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Marmora KOA
- 178 KOA Campground Road
- Marmora, ON K0K 2M0
- Canada
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Enjoy and relax in a quiet country setting, or the friendly social atmosphere of other campers.
Located in a quiet setting in beautiful Central Ontario just off the Trans-Canada Highway.
Come for the night, stay for the week, a month, or the whole season. Enjoy and relax in a quiet country setting, or the friendly social atmosphere of other campers.
Activities include indoor heated pool with large hot tub (opens May Long Weekend) and outdoor pool with kid's paddle boat pond. We have spacious shady RV sites, pull throughs, back-ins, tent sites, Kamping Kabins and RV rentals.
You'll find plenty of recreational opportunities; fishing, hiking, ATV trails, fun cycles, mini golf, 2 playgrounds, children's program in July & August, hay rides, arcade, big screen TV, movies, recreational hall for BINGO and other planned activities, and fun-filled events.
This is a great campground for ATV enthusiasts and cyclists - a spectacular recreational trail follows an old railroad line from Lake Ontario north almost to Algonquin Park. The multiuse pathway runs through thick forests and past rivers and lakes, much of it wilderness. Our campground lies right alongside the trail. The entire region shows nature at its best, from spring blooms to fall colors.
Enjoy sparkling waters and the natural untouched beauty of the many lakes and rivers in the area. Marmora offers a view of early Ontario mining history, interesting gift shops, and a recreation trail leading south to Lake Ontario and north almost to Algonquin Park.
Your campground hosts are: Dan & Alexandra
Meet Your Hosts
Twenty-four years ago when Dan and Alexandra Petr arrived from the Czech Republic to Canada, they didn't expect to become KOA campground owners. Both worked in the computer business-Dan as a consultant and Alexandra as a system administrator.
"We were in the computer business for a long time and wanted to get out of the big city to a country setting," Dan said. The lifetime campers wanted to do something different and decided a campground business was "a natural way for us to go," Dan said.
The location of the campground and its strong business potential attracted the Petrs. "We decided to go for it," Dan said.
They are proud of the family oriented campground they run with the good services and recreational activities available. "We give the people the best service they deserve," Dan said. "We want people to leave with a good impression and great memories."
The couple still likes to get out and camp in their RV. Dan said their great team of staff is what allows them to travel and to make their campground solid.
"We wouldn't be able to do it by ourselves."
Campground Amenities
- Planned Activities Available
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Two Playgrounds
- Free Book Exchange
- Close to ATV Trails
- Fun-cycle Rentals (available with charge)
- Motorcycle Clubs
- Volleyball Field
- Nature Trail
- Families
- Catering on-site by a local caterer
- Horse Shoe Pits
- Laundromat
Campground Activities
May 11 - 13 weekend
KOA Care Camps fundraising weekend - Hayride on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm
Saturday 2:00 pm - Ice Cream Social in the Rec. Hall.
Victoria Day Long Weekend - May 18 - 21
Indoor Pool Opens! SATURDAY - Volleyball Tournament followed by Ice Cream Social in the Rec. Hall - BINGO at 8:30 pm! SUNDAY - Minigolf Tournament for Kids & Teens
June 1- 3 Weekend
SATURDAY - Ceramic Painting for Kids & Adults (small fee) - Horseshoe Tournament - BINGO at 8:30 pm
June 8 - 10 Weekend
FRIDAY - Kids Coloring contest - get your entries when you register - return by Sunday 11 am SATURDAY - ATV Spring Run to Ivanhoe Cheese Factory - BINGO at 8:30 pm
June 15 - 17 - Father's Day Weekend
SATURDAY - Father & Child Field Day - egg on a spoon, sack race, water baloon toss, whell barrel race etc. + Bingo at 8:30 pm
June 22 - 24 Weekend
Mini golf Tournament for kids & teens on SATURDAY + Bingo at 8:30 pm
JULY & AUGUST
Daily Hayrides at 7:30 pm
Children's program - arts & crafts on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10.00 am - from July 2nd to August 31st
Canada Day Long Weekend June 29 - July 2
Kids Coloring Contest - get your entries when you register - return by Sunday 11 am , Scuba Diving Demonstration + Volleyball Tournament + Bingo on SATURDAY - Washer Toss Tournament on SUNDAY !
