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Hayward KOA
- 11544 North US Highway 63
- Hayward, WI 54843
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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.
Bring your RV, tent, or stay in one of our cabins or Lodges for some real quality camping time.
See why families say the Hayward KOA is one of the best campgrounds they've ever been to! Enjoy the best in Wisconsin camping with a big list of activities and fun things for all ages. We have a Jumping Pillow that keeps the kids of all ages moving. Try our 300-foot waterslide, large heated pool, fun-bikes, mini golf and two playgrounds. Movies, ice cream socials and wagon rides. On Saturday night our DJ will keep you entertained.
Don't miss our special events! These include visits from clowns and other entertainers, Watermelon Olympics, nighttime treasure hunts and bubble gum-blowing contests. Our pavilion and Camping Kitchen make this an ideal spot for parties and groups. The Red Pine Breakfast Kitchen is serving your favorite breakfasts daily (in season), such as Biscuits and Gravy, French toast, Pancakes, and sausage and cheese biscuit breakfast sandwiches. Hayward KOA has won the KOA National Pancake Contest!
We have great spaces for RV and tent campers, as well as those wanting some "cabin time." In addition to our one and two-room Cabins, we now have Lodges! Our two-bedroom lodges sleep 6 and come complete with living room, kitchenette and bathroom. Our Luxury Lodge sleeps 8 and has a full kitchen, full bathroom, and two lofts. Our Lodges come equipped with tableware and cookware even a coffee maker, and toaster.
One of the best ways to see Wisconsin's Northwoods is by canoeing or tubing along the pristine Namekagon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. We'll even drive you to your starting point! Our KOA is close to golf courses, hiking, ATV and mountain-biking trails and lakes with great fishing.
Bring your RV, tent, or stay in one of our cabins or Lodges for some real quality camping time. Don't miss out on our spectacular Wisconsin fall foliage!
Meet Your Hosts
When Steve and Chris Hennings teamed up with longtime friends Arnie and Linda Jensen, Hayward KOA was on the top of their priority list. Since purchasing the campground in June of 2006, the owners have enjoyed their strengthening friendship and changing lifestyles at KOA.
The Hennings and Jensen's were neighboring farmers in Nebraska before they moved to Wisconsin. "We raised our crops and we raised our kids," says Linda. "As friends who had worked together in the past, we decided to try it again, this time at Hayward KOA."
The Hennings had owned a campground in Colorado before purchasing the Hayward KOA. They enjoyed owning the Colorado campground and decided that they were ready to go for it again, this time alongside their friends. "We were ready for a change. We chose to change our lives and join them on the venture," says Arnie.
With a strong customer philosophy of keeping the customers relaxed and having fun while providing them with many amenities, the Hennings' and Jensen's are sure to build a solid reputation. They keep it very simple: "Let our staff do the work."
When not found around the campground, the owners enjoy fishing, hunting, crafts, cooking, travel and spending time with family.
While there is plenty of things to do at Hayward KOA, the owners never forget the thing they like best about their campground. "We love the family atmosphere. We have third generation campers here making memories."
Campground Amenities
- Breakfast at the Red Pine Express (available with charge)
- Swimming Pool (open daily Memorial Day - Labor Day or one week after Labor Day, weather permitting)
- Banana Bike and Fun Bike Rentals (available with charge)
- Two Playgrounds
- Friday S'more Party
- Horseshoes
- Checkout time Kabins and Lodges, 11:30 am
- Full line convenience store with a variety of toys and gifts
- Waterslide (available with charge and open daily Memorial Day - Labor Day)
- Jumping Pillow (available with charge)
- Video Arcade / Game Room
- Basketball
- Check-in time Kabins and Lodges 3 pm
- Checkout time RV and Tent Sites 12:30pm
- ATM Machine
- Planned Activities Available
- Tubing and Canoeing on the River (available with charge)
- Themed Weekends
- Volleyball
- Check-in time RV sites and tent sites 1 pm
Campground Activities
Please Note: Recreation activities open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Pick up a newsletter in the office for daily activity information.
Check the events page for themed weekend information.
Heated Pool
Let's all go to the pool! This is a great way to cool off on a hot day, or use our lounge chairs to work on that perfect tan. Watch the kids in the pool or on the jumping pillow.
