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Saugerties / Woodstock KOA
- 882 Route 212
- Saugerties, NY 12477
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Only 2.5 miles off NYS Thruway I-87, Exit 20, 35 miles south of Albany, 100 miles north of New York City in the heart of the Catskill Mountains.
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2011 President's Award
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Saugerties / Woodstock KOA is an award winning family campground and RV Park in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. The campground is divided into thickly wooded sites for campers in motor homes, trailers, fifth wheels and tents. Our sites have been designed to accommodate the smallest tent to the largest big rig. We also have 13 Camping Cabins and two new Lodges for the Campers looking for more creature comforts.
This KOA Campground, tucked comfortably among 40 acres of maple and pine trees, puts you front and center in this thriving vacationland. Festivals and fairs abound in summer and during brilliant fall foliage days, celebrating everything from jazz and crafts to garlic and classic cars. Spend the day shopping for antiques in Saugerties or crafts in Woodstock, or just take in a delicious meal at the many eating establishments in both villages. Kids of all ages stay busy on weekends with KOA’s craft programs, fire truck rides, mini golf, disk golf and the bounce house. Our catch and release pond holds catfish, bass and more. KOA’s heated pool and game room add to the fun. For the nature lovers we have a nature trail on site or travel a short distance to the many Catskill Mountain hiking trails. These trails are some of the best in the United States. Because Saugerties / Woodstock KOA is a family campground we have strict rules about quiet time, drinking, and campfires. Please be aware of this when making reservations. Our KOA campground is conveniently located only 2.5 miles west of exit 20, New York State Thruway on Route 212.
Meet Your Hosts
After working for years in New York City's largest homeless shelter, Wayne Hampel decided to skip the city politics and get into business for himself.
As assistant manager of building and grounds for the 1,000-person shelter, Wayne saw his share of crazy days. Prior to that he and his wife, Gail, owned a retail business for 20 years. Wayne said the couple felt ready to abandon big business and get back into business for themselves. As campers of 30 years, the campground business was a great fit.
"We have camped in tents, motor homes and in every level of camping," Wayne said. "We thought we could bring a lot of good experience to the business."
The Hampels bought the KOA campground in 2005 and like the side benefits of a seasonal business. "We don't mind working real hard for the summer and having a couple of months off to enjoy ourselves," he said. "This gives us time to afford travel."
The Saugerties campground is a family effort. Both of the Hampel's college-age sons are involved, as well as extended family on both sides. "It is one big family affair," Wayne said.
Despite waking up each morning to a thickly wooded campground, the Hampels say they are still taken in by its beauty. "It is a very natural campground," Wayne said. "Gail and I walk the trails regularly and see all the wildlife living on the grounds."
Campground Amenities
- 24 Hour Laundry
- Basketball
- Bounce House (Free)
- Fishing Pond (free catch and release)
- Heated Swimming Pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
- Kamp K9 Pet Park
- Nature Trail
- Self-service, convenience foods offered
- Banana Peel Rentals (available with charge)
- Big Rig friendly sites
- Catering on-site by a local caterer
- Full Service Store
- Game Room
- Miniature Golf (First Game Free, Deposit for Clubs) Additional Games w/Charge
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- 9 hole Disc Golf Course (Free). Deposit for disc's required
- Cable Television (over 65 channels) Free
- Clean Bathrooms w/ free Hot Showers
- Free Wi-Fi at your site
- Horseshoe Pit
- Planned Activities Available (call or watch campground news for details)
- Playground w/Children's Bounce House
Campground Activities
Craft Activities
Children meet in our activity area on Saturday during the summer season and are assisted in craft activities. Activities may include sand art, stained glass, wood sculptures, pirate hats and tiaras.
Fire Truck Rides
Saturday afternoon at 4 pm is time for a ride on our 1975 American Fire Truck. Rides take place every Saturday during the summer season.
Fall Foliage
Come and visit the campground during the fall season to take in the beautiful fall colors.