July 6 - 8 Weekend
Horse & Pony Ride (small fee) + Bingo at 8:30 pm on SATURDAY
July 13 - 15 Weekend
Children's Olympic Games on SATURDAY - Lots of prizes for everyone + Bingo at 8:30 pm
July 20 - 22 Weekend
SATURDAY - Scavenger Hunt for kids + 12th Annual Golf Tournament + Wine & Cheese Welcome Party for adults
July 27 - 29 weekend
Washer Toss Tournament + Bingo on SATURDAY
Civic Holiday Long Weekend Aug. 3 - 6
Volleyball Tournament and CASINO NIGHT on SATURDAY (great fun & prizes) Kids Karaoke in the afternoon and Bingo at 8:30 pm on SUNDAY
August 10 - 12 Weekend
SATURDAY: ATV Run to Trudy's (Limerick Lake) + Funcycle Races for kids + Bingo at 8:30 pm
August 17 - 19 Weekend
Movie Night on Friday, SATURDAY - 10:30 am Horse & Pony Ride (small fee), CORN ROAST & Bon FIRE at 8 pm
August 24 - 26 Weekend
SATURDAY - 10:30 am - ATV POKER RUN, 1 pm - Minigolf Tournament for Kids & Teens and Bingo at 8:30 pm
Labour Day Long Weekend Aug. 31 - Sept. 3
Kids Coloring Contest this weekend - runs to Sunday 11 am
SATURDAY 1:30 pm FROG RACES + Night Court at 8 pm
SUNDAY - 22nd Annual Charity Auction (all proceeds go to camp for children with cancer) and Bingo at 8:30 pm
Thanksgiving Long Weekend - Oct. 5 - 8
Trailer Decorating Contest
Movie Night on FRIDAY,
SATURDAY - 10:30 am Pumpkin Carving, 5 pm - Pot Luck dinner, 8 pm - Halloween Dance
SUNDAY - 5 pm Trick or treating, 8:30 pm - BINGO
Indoor Swimming pool still open this weekend!
Local Attractions
The Greensides’ Farm
This Farm is within walking distance from the campground. It is off Hwy #7 and just west of KOA Campground Road. A family farm was converted several years ago into a retreat area, including a large walking trail for Stations of the Cross, and a beautiful woodsy rosary path. A natural setting open to anyone for prayer or just a peaceful walk.
Marmora Iron Mine
One mile west of the campground, turn left off Hwy #7- an open pit iron ore mine, measuring nearly 700 feet deep, was mined up until 1978. The surface dimensions measure more than 1500 by 2800 feet. Now filling with pure spring water, the effect is spectacular. A look-out point off the roadway affords a perfect view and a chance to collect iron ore samples.
Lang Pioneer Village (Peterborough)
The Village is open daily from mid-May to mid-October. Hours of operation are Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Holiday Mondays from 1 to 5 p.m. Every Sunday there are special events, demonstrations and displays. The Visitor Center is open year-round. Some attractions include Milburn House, Tinsmith Shop, David Fife’s Log Cabin, Barge, Glen Alda Methodist Church and much more.
O'Hara's Mill Pioneer Village
Follow Hwy #7 east from camp to Jarvis Rd., then north and follow the signs. This beautiful conservation area sits on 35 acres of land, and houses an old Muley type sawmill, believed to be the only one of this type still in existence in Ontario. In addition, see a pioneer home, school house, museum and farm machinery. The O’Hara Mill Homestead is open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week, from May to October. There are no admission fees except for Heritage Day event. Guided Tours are available: • Saturday & Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m during May and June and from Labour Day to Thanksgiving Weekend, and, • Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m during July and August. Most buildings are accessible to everyone including the handicapped. New Visitor’s Center, completed in late 2009, provides fully modern washroom facilities during the hours that the site is staffed. Rudimentary washroom facilities are available at all times.
Horseback Riding
Horsin Around Riding Ranch- located 9 km west of the campground, south on Tiffen Road. The offer guided rides, both English & Western. Rides are available by reservation only. Call (613) 849-2332 (leave your name, phone # and detailed message if you get answering machine) to make a reservation.
Hastings Heritage Trail
This attraction is an abandoned railway line, from Trenton to Algonquin Park, with many trails leading off to cover Hastings County and beyond. Just south of Marmora, the trail intersects the Trans Canada Trail, from Rice Lake to Perth. These trails can be used for hiking, biking, ATVs, horseback riding and more. There is direct access to these trails from the campground.
Indian River Reptile Zoo
Just 20 min. from the campground on Hwy #7 between Norwood & Peterborough. Over 200 animals on display, including alligators, crocodiles, pythons and many varieties of snakes. Hands on presentations and educational videos. Open daily 10am-5pm. Phone: 705-639-1443
Callaghan's Rapids Conservation Area
Callaghan's Rapids are small, but the waterfall is very wide plunge waterfall. There are at least two "Falls" of no more than one meter in height, each spanning the entire width of the river, which here is about 40 to 60 m across. When river flows are low enough (probably much of the year), you can walk out and explore the river bed. The upper "falls" is interesting in that it is formed on a wedge-shaped outcrop of limestone which appears to be beveled down to a sharp edge, right at the crest of the falls.
Unique Shopping
Some of the shopping opportunities include Antiques at Peacock Antiques in Marmora, Artists in Motion – Gallery & Fine Crafts in Marmora on Forsyth Street, High Spring Trading Post and Saddlery located three miles West of Marmora. You can also find a leather outlet, Indian Crafts and jewelry. There are many cheese factories in the area. Here in the heart of dairy farmland, cheese is of the highest quality. There are several factories nearby where a large variety of cheese can be found – Eldorado & Ivanhoe in Madoc area, and Empire in Campbellford.