Jumping Pillow*
What do you get when you cross a trampoline with a bounce castle? A jumping pillow! This safe activity provides countless hours of exercise and entertainment for the young and young at heart. Wristband purchase required.
Water Slide*
You will see our 300 foot waterslide when you drive in. It is known for miles around and what a ride! Give it a try, you can buy 5 rides or an all-day pass. Are you ready to join the 100 in one day club?
Friday Campfire Time
When the sun goes down, campfire time begins. Our Friday night campfire time is a s'more party! Every week we celebrate with a different kind of s'more. Come by and meet us and see what the recipe is tonight. You are toasting marshmallows, we help building them, and you get to eat them.
Pancake Breakfast*
At our breakfasts, we serve up a scrumptious stack of pancakes, hot off the griddle. If you don't want to try our award winning pancakes, then how about truly great French Toast made with our secret recipe, or Biscuits and Gravy, or Sausage and Cheese Sandwiches. We round out the meal with sausage patties, coffee and orange juice, milk or cereal.
Tie-Dyed T-Shirts*
Bring a piece of your trip home with you and make a t-shirt during craft hour. Your tie-dyed t-shirt will be a wearable memento from your vacation. With a demonstration and all supplies provided, this retro activity satisfies campers of all ages. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to tie-dye!
Ice Cream Time*
I scream, you scream, we all scream for West's Hayward Dairy Ice Cream! We serve up six different flavors every night, Open at 7 p.m., in season and many Saturday afternoons. This is a great chance to mingle with your fellow campers.
Farmer Arnie's Wagon Ride
Listen for the horn! that is the signal that the wagon is leaving soon from the big ship in the playground. The KOA Wagon chugs through camp daily at 4 p.m., with Farmer Arnie and his tractor and the farmer's wife pointing out campground highlights and local attractions. On board you'll tap your toes to catchy tunes or sing along.
All aboard!
Tubing and Canoeing on the River*
How do you spend a lazy afternoon in the summer? Let's go tubing on the Namekagon River! We have the tubes and our experienced staff will take you to the river and then be there to pick you up at the end of the ride. Sit back and enjoy the easy ride.
Don't want to ride a tube? Try a canoe or kayak on an upper stretch of the river, you could see eagles, bears, deer, fish, ducks, or many other varieties of wildlife. We have everything you will need for the trip.
Saturday Night DJ
If you are not all worn out from the fun all day, come to the DJ Dance on Saturday Night at the Pavilion. We'll be playing lots of the old fun songs and some of the newer ones. A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll.
Mini Golf*
Think you are a good golfer? Well maybe not on our Mini Golf course. It's 18-holes of fun.
Watch for our Cosmic golf, most weekends. We start at dark with the lights off but there is a light in the hole and a light inside your golf ball.
All activities may not be available every weekend.
* items require an extra fee.
Local Attractions
Lumberjack Shows
Enjoy watching competitions ranging from the professional competition to master’s competition and the amateur log rolling competition.
Fishing Hall of Fame "The Big Fish"
Come enjoy the views at the world’s largest fishing museum. See 400 fish mounts, 200 species, 300 classic and antique outboard motors, 5,000 classic fishing lures, 200 historical rods, hundreds of dated fishing reels, many fishing accessories, beautiful gardens and landscaped grounds. The Museum is open seven days a week April 15 thru November 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wilderness Walk
Petting Zoo.
Lac Court Oreilles (LCO) Casino
Waterslide at Hayward KOA
Golf
There are several beautiful and challenging world class courses in the immediate area.
Fishing
Within minutes of some of Wisconsin's top rate fishing lakes. Fishing guides available.
Mountain Biking -- Camba Trails
It is a short bike ride to the trail head.
Tube/Canoe on the Namakegon River
Tube or canoe on the Namakegon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Shuttle departs from KOA every 1/2 hour from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Horseback Riding
Three stables in town, all levels of experience.
Lumberjack Bowl - Daily Shows and Shops
The Lumberjack Bowl is the home of the Lumberjack World Championships in July.
ATV Trails
There are many miles of trails connecting to the KOA Kampground.
