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New Bern KOA
- 1565 B Street
- New Bern, NC 28560
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From the south at Jct of US 70 and US 17 (Exit 417), N 4.8 mi on US 17 (toward Washington) on left. From the North we are on US 17 on the right.
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2011 President's Award
KOA President's Award
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2011 KOA Founder's Award
KOA Founder's Award
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Stay at a top 10 KOA Campground and step into the past at the Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens, historically regarded as the most beautiful public building in colonial America.
Nestled just a short walk from the banks of the Neuse River, this quiet campground is the perfect setting for a peaceful retreat. Enjoy a day of fishing or watch a beautiful sunset from the 100-foot pier. The boat slips, ramp, kayaks and paddleboats welcome campers who yearn to get out on the water. A catch-and-release fish pond and a group-outings pavilion round out this haven for extended relaxation. Browse the many antique shops and boutiques in North Carolina's second-oldest city. Step into the past at Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens, the former state capitol, historically regarded as the most beautiful public building in colonial America.
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Meet Your Hosts
Larry and Pat Holtzclaw have been avid campers all of their lives and are dedicated to helping people enjoy the KOA experience. The New Bern campground is the third KOA they have managed.
Joel Tomaselli is the owner of the New Bern KOA, as well as Smithfield and Wilmington N.C. KOA campgrounds. The Holtzclaw's first worked for Tomaselli at the Wilmington KOA, earning the KOA President's Award during the 2 years they managed the campground and managed Smithfield for two years earning the President's Award both years and the Founder's Award for 2008. Larry said they have enjoyed a fine working relationship, and chose to move on to the new challenges of the New Bern KOA earning the President's Award and Founder's Award for 2007, 2008, 2009,2010 and 2011. Their focus is to continue to make improvements, providing a well-equipped and beautiful campground with special attention to the campers.
The couple really enjoys meeting the guests who stay at their campground. "We get a lot of self-satisfaction and enjoyment out of helping people", Larry added.
Larry spent 31 years as a firefighter with the Charlotte, NC Fire Department. Pat worked as a purchasing agent and also raised their two sons and a daughter and the couple enjoys five grandchildren. Together they welcome both new and returning guests to the campground and are eager to assist and make their campers welcome.
For fun the couple loves to camp and ride their Harley.
Campground Amenities
- $5.00 Guarantee Site Fee
- Kayak and Paddleboat Rentals- In Season (available with charge)
- Deluxe Patio Sites Available
- Planned Activities on Holidays and Special Event Weekends
- NO PETS ALLOWED IN TENTS
- Pets allowed in cabins with charge of $5.00 per day per pet.
Campground Activities
Fishing
Fishing is available from our location on the Neuse River, and at our fish and release pond.
Outdoor Rentals
Kayaks and Paddleboats are available for rent. Storage for RV’s, boats, and cars is available.
Shopping
Find a unique gift among dozens of antique, specialty and boutique shops throughout New Bern's historic downtown.
Golf
Choose from a variety of public courses for a scenic round on the links.
http://www.new-bern.nc.us/golf/index.html
Beach
45 minutes east.
Local Attractions
Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens
610 Pollock Street,
(252) 514-4900
Known in colonial times as one of the most beautiful public buildings in America, the elegant Georgian-style mansion served as both home of Royal Governor William Tryon and the capital of the Colony of North Carolina. Restored to its 18th-century glory, Tryon Palace is furnished with an outstanding collection of antiques and art. The grounds are devoted to extensive gardens ranging from English formal gardens to a kitchen garden to wilderness garden areas. The complex includes four contrasting homes of exceptional beauty. Interpreters in period costumes conduct tours all year. An audiovisual orientation program and crafts demonstration, including cooking in the Tryon Palace kitchen, basket weaving and blacksmithing, are offered daily.
New Bern Tours (Trolley Tour)
333 Middle Street
(252) 637-7316
Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty in a 90-minute trolley car tour of downtown New Bern. Professional guides will recount the fascinating details of this former royal capital of North Carolina.
Birthplace of Pepsi
256 Middle Street
(252) 636-5895
On this spot in his pharmacy, Caleb Bradham invented "Brad's Drink," which later he patented as Pepsi Cola. Today you can relax and enjoy a Pepsi Cola at the recreated soda fountain and purchase a souvenir.