Ice Cream Socials
Check campground news for a schedule of the Ice Cream Socials. Bowl of ice cream is $1.00 with all the special toppings. All proceeds are donated to KOA Care Camps.
Special Guest Events
Please check Campground News section for a schedule of special events at the campground.
Geocaching
Time to tune up your Geocaching skills. Come by the office to pick up the coordinates for our 3 on-site Geocaching boxes. Bring trinkets to exchange. Don't forget your G.P.S..
Local Attractions
Catskill Mountain Hiking Trails
Numerous hiking trails all around Catskill Park. The trails all vary in difficulty and attractions. There are hikes to waterfalls, fire towers, hotel ruins and mountain top lakes. Most popular hikes near the campground are: Katterskill Falls, Overlook Mountain and Huckleberry Point.
Saugerties Antiquing
The village of Saugerties now boasts some of the best (and still reasonably priced) antiquing in the Hudson Valley. Among the antique shops there are unique shops featuring food, baked goods, ice cream and homemade chocolate.
Swimming Holes
The many lakes and streams of the Catskill Park boast swimming holes both public and private. Some of these swimming holes are even bathing suits optional.
Saugerties Lighthouse
This attraction includes a historic 1800s lighthouse, museum, nature walk and B&B.
Village of Woodstock
Attractions include village heritage, arts and artists, fine dining, natural beauty, music and more. The village also hosts the Woodstock Film Festival.
Opus 40
Opus 40 includes six and one-half acre bluestone earthwork sculpture built by the late Harvey Fite.
Kattskill Kaleidoscope
This is the Guinness World Book of Records largest kaleidoscope. Climb inside and pass through Alice's looking glass. Swirling patterns, fantastic colors, inside and over your head. At Catskill Corners, Route 28, Mt. Tremper.
Proximity to Catskill Activities/Attractions
Zoom Flume Water Park
Zoom Flume Water Park is fun for the whole family.
Howe Caverns
Premiere cave of the northeast (Open all year) Howe Caverns is located in Howes Cave, NY - 54 miles.
Hunter Mountain Sky Ride
Longest chairlift in the Catskills (July - October) Hunter Mountain Sky Ride is located in Hunter, NY - 15 miles.
F.D.R. Home
F.D.R. Home, museum and grounds (Open all year), located in Hyde Park, NY - 29 miles.
Vanderbilt Mansion
The Vanderbilt Mansion is a 54 room mansion and park (Open all year)Hyde Park, NY - 27 miles.
Mohonk Mountain Home
Mohonk Mountain Home is a landmark resort and golf course (Open all year) located in New Paltz, NY - 34 miles.
Museum of Fire Fighting
The Museum includes Fire fighting apparatus (Open all year), located in Hudson, NY - 25 miles.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome
Air show and museum (Mid-June - Mid-October) Rhinebeck, NY - 18 mile.
West Point Military Academy
West Point Academy tours, grounds and museum (Open all year) located in Highland Falls, NY - 60 miles.
Rockwell Museum
Norman Rockwell Museum (Open all year) located in Stockbridge, MA - 65 miles.
Rip Van Winkle Cruises
Scenic Hudson River cruise (May - October) located in Kingston, NY - 12 miles.
Delaware / Ulster Railroad
Catskill Mountain Steam Train Ride (Memorial Day - Labor Day) located in Phoenicia, NY - 35 miles.
Winery Trail
Hudson Valley winery's various locations (Open all year) - various distances.
Tubing on Esopus Creek
Lazy river tubing (May 15 - September 30) located in Phoenicia, NY - 35 miles.
Hunter Mountain Zip Line Park
Largest Zip Line on the East coast. Open all Year.
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Located about 30 miles from the KOA the Dutchess County Fairgrounds is the host of many events over the summer season.
