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Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA
- 11759 Snug Harbor Lane
- Williamsport, MD 21795
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I-81 MD Exit 2, US 11S Maryland 63N or I-70 Exit 24, Maryland 63S. Scenic drive follow signs on Kemps Mill Road.
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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.
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KOA Kamp Green Recognition
This KOA meets the established criteria to become a greener campground operation and is recognized by the "Kamp Green" icon.
Bring an inner tube for a lazy float along Conococheague Creek.
Bring an inner tube for a lazy float along Conococheague Creek. Rent a canoe and paddle beneath a bright canopy of foliage. It's all tucked into Maryland's rolling countryside at this KOA. Lovely rock and water gardens accent the well-manicured grounds. You're welcome to pick a tomato or two. At "The Remember When Diner", fill up with a homemade dinner from April to October. Enjoy homemade crab cakes, barbecue dinners, kids' meals and more. On summer weekends enjoy breakfast. You also can take part in theme weekends during busy summer months. Antietam, Gettysburg and Harpers Ferry Civil War battlegrounds are nearby.Visit Fort Frederick, a fort from the French Indian Wars. Canoe floating trips now available. Shop antique malls and hike/bike along the C&O Canal.
Meet Your Hosts
Before the camping business, John and Judi Durham owned a restaurant; something Judi said helped mold them into great service-oriented people. The camping business is all about people, and John and Judi love the ability to get up each morning and meet others. "We wake up every day and don't know what is going to happen," Judi said. "Every day is different and exciting."
We have brought that same restaurant enthusiasm to the KOA, check out or Remember When Diner with all its memorabilia! As featured in Motorhome Magazine.
John and Judi say campers love the serenity their campground offers. "There is a peace when sitting on the creek and watching the ducks or fishing," added Judi. The repeat business they have collected over the years is a good way of reconnecting with their campers. The family-oriented park is a great getaway in a very scenic area. When a camper drives the curving road to the KOA, they encounter nature at its best. The roads twists alongside the creek and the over-hanging trees provide an unusual, relaxed atmosphere. "We camped with our daughter at this very campground when she was one year old. We bought the campground when she was 5," said Judi recalling their 1988 purchase. The pool, outdoor theatre, miniature golf course, and scheduled activities keep campers busy for as long as they would like to stay. According to Judi, the creek is wide and is a fun place to canoe or fish. "Thirteen sites line the creek and we have many return campers who have their favorite sites out there," added Judi.
In October at the Hagerstown KOA is the house next door to the campground. The home took the name, "The Terror of Creekside Manor" and is a fun Halloween activity. "We discovered the haunted nature of the house and decided to turn it into an actual haunted house," said Judi. "It is open for five full weeks in October and is open to campers and the public. We love it."
Campground Amenities
- Catering on-site by the campground
- Guests are provided various entree options at a full service, sit down meal
- Planned Activities Available
- Families
- Military Clubs
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Food prepared by chefs for consumption by the customer at their site or in outdoor seating provided by campground
- Motorcycle Clubs
- Want your meal delivered to your site, just ASK. Or enjoy sitting in our Remember When Diner, enjoy the Lucille Ball memorabilia that surrounds you.
Campground Activities
Fishing
If you're a small time fisherman...rent a canoe from us and just lazily have a good time! Canoe rental rates $8.00 per hour, or $45.00 per 24 hours, oars and life jackets provided.
You can also drive to the Potomac River 3 miles away and cast your line there.
If you are over 16 you DO need a MD fishing license!
Hiking Walking Biking
Enjoy our NEW Fitness Trail, a 1 mile trail on our property. C & O Canal for hiking and biking, take a look in the Visitors center.
Tubing and rafting
Small time tuber, have fun on the Conococheague Creek, right at our front door.
New for 2012 Canoe Trips, we will transport you to an area where you can float or canoe back down to the KOA. bring your fishing pole, worms and sun block for a fun day. Price includes a "box breakfast"
Antique shopping
Antique Crossroads just 15 minutes, largest in the area. Funkstown, shops scattered through this small quaint town. Adventurous, Hancock Mall and Bunker Hill are a fun day trip for more shops.
Shopping.....we have shopping galore!
Prime Outlets of Hagerstown, just 8 mile from the KOA . Valley Mall, 1 million square feet of shopping, including food court, JCPenney, Sears, Bon-Ton and many more. R/C Theater 16 screen megaplex.