A great place for your vacation!
Our campground is situated among a fine forest of tall pines. After you have tried some of our many activities, cool off in our sparkling heated swimming pool, then order your campfire wood delivered to your site and enjoy a relaxing evening by your fire!
A 2011 KOA Presidents Award and Founders Award Winner!
We are proud to announce another top rating from KOA Inspectors in 2011. We also have been highly rated by Woodall's and Trailer Life. In addition, we value our membership in good standing with the Wisconsin Association of Campground Owners. The KOA Founder's Award is an important award earned by campgrounds that score in the top of all campgrounds in the KOA system. The reason this award is important to us is because it is judged on comments and customer surveys from our camping guests. Our main goal is to ensure that all our guests enjoy the best camping experience that we can provide. Thank you all for your positive feedback and we pledge to commit ourselves to our guests in 2012.
Kamping Kabins
Camping in a Kamping Kabin® is both easy and economical - all that's needed is bedding (sleeping bags or bed linens), cooking and eating utensils and personal items. All of our Kabins include heat and air conditioning. If anything's forgotten, our fully stocked store carries most anything a camper might need. Our one-room Kabins sleeps up to four people, with a double bed and bunk bed. Our two-room Kabins sleeps up to 6 people with a double bed in one room, and two bunk beds in the second room. You also have a shady, comfortable site, with a picnic table and fire ring.
Mini Lodge
This two-room Lodge provides a clean, dry, safe and cozy sleeping place for 6 people. There is a bunk room that sleeps 2, a futon in the living room, and a separate room with a queen bed. With so much charm and storage to take the fuss out of your camping vacation, you will sleep like a baby, (just bring your bedding and pillows). These lodges come equipped with a full bathroom, microwave, refrigerator, all cookware, dishes and utensils, and even a coffee maker and toaster. You also have a nice wooded site with a picnic table, fire ring and BBQ grill, as well as a cement patio. What more could you need?
Luxury Lodge
Camping in our Luxury Lodge you have everything, including the kitchen sink! It includes sleeping for up to eight people, with a queen sized bed in one room, two lofts with two single mattresses each, and a hide-a-bed in the living room. You will need to bring your bedding and bath towels. There is a gas stove, microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster and refrigerator, as well as an assortment of cookware and dishes. Have a nice hot shower after a long day of fun. Air-conditioned and heated for additional comfort, along with satellite TV. Outdoors on your site you have a fire ring and picnic table.
Great Kampground Features!
Features include a game room, pool table, air hockey, pin-ball, video games, video library and book swap. There is a lot of outdoor fun with free use of the basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, two playgrounds, and more! There is also a large green lawn to play baseball, touch football or soccer.
Ice Cream Socials Every Night In Season
Enjoy 6 to 8 different choices of delicious locally made Ice Cream
Breakfast at the Red Pine (Award Winning Pancakes)
That's right; we won the best pancakes at the 2006 KOA Convention. We also serve French toast, biscuits and gravy, sausage sandwiches, and great coffee. The Red Pine is located by the pavilion.
Waterslide
People say our 300 foot waterslide is one of the best they have ever been on. Try it for 5 rides or all day.
River Tubing, Canoeing, or Kayaking
The Namekagon River is part of the National Scenic Riverway. Enjoy a leisurely tube ride, canoe or kayak where you have a good chance of seeing wildlife. We will do the driving so you don't have to.
Jumping Pillow
Kids love it and they are sure to sleep well after a day that includes our pillow, pool, and waterslide.
Heated Pool, Saturday Night D.J., Wagon Rides, Mini Golf, Movies, Themed Weekends
These are some of the many things available during your visit, but if you prefer, you can just relax by your fire, and we will even deliver your firewood.
Please Note:
Pool and Waterslide (open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day), (pool may be open one week after Labor Day, weather permitting). Additional fee required for Waterslide, Jumping Pillow, Mini Golf, Tubing, and Canoeing.
Bayfield, Wisconsin (1.5 hrs)
For more information visit the chamber of commerce website.
Madeline Island (1.5 hrs)
Though Madeline is small in size, its charm and abundant natural beauty make it the perfect spot for the vacationer who wants to "get away".