MAY-- Rhinebeck Car Show and Swap Meet
JUNE-- Antique Motorcycle and Machinery Show
Crafts at Rhinebeck
August -- Dutchess County Fair
September-- Hudson Valley Wine and Food Festival
Crafts at Rhinebeck, Fall Festival
October-- NYS Sheep and Wool Festival
For information and dates please visit: dutchessfair.com
Campground News
New Main Road
Contractors have started working on our main road into the campground. Road is being made wider and getting a new layer of gravel. Hopefully this will take care of the potholes.
Upcoming Events
May 26th - Carnival Games
Games of chance, face painting, prizes and pony rides.
June 16th - Make a race car.
Craft project - Get Dad or Mom to help make a race car.
June 30th - Make a Tie Dye Shirt
Make a tie dye shirt in crafts. Bring your own shirt or purchase one for $5.
June 30th - Ice Cream Social
Meet and socialize with your fellow campers and campground owners.
July 4th - Happy Independence Day!
Local Parade and Fireworks in Saugerties.
July 7th - Summer Olympics
Three legged race, potato sack race, hula hoop contest, water balloon toss and more . . .
Juy 14th - Flashlight Candy Hunt
Bring a bag and your flashlight and see what you can find.
July 21st - Pool Games
Games in the pool.
July 28th - Treasure Hunt
Pick up your first clue at the office, find the next clue and follow clue to the next till you reach the treasure.
July 28th - Simmons Wildlife Show
See animals such as: lion cubs, tiger cubs, bear cub, Burmese Pythons, alligator, owl, eagle and more . . .
August 4th - Talia Denis Pop Concert
Talia Denis is a young singer, songwriter, keyboarder who performs with her four piece band.
August 4th - Ice Cream Social
Get a bowl of vanilla ice cream and add all sorts of fun toppings for just $1.
August 11th - Flashlight Candy Hunt
Bring a bag and a flashlight and find lots of candy.
August 25th - Build a boat.
Craft activity. Then see if it floats.
September 1st - Simmons Wildlife Show
See animals such as: lion cub, tiger cub, bear cub, Burmese Python, alligator, owl, eagle and many more . . .
September 2nd - Pet Show
Bring your pet and show off it's talents.
September 2nd - Ice Cream Social
Get a bowl of ice cream add those special toppings and enjoy. Yum . . . just $1.
September 22nd & 23rd - Garlic Festival
Enjoy garlic in all different forms at the Saugerties Garlic Fest.
October 6th - Pumpkin Painting
Craft activity - Paint a pumpkin. Make it scary, sad or funny!
October 27th - Happy Halloween
Decorate your site, costume fire truck ride, trick or treating and pot luck dinner. Come join the fun!
Annual Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
The Garlic Festival is held at Saugerties Cantine Field the last full weekend in September, the festival is visited by over 40,000 people.
Hunter Mountain Festivals and Concerts
Held various weekends April through October. The Hunter Mountain festivals include: TAP New York, German Alps Festival, Mountain Jam, Bluestock, International Celtic Festival, Microbrew and Wine Festival and Oktoberfest.
Saugerties Festivals
Along with its premier Garlic Festival Saugerties also hosts numerous smaller festivals and street fairs. Some of these include: Mum Festival, Jazz Festival and the Saugerties Antique Car Show.
HITS's Equestrian Horse Show and Competition
There are numerous horse shows and world class competitions that take place just outside the village of Saugerties. The schedules for these events change from year to year. If horses are your thing check out this web site: www.hitsshows.com
Annual Woodstock - New Paltz Arts and Crafts Fair
The Arts and Crafts Fair is held at the Ulster County Fairgrounds Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. These fairs include Juried Exhibition area, Demonstration area, Handcrafted Specialty Foods and Heath Care Products, Crafts and Supplies.
Woodstock Film Festival
A festival of films that brings many artists into the area for this annual event.
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Less than a 30 minute drive, the fairgrounds hosts many events during the summer. These events include two large craft fairs in June and October, the Dutchess County Fair in August and numerous smaller fairs during the year.