Fairs, shows and festivals in our county
The 150th Anniversary of the Civil War...book now for best availability September 8-22.
Interstate Coin Show, Annual Flower and Garden Show, April 27-29 Market Fair and Rifle Frolic, National Pike Festival & Wagon Train, French & Indian War Grand Encampment, Halfway Park Days, Western Maryland Blues Fest, Annual Strawberry Fest, Battle of Funkstown,July 7 MD Symphony Orchestra Annual Independence Celebration at Antietam, Smithsburg Pride Days, Jonathan Hager Craft Days, Ag Expo, Peach Festival, Oldiesfest, Augustoberfest, C & O Canal Days, Boonesborough Days, Canal Apple Fest, Sharpsburg Heritage Festival, Smithsburg Steam and Craft Show, Hagerstown Indian Pow-Wow, Alsatia Mummers Day parade, December 1st Antietam National Battlefield Memorial Illumination, Old Tyme Christmas.
Golf courses in our area.........
Hagerstown Municipal, Beaver Creek, Black Rock, Musket Ridge, and The Woods.
Yinglings Golf Center, 3 par, great for beginners
Theater
The Grand lady of the Performing Arts.........for more than 95 years the Maryland theater has been the premier landmark for the arts in our county. The county brings in top name acts and events from around the world and houses the Miss Maryland Pageant and MD Symphony Orchestra. The theater was featured in the movie "Guarding Tess" starring Shirley McClain.
Racing
Hagerstown Speedway, powerful 1/2 mile, semi-banked clay oval hosts the late models, late model sportsman and pure stocks on a regular basis. The Monster Truck, tractor pulls and World of Outlaw Sprint Cars, STARS and MACS are held throughout the season.
Our KOA is going GREEN
We have been given approval by KOA, Inc that we have met "KAMP GREEN" standards on our park. Visit us this summer and see some of our ways to help the environment. Some you can see, some you will have to ask...and you can help. Save cans, cardboard and newspaper for us. We save that for a local Group Home that turns it into money for their programs, such as going to the YMCA for exercise!
Want more to do?
Ten-mile Rail Trail along the C & O Canal, Farmers Market, Whitetail Resort for year round fun, Museum of Fine Arts, Antietam Battlefield, Hager House, Hagerstown Roundhouse, Miller House and Gardens, City Park, Hagerstown Ice & Sports Complex, Home of the Hagerstown Suns.
For more information see http://www.marylandmemories.org .
Local Attractions
Antietam Battlefield
http://www.marylandcampaign150.org/150 th Maryland Campaign CommemorationSeptember 8 - 22, 2012The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area invites you to join us for the 150th anniversary of the Maryland Campaign in the Civil War. In September 2012, events will unfold to lead you on a journey recalling how our nation was shaped and molded by decisive moments in history that happened right here – some lasting only a single day. Whether you are interested in home front stories, the heat of battle, or the aftermath of conflict, our commemoration programs will ignite your passions, inspire reflection, and lead you to new discoveries about the past.
Gettysburg National Park
The Battle of Gettysburg changed the direction of the war and the morale of the nation. After a long string of victories by the Confederacy, the war moved north as troops sought supplies and looked to secure key victories with Southern occupation in Union territory.The American Civil War raged on for nearly two more years, but the Confederacy never recovered from the loss at Gettysburg.
Beautiful landscaping:
Stroll our gardens and see the many species we have collected over the years. Enjoy a peaceful time sitting in the garden gazebo. Your welcome to pick a tomato or fresh herbs for your dinner.
Washington D.C.
Just an easy day trip we have lots of information for you here at our main desk. Washington DC, also referred to as the District of Columbia, Washington, the District, or DC, is unique among American cities because it was established by the Constitution of the United States to serve as the nation’s capital.
Harpers Ferry National Battlefield
Harpers Ferry National Historical ParkA visit to this quaint, historic community, at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers, is like stepping into the past. Stroll the picturesque streets, visit exhibits and museums, or hike our trails and battlefields. There's a wide variety of experiences for visitors of all ages, so come and discover Harpers Ferry
Baltimore and the Inner Harbor
Baltimore's Inner Harbor is one of the most photographed and visited areas of the city. It has been one of the major seaports in the United States since the 1700s and started blossoming into the cultural center of Baltimore in the 1970s.