Fireman's Museum
408 Hancock Street
(252) 636-4087
This building houses steam pumpers and an extensive collection of early fire-fighting equipment along with rare photographs, Civil War relics, and even the mounted head of a faithful old fire-horse named Fred, who died while answering an alarm.
Atlantic Beach, NC
Only a 30 minute drive from the campground you will find the Crystal Coast. Whether you just want some fun in the sun with a little sand in your shoes, this coast is a gorgeous spot to spend the day.
North Carolina History Center - Tryon Palace
The new North Carolina History Center has revolutionized the visitor encounter at the state’s premier historic site and sets a new standard for the museum experience. History Navigator tours using portable interactive devices add an exciting new dimension to our historic sites. Rotating exhibitions and the wide variety of interactive historical activities keep the experience fresh and exciting with each visit.
http://www.tryonpalace.org/nc_history_center.php
Great Campground Features
Our camping facilities are truly full-service. Plus, we've taken the "roughing it" out of camping by offering camping cabins and deluxe cabins all equipped with heat, air conditioning, fans, and wood framed beds with soft mattresses
- Riverfront
- Full and partial hook-ups
- 50 AMP pull-through sites
- Camping Cabins
- Deluxe Camping Cabins
- Clean rest rooms and hot showers
- Swimming pool
- Laundromat
- Full-service camp store
- Propane
- Cable
- Playground
- TV/Computer Room
- Wireless Internet
- Bark Park for pets
- Group Pavilion
- Soccer Park
Farmer's Market
421 South Front Street (252) 638-4408 Fresh local produce is available. The Farmer's Market is a location for community gatherings and events and can be rented for special occasions.
Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
New Bern Civic Theatre
Saax Bradbury Playhouse 414 Pollock Street (252) 633-0567 The New Bern Civic Theatre presents dramas, comedies, musicals and even performances in sign language. Call for a complete listing of performances and dates.
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Take a boat trip three miles off-shore to the islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Here you can enjoy remote beaches, watch wild horses and other wildlife, or visit one of the historic districts. Be sure to bring a picnic lunch for the day. Catch a boat trip out of Harker's Island, Morehead City or Beaufort and enjoy a full day of fun.
Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach, NC
Only a 30 minute drive, Fort Macon offers public access to the surf, sun and sand of the Crystal Coast—as well as a historic landmark. Located at the eastern end of Bogue Banks, one of a series of barrier islands along the North Carolina coast, the park is surrounded on three sides by water—the Atlantic Ocean, Beaufort Inlet and Bogue Sound. This area of undisturbed natural beauty is the perfect place to explore salt marshes and estuaries vital to the coastal ecosystem.The park is also home to a Civil War fort with a history as intricate and unique as the waterways of the sound. Visit Fort Macon to enjoy the land's natural beauty and soak up some history.
Cherry Point MCAS (Havelock)
(252) 466-4906 The largest Marine Corps air station in the nation. Tours are available and might include observation of military working dogs, flying squadrons such as Harriers, search and rescue helicopters, a crash fire and rescue demonstration, or a windshield tour of air station.
Croatan National Forest
141 East Fisher Avenue (252) 638-5628 This was one site of a battle that was fought in New Bern during the Civil War. Outdoor recreation opportunities include camping, picnicking, hiking, hunting, and fishing.
New Bern Academy Museum
Corner of New Street and Hancock Street (252) 514-4951 The New Bern Academy Museum building originally served as a school house for boys and girls, then served as a hospital in the Civil War and in 1881 became part of the New Bern Graded School System. Today there are four permanent exhibits: Early New Bern History, Historic Architecture of New Bern, Civil War and History of Education in New Bern. The Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 1:00pm until 4:00pm and admission is $2 for adults and $1 for students.
National Cemetery
National Avenue (252) 637-2912 The graves of brave soldiers who fought and died for our country make up this cemetery.
Attmore-Oliver House
513 Broad Street (252) 638-8558 This home (c.1790), headquarters for the New Bern Historical Society, exhibits 18th- and 19th- century furniture and New Bern historical objects, including Civil War artifacts, and a unique doll collection. The house can be rented for special occasions and business meetings.