Warsaw Caves
Warsaw Caves has a wide range of outdoor and adventure opportunities which include: hiking, spelunking (cave exploration), bird & nature observation, fishing, canoeing, and swimming. There are 13 km of hiking trails to enjoy or explore the 800 metres of caves. Guided tours of the caves are available on weekends in the summer. Call toll free at 1-877-816-7604 Phone: (705) 652-3161 289 Caves Road, Warsaw, Ontario
Petroglyphs Provincial Park
Deep within a forest northeast of Peterborough is the largest known concentration of Aboriginal rock carvings in Canada. Carved into the white marble rock face hundreds of years ago, the 900 petroglyphs depict turtles, snakes, birds, humans and other images. Hiking trails meander through surrounding forests, wetlands and rocky ridges. Explore The Learning Place interpretive centre. This day use park is open 10 am- 5 pm daily from the Second Friday in May to Thanksgiving. Visitors arriving at the park after 3:30 pm will not have time to see the petroglyphs due to the distance between the front gate and petroglyph site. For more information: Petroglyphs Provincial Park 2249 Northey's Bay Road Woodview, Ontario K0L 3E0 (705) 877-2552
Golf
Madoc- Located in West Highland, approximately 7 miles east on Hwy 7. This is a 12-hole course. 1-613-473-3880.
Oak Hills is 5 minutes south of Stirling on Hwy 33. There are two 18-hole courses, open 7 days a week. 613-395-2611.
Oakland Greens is located in Norwood, 20 miles west. This is an 18-hole course open 7 days a week. 1-705-696-2915.
Pine Ridge Golf & Country Club is located in Campbellford. It is an 18-hole, par 71 course. 1-800-465-3040.
Salt Creek Golf Links is located in Warkworth. It is an 18-hole, par 65 1-866-924-1521.
Algonquin Park
Algonquin Park is Ontario's largest provincial park. There are lots of nature trails, a logging museum, wildlife, hiking and canoeing opportunities. It is 1.5 hours north of the campground.
Fishing
Fishing can be done right here in our mini lake. It is spring fed, over 10' deep, and connected to the Moira River system via Lily Creek, behind the lake. Moira River - just 3 min. by car from the park on the Old Marmora Road Crowe Lake in Marmora (5km west) you can fish and/or launch a boat above or below the dam. Muskie (above), bass, pike (below). Moira Lake in Madoc (8 km east) you can fish and/or launch a boat south of town in the Moira Lake. Pike and bass. Fishing license and bait can be obtained at Leo's Sport Shop in Marmora & Chris' Bait Shop, Hwy 7 – 2 km west of the campground.
Beaches
There are beaches located in downtown Marmora. Experience the gentle flow of river bathing, with sandy beach. Nearby playground, tennis courts, and baseball diamond where many tournaments are held. Also, walk up the river to see artifacts from the original iron works, and the new hydro project and dam. Paved boat launches are located behind the tennis courts and north of the dam. Crowe Lake beach can be used at Booster Park, west of the river, turn south on Booster Park road.
Upcoming Events
Cruisin' & Schmoozin'
Every Thursday evening from May through September Marmora shuts down main street and rolls out the red carpet for this fabulous event. Stroll back in time with sounds of the 50's and 60's. View scores of amazing classic beauties and talk to the proud owners along with other classic car enthusiasts. There will be live entertainment and face painting... it's all free, even the registration is free!
Music in the Park
Each Tuesday evening throughout July and August the Crowe Valley Lions sponsor Music in The Park. Various musicians perform at Memorial Park throughout the summer months.
Stirling-Rawdon Farmers' Market
Open mid-May to Thanksgiving weekend. Market located at 98 East Front Street (Stirling-Rawdon Township Office/Fire Hall) on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to l:00 p.m.
Summer Farmers Market - Marmora
The Farmers Market is held at Memorial Park on Saturdays from May -October (Thanksgiving weekend). The Market hours are 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Vendors present a variety of products including: organic vegetables, home baking, jams, jellies, pestos and handmade crafts.
Crowe Valley Lions Country Music Jamboree
This annual event grows in popularity year after year. It is held second weekend in June at the Marmora Fair Grounds - 5 min. drive from our park.
Havelock Country Jamboree
Each year the Havelock Country Jamboree is held during the second weekend in August. There are big name country bands and singers. It is just a ten minute drive from our park.
Marmora Country Jamboree
This Jamboree is always held the second weekend of September. It is a 5 minutes ride from the park on Highway 14.
Marmora Fall Fair
This event signifies the end of summer for many people and is always held on Labour Day weekend. It starts on Saturday and carries through Monday. It is organized by the Marmora Agricultural Society and has been a tradition of the area for over 100 years. The outdoors will have rides, a midway, games and loads of scrumptious food. The smell of fried onions can make many people give up the diet for the day. Some events are fun to watch like the horse pull, the "little fiddle" contest, the demolition derby and the car show. For more information contact the Marmora Agricultural Society.
