Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
I-70 Westbound Exit 24:Take exit 24, yield to the right. Go thru the traffic light intersection and make a left at the next street onto Pleasant Plain Rd where Melody 49 Drive-in is located. Turn left at the next stop sign (Wellbaum Road) and then turn left into the campground once you see our sign!
I-70 Eastbound Exit 24: Take exit 24 make a LEFT at the first stop sign, Brookville-Salem Road, then another left at the light onto South Dayton Greenville Pike. Then you will take a left onto Pleasant Plain Rd where Melody 49 Drive-In Theater is located. Go to the next stop sign and you will see a KOA sign, turn left onto Wellbaum Road. Finally turn left into the campground before you cross the interstate
When entering the campground follow the yellow arrow which directs you down the left lane to the left side of the registration building. Once you get to the stop sign, park and come on in to register!
Today, you can travel the world and soar over oceans, lakes and cities on airplanes, parachutes and various aircraft. You can see the world from breathtaking heights thanks to the men and women who first invented, controlled and landed the airplane or who found a way to safely free-fall from an aircraft and see the world from marvelous views.
Learn about all the great aviation pioneers in the heart of aviation heritage, Dayton, Ohio. You can experience aviation history for yourself at Dayton's aviation heritage sites that honor those who invented and pioneered the aviation field so that you can experience the thrill of flying today.
Dayton boasts a rich aviation history with centuries of innovative aviation inventions, stories and history attracting numerous enthusiasts and tourists each year. The Wright brothers pioneered aviation in the early 1900s when they built the first glider aircraft, making Dayton the birthplace of aviation.
The Wright brothers successful flight of an airplane in 1903 encouraged many other historical events in Dayton. The brothers sold their planes worldwide and continued to innovate in the aviation field by creating the Wright Company, building an aircraft factory, opening a flight school and influencing the annual Dayton Air Fair.
Today, various Dayton aviation landmarks and museums teach and celebrate many historic aviation milestones and events. Many Dayton aviation heritage sights, like the Dayton Aviation Historical Park, pay homage to significant historical figures like the Wright Brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar, who shares a unique history with the Wright brothers.
The Dayton Aviation Historical Park is one of the main sights in the National Aviation Heritage Area, which preserves and promotes aviation history. The historical park exhibits Dayton's Aviation heritage with centers dedicated to the Wright Brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar. On your Dayton Aviation Historical Park tour, you can visit centers like the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center and Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center.
Experience the work and life of the Wright Brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar. You can expect an enriching tour of the Wright brothers' work, from their printing careers to their aviation achievements. On your tour of the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center, you can also view some of Paul Laurence Dunbar's poems and work in the then-Dayton Tattler.
The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site is vital to Dayton's aviation heritage. Paul Laurence Dunbar was a poet and author famous for becoming one the first African Americans to get recognition for his work. His story intertwines with the Wright Brothers as he was the editor of the short-lived Dayton Tattler, printed by the Wright Brothers when they were all in high school. You can learn more about Paul Laurence Dunbar's life and work on your tour of the Dunbar House.
The Dayton Aviation trail is one of the main sights of the Dayton aviation heritage. The trail was invented in 1981 and now guides you to various historical aviation sites and museums. Experience historical airplanes and aviation-related devices like military aerospace vehicles, parachutes and fighter jets. Here are some famous museums to visit on the Dayton Aviation Trail:
The Parachute Museum offers an insightful historical tour of the invention and landing of the first free-fall parachute at McCook Field in Dayton. You can experience exhibits, photographs and artifacts on your tour of the Parachute Museum. You can also learn about famous parachute historians and significant and historical parachute milestones.
Carillon Historical Park is a large open-air museum and home to the Wright Brothers Aviation Museum. You can marvel at the famous 1905 Wright Flyer III in the Wright Hall of the Museum. Learn about the historical invention of the Wright Flyer III and stop by the Wright bicycle shop replica as part of your tour of Carillon Park.
The Huffman Prairie Flying Field offers insightful history and backstory into the Wright Brothers' first controlled landing after their first flight to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. You can tour the pasture where the field is preserved and surrounded by lush green grass and flowers at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Visiting the National Historical landmark is subject to operating conditions, and you should plan your trip before your tour.
The National Museum of the United States Air Force preserves and showcases the Air Force's history. Visit the museum for a thrilling tour of historical and present-day aerospace vehicles and missiles. Experience numerous aeronautic exhibits from the cold war and World War II, a space exhibition and much more. You can also enjoy special events and exhibitions, simulator rides, movies and snacks on your trip to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.
Stop by the Aviation Hall of Fame on the Dayton Aviation Trail if you want an inspiring and hair-raising trip through aviation history and greatness. The National Aviation Hall of Fame is in the same building area as the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. You can learn about various famous pioneers in aviation since 1962, like Amelia Earhart, the Wright Brothers and William Boeing.
Touring the Champaign Aviation Museum will give you an exclusive glance into aviation history and the World War II aviation era. The Champaign Aviation Museum preserves, showcases and teaches the history of WWII aircraft. Learn about the veterans who flew in combat and their families on your tour. You can also speak to volunteers and engineers as they restore a long-range bomber from World War II, B-17 Champaign Lady Flying Fortress.
The WACO Airplane Field and Museum showcase the factory and field where various World War II civil aircraft were built. The WACO Airfield exhibits historical planes, photographs and artifacts. You can also visit the Waco learning center and vintage restoration sights for an enriching tour of the largest civil aircraft manufacturer in the country.
Get a first-hand experience of America's role in World War II, their fighter aircraft and history. The Tri-State Warbird Museum preserves aircraft from the World War and honors the American veteran who fought in the war. You can visit the 22,000-square-foot historic aviation museum and experience fighter aircraft displays from World War II.
Dayton began its annual air fair in 1975 to celebrate and showcase its rich aviation history, attracting tourists worldwide. Today, the yearly aviation show is known as the Dayton Air Show and is a popular weekend getaway for family and friends in Dayton.
Many people travel to Dayton in the summer to experience exhilarating aircraft shows by the United States Air Force and other professional aircraft performances and displays. Families can tour aircraft displays, enjoy various fun activities and watch aircraft professionals zoom, turn and perform spectacular tricks in the sky that will leave you in awe.
Exploring Dayton's Aviation History is an experience of a lifetime and one you can tick off your bucket list. Plan to experience Dayton's aviation history this summer with accommodation at Dayton KOA Holiday.
Dayton KOA Holiday is an excellent campground for exploring Dayton, Ohio, and its rich aviation history. The KOA Campground is central to many popular outdoor activities and aviation historical sights like the National Museum of The U.S. Air Force. You can pick between various accommodations with a selection of amenities and services.
Enjoy the reactional activities, Dayton's numerous National Aviation Heritage Areas and events like the Dayton Air Show. Book your stay at Dayton KOA Holiday today!
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