Appalachian Trial
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,181-mile long public footpath. Conceived in 1921 and completed in 1937, private citizens built the trail and thousands volunteer each year to help maintain it. From Maine's Mount Katahdin to Georgia's Springer Mountain, it traverses the wild, scenic, wooded, pastoral and culturally resonant lands of 14 states in the eastern U.S.
Campground News
Seasonal site Information for 2012
Gas prices rising, need a vacation spot for 2012? We have several seasonal sites open. Please call for information.
NEW for 2012
We now offer Canoe trips. We will take you up the river to a drop off site, let you float lazily back down to the KOA. The price includes a "box breakfast". Don't forget your fishing pole and worms.
Fitness in your agenda? Try our NEW fitness trail, a little over a mile long sure to give you a cardio workout or just a nice stroll through the woods. Ask at the front desk for both these new options.
Upcoming Events
April 2012
April our "Remember When Diner Opens"! Featured in Motorhome Magazine, come visit us and see all the Lucille Ball memorabilia, chat with other campers and enjoy a great meal.
April 6-8 Easter Weekend
April 13-15 HOT Deal, pre book see March 31st for directions
April 27-29 18th Century Market days at fort Frederick
May 2012
May 11-12 Special Weekend for Mom
Come Camp and Care with Us, enjoy 1 night free with 1 night paid, remember this is a weekend benefiting the KOA Care Camps.
18-20 Pool Opening Weekend
25-28 Memorial Day Weekend
June 2012
June 8-10 Spiders and Bugs "OH MY"
June 15-17 Special Weekend for Dads
June 22-24 Schools' Out, celebrate
June 29th begins the start of FOURTH of July Week
July 2012
July 4th weekend lots of fun things going on, check back often for updates
July 6-8 Chocolate Extravaganza
July 13-15 Christmas in July
July 20-22 Wet n Wild weekend
July 27-29 Olympics in London
Maryland Symphony Fourth of July at Antietam Battlefield: An all day event with fireworks.
July 7th, 2012
August 2012
August 3-5 Hillbilly Country Weekend
August 110-12 Retro Weekend
August 17-19 Celebrate KOA's 50th Anniversary
August 24-26 Pirates and Princess Weekend
August 31st- September 3 Labor Day Weekend
Augustoberfest: August
German Festival held in downtown Hagerstown last weekend in August
September
August 31-September 3 Labor Day Weekend
8-22 events will unfold to lead you on a journey recalling how our nation was shaped and molded by decisive moments in history.
14-16 150 th Anniversary Maryland Campaign
21-23 Fall Fun
September 29 th The Creekside Manor, Haunted House REOPENS!
Sharpsburg Heritage Festival: September - Anniversary of Battle of Antietam
Sharpsburg Festival 14-16
Smithsburg Steam Engine and Craft Show: September
October Halloween Time
September 28-30 October 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28 ALL Halloween weekends
2 night minimum!
This is a FUN filled, FUN packed, SCARY weekend! Food, pumpkin carving, Trick or Treat, krafts, tye dye, Site/Cabin decorating, Magic, Music and much more.
BOOK NOW, sites and cabins are filling fast. Can't CAMP??? Come on out and see what the TERROR OF CREEKSIDE MANOR IS ALL ABOUT!
The Wolves have taken over the house. Where has Mabel disappeared to? Sir Stephen said she was last seen running through the upstairs frantic. Join us for another saga of the Creekside Manor.
www.creeksidemanor.com
Terror at Creekside Manor
Halloween is HERE! A busy month is ahead for the Terror at Creekside Manor,
BOOK NOW. Can't camp, come to the Terror at Creekside Manor if you dare. Join us for another eventful year with the The Wolves taking over. Where is Mabel? Sir Stephen said she was running for her life in the upstairs. Has Precious disappeared?
Thurmont Colorfest: Held in October. Approximately 300 craft vendors and food.
Lighting of Antietam Battlefield
December 1, 2012 tour the battlefield as the lighting of 23,000 candles to commemorate the event.
November
Enjoy the beautiful fall colors and crisp night air.
November 9-11 Veterans day Weekend Special.
Closing day December 1st, see you in March 2013
***NEW Activities Director***
Join us for a year of FUN...with Natasha Williams our new activities gal. She has a great summer planned of fun, games and crafts ! Like....duck duck goose, hop scotch, sand art, ceramics, tye dye shirts, scavenger hunts, clothes pin relay, "across the sea" and so much more...get reservations in soon she is waiting for you!