Madeline Island (1.5 hrs)
Though Madeline is small in size, its charm and abundant natural beauty make it the perfect spot for the vacationer who wants to "get away".
Campground News
New Lodges Coming
We have two new lodges coming this year. These will still have the kitchenette with Microwave and Fridge. We will include cookware and dishes, you bring the food and bedding. These have a bathroom with shower. These lodges have a bedroom with bunk beds. The main room has table, chairs, kitchenette, and queen bed, in the one that sleeps 4, in the larger one it has a hide-a-bed and the lodge sleeps 6. We will have a grill and picnic table on the patio.
Upcoming Events
May 25, 2012 - Memorial Day Weekend
(3-Night Minimum Stay)We start up all attractions and activities (weather permitting)
June 1, 2012 - Fiesta Weekend
Get an early start on your camping season. We will break a pinata and other fun activities.
June 8, 2012 - Halloween Weekend
Come prepared to celebrate Halloween! We will have a site-decorating contest and trick-or-treating.
June 15, 2012 - Father's Day Weekend
Bring Dad for Father's Day and a weekend of family fun. We will treat Dad to all you can eat pancakes at the Red Pine
June 22,2012 - Muskie Festival in Hayward & Chocolate Weekend at the KOA
What could be more fun than a weekend of chocolate? Candy bar bingo, chocolate pancakes, a chocolate pudding eating contest, and a chocolate slip n' slide!
June 29, 2012 - Watermelon Olympics
(3-Night Minimum Stay)Start out the long Independence Day Week with the Watermelon Olympics. Try your luck at relay races, seed spitting, disc throwing, and carving
July 4, 2012
Celebrate Independence Day
Local area fireworks for your enjoyment.
July 6, 2012 - Wet and Wild Weekend
Cool down in the summer heat with balloon toss, relays, and other water games
July 13, 2012 - Western Weekend
Howdy partner! Join in the fun of a Western Weekend with horse races, and hold ups.
July 19-22, 2012
LCO "Honor the Earth" Pow Wow
July 20, 2012 - Luau Party
Reserve your ticket for the hog roast. There will also be a car show by the local car club
July 27-29, 2012 Lumberjack World Championships
(3-Night Minimum Stay) Enjoy the Lumberjack World Championship Competition in Hayward. We provide a shuttle service for our campers
August 3, 2012 - A Weekend of Chocolate!
What could be more fun than a weekend of chocolate?
A second weekend of Chocolate!
Enjoy candy bar bingo, chocolate pancakes, chocolate pudding eating contest, 7 different chocolate ice cream varieties, and a chocolate slip n' slide
August 10, 2012 - Pirate Weekend
Kids (up to 12 years) - bring your flashlight for a night time treasure hunt
August 17, 2012 - Glow Weekend
Watch the black light show and a special puppet show with church service on Sunday
August 24, 2012 - Pet Weekend
Bring that lovable pet and join in the fun! We will have a pet parade, cutest costume contest, tricks and an obedience performance.
August 31, 2012- Labor Day Weekend
(3-Night Minimum Stay) Join us for an end of summer celebration! Relax and enjoy fun filled activities and games.
September 7, 2012 - Camper Appreciation Weekend
Thanks to all who have enjoyed our campground in 2011! We appreciate your business and invite you to an evening meal with us on Saturday.
September 14-16, 2012 Fat Tire Festival
Our weekend starts with a spaghetti feed on Friday to get those Fat Tire Racers off to a good start. The Chequamegon Fat Tire Race is on Saturday.
September 21, 2012, Hayward Fall Festival
Come see the beautiful area fall colors and then enjoy the fun at the Hayward Fall festival
Oct. 5-7, 2012 Apple and Cranberry weekend
Stay with us and enjoy the Stone Lake Cranberry Festival, on Saturday and the Bayfield Apple Festival all weekend long.
October 8, 2012
Closing Day
May4, 2012 - Opening Day!
Opening Weekend at Hayward KOA.
May 12, 2012 - Mother's Day Weekend
A great way to start out your camping season is to bring Mom for Mother’s Day. There will be a small gift for her in the store.
May 19, 2012 - Armed Forces Day
Free weekend for active duty military families!