North Carolina Maritime Museum, Beaufort NC
Visit the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort for a taste of coastal cultures and maritime history. Exhibits feature the state’s rich seafood industry, life-saving stations and lighthouses, and sailboats and motorboats. The Museum is the official repository for artifacts from Blackbeard’s Queen Anne’s Revenge, which ran aground near Beaufort in 1718.
Airplane Aviation Museum (Havelock) Havelock Tourist Center (Havelock)
The Havelock Tourist Center, a multi-purpose meeting facility that can accommodate up to 600, features an aviation exhibit that highlights Marine Corps aviation in Eastern North Carolina. Four aircraft on loan from the United States Marine Corps and Department of the Navy will be on display, along with several static exhibits featuring local aviation "aces." The Tourist Center Complex includes a waterfront park along Slocum Creek featuring a nature boardwalk and boat ramp.
Craven Arts Council & Gallery
317 Middle Street (252) 638-2577 This former bank building (c.1913), headquarters of the Craven Arts Council and Gallery , is both a cultural and an architectural treat. Changing exhibits of various media such as painting, sculpture, photography, pottery, and fiber art by artists of the southeastern United States are provided free of charge in the gallery area.
A Day at the Farm
183 Woodrow McCoy Road Cove City, NC (252) 514-9494 Enjoy this historic dairy farm where you'll see the old dairy barns, milking equipment and period antiques. Other areas of interest include a pumpkin patch, peanut patch, fish and duck pond, farm animals, a swinging playground, hayrides and much more! http://www.adayatthefarm.com/index.htm
SCENIC RIVER TOURS
Step aboard and cruise calm inland waters on a comfortable, stable catamaran. US Coast Guard licensed and inspected for 49 passengers.Enjoy nature's beauty on a 2-hour fully narrated relaxing cruise, while seeing New Bern's picturesque and historical waterfront in its splendor. Cruise past Millionaire's row (including Nicholas Spark's house) & Riverbend. See osprey nests and possibly sightings of deer, otters or even alligators.We are located adjacent to the Hilton Hotel & New Bern Convention Center. New Bern Grand Marina, Dock FApril thru October - 3 trips daily
Mon.-Sat., - 9 am/12 noon/3 pm, Sun. - 12 noon
$20 adults/$12 childrenJune, July, August - Special Sunset Cruise
Thurs., Fri., Sat., 7pm-9pm
$21 adults/$15 childrenfor info & reservations please call:
252-728-7827
Campground News
Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
An exciting Crystal Coast tradition in mid-June, this is one of the largest sport-fishing tournaments in the country, and is fished by around 200 competitors in substantial cash categories. There are generally around 6 to 8 competitors in each boat.
Big winners are also community organizations that receive tournament support.
Ticketed events open to the public! For information, Visit the website or call 252-247-3575.Dates:June 11, 2011 - June 18, 2011June 8, 2012 - June 16, 2012ContactPhone: (252) 247-3575
www.thebigrock.com
Neuse River Day Dragon Boat Festival --- June 2, 2012
Union Point Park
New Bern, NC
Dragon Boat Racing is coming to New Bern !! Come to Union Point Park for a festival to celebrate the Neuse River. For the first time ever, New Bern will host the wildly growing sport of dragon boat racing. In addition, there will be river cruises, food vendors, childrens activities and educational & commercial exhibits. Join us for a fun day in the park & support the work of the Neuse RIVERKEEPER Foundation.
Visit: www.neuseriver.org for more information.
Bridgeton Riverfest----June 23-24, 2012
On the Neuse River in Bridgeton
Join us for our fine art festival, RiverFest, the biggest event on the Neuse River. RiverFest features great artistic work, an eclectic mix of awesome musical talents and much more! This year it will be BIGGER and BETTER so come play with us!
www.bridgetonriverfest.com
ANOTHER GREAT YEAR OF CAMPING!
Thank you to all our great customers for filling out your NPS emails with or without comments. Your ratings helped us become #8 out of 475 KOA campgrounds in the nation. Your comments help us to make our campground even better. Thank you to the staff for all your hard worker and great service to our camping guest.
MAKE YOUR PLANS NOW FOR 2012
Here is a list of our holiday and special weekends. Call early to book your favorite sites.
