drive you can visit more than a dozen wineries, many offering tours of their cellars and vineyards and free wine tastings. Karma Vista Vineyards and Contessa Wine Cellars are within 5 miles. http://www.swmichigan.org/entertainment/wineries.html
Sportboat Fishing Charters
Great lakes fishing doesn't get any better than fishing Lake Michigan with Sportboat Fishing Charters. Outstanding fishing for King and Coho Salmon, Skamania, Steelhead, Brown Trout, and Lake Trout fishing takes place from April through September, and fantastic Lake Michigan Perch Fishing June through September.
Four Winds Casino Resort
The new Four Winds Casino Resort is open! There is more than 124,000-square feet of gaming. The Resort is located only about 35 miles from our KOA.
Dutch Village -- Holland
Open daily at 9 a.m. The closing hours varies with the season.
Windmill Island -- Holland
Open every day May to October.
Wooden Shoe Factory -- Holland
Open all year, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday (factory) and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Sunday (gift shop).
Kalamazoo Aviation Museum
Summer hours: Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 6 p.m. Winter hours: Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on holidays.
Captain Mikes Fun Park
Go-Karts, Jr. Go-Karts, mini golf, batting cages, bumper boats, carousel, game room, snack bar . . . fun for all ages. At the Fun Park, you'll enjoy free admission and free parking. It is open daily at 11 a.m.
Upcoming Events
Antiques on the Bluff
Antiques on the Bluff will be held along tree lined Lake Bluff Park, overlooking Lake Michigan. This antique show is a premier event for St. Joseph and antiquers around southwest Michigan! Antiques on the Bluff will take place on May 6th and continuing through October 7th, on the first Sunday of each month.
Brown Bag Concerts
This long running series returns to the intimate confines of the John E.N. Howard Band Shell overlooking the St. Joe River with views of Lake Michigan and the lighthouse. Bring your lunch (or stop at Jimmy John's first!) and take a break from the daily grind!
June 13th - Mike Struwin
June 20th - Sara and Steve Dowell (Celtic, Folk, Country, Spirituals)
June 27th - Fiddler's Restrung
July 4th - Deep Fried Pickle Project
July 11th - Lake Effect Winds
July 18th - Tim Velez
July 25th - Lilac Ministries (Christian oriented, old hymns)
August 1st - Leonardo & the Making Waves Band (Kid's Show)
August 8th - RJ Flood (Americana, Blues, Folk, Country)
August 15th - Lee Murdock
August 22nd - Tony Pica Project
August 29th - TBA
Friday Night Concerts
Friday evening concerts all summer long start at 7:30 p.m. and are usually finished by 9:00 p.m. Soothing sounds overlooking the St. Joe River with views of Lake Michigan and the lighthouse!
June 15th - TBA
June 22th - Big Boss Blues Band
June 29th - Bob's Garage
July 6th - Moonlighters
July 20th - The Klaberheads
July 27th- Lake Effect Jazz
August 3rd - Marty Miles Mondo Audio
August 10th - Lana Hawkins Jazz Trio
August 17th - Attila Trio + One
August 24th - TBA
August 31st - 6th Generation (pre - 1969)
Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival
Saturday June 16th, 2012 1pm-10pm
Weko Beach, Bridgman
It's no secret that Michigan is home to great wineries and picturesque beaches. In view of that, the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail has paired these two area amenities and is delighted to announce the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival. The Economic Growth Alliance (Partnership of Lake Township and City of Bridgman) and the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail invite you to a relaxing summer day on a pristine beach to savor award-winning Michigan wines that are as spectacular as the sunsets. Live music will enhance the scene as you raise your glass and 'toast the coast'. NEW - extended hours starting at 1pm. No advance ticket sales! Please bring CASH - no credit cards accepted. ATM will be on site.
Harborfest in South Haven
Enjoy the weekend along the riverfront. Lighthouse tours, dragonboat races, craft fair, kid's activities, food fest and free concerts happening all weekend. Fun for the whole family!
June 14-17, 2012
Fourth of July Fireworks
Wednesday, July 4th @ dusk
Downtown St. Joseph
Tuesday, July 3rd @ dusk
South Pier, South Haven
Krasl Art Fair
July 14th and 15th, 2012
Lake Bluff Park , Downtown St. Joseph
The 51st Annual Krasl Art Fair, presented by Krasl Art Center is the host of one of the premier art shows in the country. Music and entertainment will be provided all day long while you browse more than 200 artist vendors. For more information call 269-983-0271 or www.krasl.org.
Whirlpool Steelhead Triathlon
August 19th, 2012
Jean Klock Park
This 70.3 mile course includes biking, running and swimming.
Race begins at 7 a.m. with the swim followed by the bike and finally ending with the run.
Blueberry Festival
This is the 49th Annual National Blueberry Festival in South Haven. Kid's Carnival, 5K Run/Walk, Pie Eating Contest, Arts & Crafts Fair, Riverfront Concerts, Parade, Vegas Night and more! This is fun for the entire family.
August 9-12, 2012
South Haven
Berrien County Youth Fair
Largest Youth Fair in the Midwest with over 14,000 Exhibits on display by over 2600 Berrien County Youth ages 5 - 20! The Fair attracts over 125,000 visitors.
Children's day is Tuesday, Aug. 14, All school age children from K - 12 are admitted free.
August 13-18, 2012
73rd Senior PGA Championship
The Golf Club at Harbor Shores, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course located in Benton Harbor, Mich., has been named the site of the 73rd Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid in 2012 as well as the 75th Senior PGA Championship in May 2014.
Concours on the Bluff
The Concours exhibit is limited to approx. 80 vehicles, and in past years, has featured vehicles built as far back as the early 1900s. This year, in addition to Chevrolets, special emphasis is placed on Morgans, "woodie wagons", mini-micro vehicles and vehicles designed by both Virgil Exner, Sr. and Jr. Vehicles displayed will be complemented by three ''pass in review" events narrated by F. Edward Lucas II, "The Voice of Meadow Brook" and "The Voice of Amelia Island".
Saturday, August 4, 2012
10:00am - 4:00pm
$5/person, $10/family
Lest We Forget Re-enactment
WWII Pacific and D-Day beach landings and two Iwo Jima flag raising will return to Tiscornia Beach! Re-enactors bivouac, ground battles, parachute drops, displays, and activities at Southwest Michigan Regional Airport.
June 29 - July 1, 2012
