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Petoskey KOA
- 1800 North US 31
- Petoskey, MI 49770
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2011 President's Award
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2011 KOA Founder's Award
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Lake Michigan and sand dunes are just minutes away and the refreshing breezes rustle through the cedar, pine and maple trees at the resort.
The spectacular Petoskey RV & Cabin Resort is located in beautiful Northwest Michigan. The park is rated #1 in Michigan by Trailer Life and it is among the highest rated RV resorts in North America. Lake Michigan and sand dunes are just minutes away and the refreshing breezes rustle through the cedar, pine and maple trees at the resort. The romantic "million dollar" sunsets will give you goose bumps as you watch the sun sink into the lake.
The unique park layout weaves sites into the natural landscape. Flowers and landscaping adorn every corner of the tranquil 30 acre setting. Each of our spacious 160 RV sites has a level paved parking area and large, clean concrete patio for relaxing with your family. The resort's cozy log Kamping Kabins are nestled among the trees. We also offer deluxe Kamping Kottages with fireplaces and luxurious Meadowview Cottage Park Homes for our guests.
We offer a full slate of activities including educational nature events, movies, bingo and weekend pancake breakfasts. Within minutes lie local golf, restaurants, beaches, bike trails and shopping. Easy day trips include the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lighthouse Museum, Mackinac Island and many more nearby destinations.
Our outstanding staff takes pride in offering service to our visitors that is second to none. The Rose Family invites you to visit the Petoskey RV & Cabin Resort. "For a place you will always remember and a vacation you will never forget."
Meet Your Hosts
Working has always been a sweet deal for the Rose family.
Before they built the Petoskey KOA in 1993, Wayne and Lorene owned a chocolate and ice cream franchising business.
But their 30-year love affair with camping eventually won out over chocolate.
"We love the lifestyle, and we saw a campground as a real need in our hometown," said Wayne. The campground facilities are just the way the Roses always wanted things when they camped. They should be, because they carved the campground out of Michigan's woods in 1993.
But it's their staff and their dedication to great customer service that the Roses say is their best asset.
"We treat campers like they are guests in our home."
Campground Amenities
- All Sites are Paved and have Patios
- Military Clubs
- Tours
- Guests are provided various entree options at a full service, sit down meal
- Planned Activities Available
- Families
- Self-service, convenience foods offered
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Motorcycle Clubs
- Catering on-site by the campground
Campground Activities
Golf
Enjoy challenging golf on over 30 courses within a 1 hour drive from our park.
Shopping
Stroll the streets of downtown Petoskey and Harbor Springs, exploring the cozy shops and the historic gaslight waterfront area.
KOA Fun
Movies, Bingo, Scavenger Hunts, Nature Activities, Sno Cones, Fun, Fun, Fun.
Mackinac Island
Fish Hatchery
Trout Farm Fishing
Over 35 Miles Of Paved Bike Trails
Nature Conservancy Trails
Wonderful Beaches
Petoskey Stone Hunting
Historic Bayview Events And Concerts And Plays
Relaxation And Beauty
Local Attractions
Petoskey Stones
Search for the unique State stone which is named after our area. Comb the lakeshore for famous fossils.
Inland Waterway
Enjoy 40 miles of beautiful cruising, fishing and sporting activities on 4 lakes and 2 rivers all connected together in a truly unique setting.
The Cross in the Woods
Witness the large Cross sculpted from a Giant Redwood Tree. It is one of Michigan’s best known attractions. Browse through the largest doll museum of its kind in the United States.
Million Dollar Sunsets
Watch the sun slowly sink into scenic Little Traverse Bay in Petoskey.
Tunnel of Trees Drive
Drive along the Lake Michigan shoreline high upon a bluff and explore the historic towns of Good Hart and Cross Village.
Atmosphere
Our campers enjoy a family atmosphere in a quiet country setting. Campers staying with us are considered guests in our home.
Amenities
We offer all of the amenities of the top parks in the U.S. including a pool, planned activities, cable TV, special event weekends and great service from the Rose Family and the staff. The Petoskey KOA is consistently ranked in the top 1% of all campgrounds in North America.
Mackinac Island
Explore historic forts, ride horse drawn carriages, see famous Grand Hotel, wonder at unique rock formations, and see the Mackinac Bridge, the World’s Longest Suspension Bridge on Mackinac Island.
Saulte Ste. Marie
Visit the Soo Locks, the busiest Locks in the world, learn about Great lakes maritime history in the Ship Museum, this is also your gateway to Canada.
Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Join in the fun of the National Cherry Festival and climb towering sand dunes on the shore of Lake Michigan.
Tahquamenon Falls
Relax and enjoy scenic waterfalls in a spectacular natural setting.
Agawa Canyon Train Tour
Tour through forests, rocky gorges and wildlife viewing them through large picture windows. Get out at the floor of the canyon and take a stroll along the Agawa River.
Upcoming Events
Mushroom Festival (May)
Boyne City, Michigan -- Join mushroom enthusiasts in a celebration of Spring and the search for the sometimes elusive Morel Mushroom.
Art Shows
Browse through artists creations on a Summer afternoon in Pennsylvania Park in downtown Petoskey.
Fourth of July
Watch a tremendous fireworks display light up the sky over Lake Michigan.
Mackinac Bridge Walk (September)
Join over 100,000 people in Mackinaw City who walk the World’s Longest Suspension Bridge, which is allowed only 1 day every year.
Weekly Events
Throughout the summer we have weekly activities including: Ice Cream Socials, Free Bingo with prizes, Movies on our 10 foot movie screen, Full Pancake Breakfasts, Nature Trail Trips, Fun Times at the local Fish Hatchery, and Sunset Cruises aboard the KOA "Fun Bus".
Theme Potlucks
Dinners Throughout the year we invite campers to theme potluck dinners to enjoy good company, fun activities and your neighbors best homemade recipes. Each one has its own theme to plan food, dress and fun around.
APRIL - RV Show
April 26th - April 28th come be a part of this unique event at the Petoskey KOA. 30+ new units will be for sale from local dealers. Camp for the weekend for only $39, campsites or cabins. Display your unit for sale in our used section for only $59 for the weekend. Check out the HOT DEALS Section of this web page.
MAY - Golf Weekend
Join us the third weekend in May for the Annual Petoskey KOA Golf Weekend. It is a weekend of golf and family fun, highlighted by a Scramble Tournament at a featured local course.
Christmas in JUNE
Come see Santa Claus while enjoying a potluck dinner with gifts for everyone.
Fourth of JULY Parade
Each 4th Holiday we have a special parade through the campground and decorating contest for bicycles and trailers with prizes in many categories.
SEPTEMBER - Fall Colors Weekend
The third weekend in September is the time for our very popular Fall Color Weekend. It is filled with Fall Harvest Fun including pumpkin decorating, pie baking contests, dunking for apples, and our color tour convoy. It is a great time to get away for some family fun.
SEPTEMBER - Murder Mystery Weekend
Held in late September it has become a to die for event at the Petoskey
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