Come Camp weekend May 11-12
Mother's Day May 11-12
Memorial Day May 25-27
Father's Day June 15-16
4th of July Week June 30- July 8th
Labor Day Aug. 31 - Sept. 3
Value Kard Appreciate Sept. 14-15
Weekend
Mumfest Oct. 12-13
Halloween Party Oct. 19-20
Thanksgiving Day Nov. 22
We will also have our "Hey Rides" on Friday nights and Movie Night on Saturdays while in season months.
Can't wait to hear from you all!!!!!
26th Annual Seafood Festival October 5-7, 2012
NC’s 2nd largest festival) drawing approximately 200,000 people to the Morehead City waterfront. The Festival is a time of Celebration and Thanksgiving for our state’s greatest Natural Resource ~ SEAFOOD. There’s something for everyone including fireworks, live music on several stages, cooking competitions, art & crafts, sporting events, boat show & outdoor expo, not to mention seafood prepared in every imaginable way! Also, new this year the festival will be fully open to the public on Friday at Noon.
For more information about the Seafood Festival, visit www.ncseafoodfestival.org or call 252-726-6273.Dates:Oct. 5, 2012 - Oct. 7, 2012ContactEmail: stephanie@ncseafoodfestival.org
Upcoming Events
Father's Day Weekend June 15 & 16, 2012
Bring your Dad on down and let us spoil him. Join in on a "Hey Ride", fishing tournament and I'll fatten him up with a delicious "Pancake Breakfast".
4th of July celebration, June 29 thru July 4th, 2012
Join us for a fun packed week leading up to the fireworks in downtown New Bern.We will gather at the pier to view the fireworks, no fighting the crowds. Make you reservations now, sites and cabins are going fast.
Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 31- Sept 3, 2012
Labor Day celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers. Bring the family on down and kick up your feet while relaxing the old bones. Plenty of activities to keep the kids busy so Mom and Dad can relax.
Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride September 8 & 9 2012
Bike MS is a 2-day cycling event that raises funds to support people living with multiple sclerosis in eastern North Carolina and throughout the United States. Money raised through this event funds MS research, programs, services, and advocacy. In 2011, over 2,600 participants raised $1,677,423 to create a world free of MS. This year, our goal is to raise $1.7 million!
Bike MS cyclists enjoy two full days of riding through rural eastern North Carolina. Each day, cyclists can choose to ride 30, 75, 50 or 100 miles on fully-supported routes. At the conclusion of each day's ride, cyclists are greeted by cheerful volunteers, a delicious, hot meal, ice cold beverages, and live entertainment. It's a great time, you should join us!
Value Kard Rewards Weekend, Sept. 14 & 15, 2012
This special weekend is for Value Kard Holders, so if you do not have one purchase one at your local KOA or a KOA on your route. We will have special activities and VK holders will pay for Friday night and receive Saturday night for free.
North Carolina Chili Festival October 12 & 13, 2012
This two-day event is sponsored by the Greater Havelock Chamber of Commerce at the City Park off Highway 70 in Havelock, NC.
Walter B. Jones Park in Havelock is the place to be for the first taste of gourmet chili, wings, free music, lots of vendors and fun at the Chili Festival. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point flies in a Pedro helicopter for static display both Friday from 5 to 9 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. For chili-tasters preferring to stay in their vehicles, a drive-through pickup station staffed by volunteer youth service groups serves up 12-ounce containers of wings and a drink Friday evening, and of chili and a drink for $5 Saturday in the City Hall Parking lot off N.C. Highway 101. The annual event is sponsored by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce and the Havelock Rotary Club. Vendor information and tickets are available at the chamber.
Mum Fest Oct. 12 7& Oct 13, 2012
Now in its 30th year, MUMFEST is recognized as one of the finest award-winning family festivals in the state. MUMFEST is a combination of fun and entertainment that annually attracts more than 80,000 festival-goers to the revitalized beauty of New Bern’s historic downtown and waterfront. Admission: Free
Halloween Spooktacular October 19 - 20, 2012
Join us for a fun fill weekend of ghost and goblins. Activities could include a glow stick hayride, costume parade, Halloween party with a flashlight candy hunt. Prizes for best costume and best decorated site.
Thanksgiving Day Celebration,Nov. 22, 2012
Celebrate the Thanksgiving Holiday with us. We will either lunch or supper with all the trimmings. You provide the trimmings and we will provide the turkey. Sign up early.
