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Watkins Glen / Corning KOA
- 1710 State Route 414 (GPS address 1710 KOA Dr)
- Watkins Glen, NY 14891
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On Rt 414, 14 mi N of Corning (from I-86 Exit 46) or 5 mi S of Watkins Glen.
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Info(607) 535-7404
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Meet Your Hosts
ClosePaul and Cam Friesen enjoyed camping with their kids over the years, and now enjoy the lifestyle of KOA ownership.
They purchased their KOA in June 1992, moving from the Chicago area. "Paul and I like working together. And when our kids were still at home it was nice being together as a family," notes Cam.
Prior to moving to the KOA Kampground business, Cam was a full-time Mom for their four kids, and Paul was a manager in computer information systems for an office supply company. They enjoyed camping in Wisconsin and Minnesota prior to heading east.
Now that their children are grown and the grandchildren have starting arriving, they have become full-time RVers and enjoy lots of travel throughout the year.
"We like the campers who come here," Cam added, and they do their best to keep the customers happy.
Paul designed and built a creative Pirate Ship playground, using 100% recycled plastic lumber, which is safer for the kids, Cam noted. "It's huge. It's 44 feet long, and has a couple of decks and slides and walkways. The kids just have a ball on there."
A more recent project was even larger. They built a 6,900 square foot indoor recreational building in 2005, complete with large pool, spa, fitness room, game room, and meeting room.
They continue to add amenities to the campground every year.
Paul enjoys woodworking and cabinetmaking as a hobby. Cam enjoys reading, quilting, and the couple continues to enjoy traveling whenever they can.
Campground News
Campground Activities
Breakfast Every Weekend in the Summer We offer a great hot breakfast from Memorial Day through Labor Day on Saturday and Sunday mornings. We may not be serving during the first few weekends in June.
Indoor Pool & Spa Open All Season
The indoor pool & spa is open from April 20 to November 1. We have adult swims on Saturday nights from 9:00-10:00 pm most every week from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Nightly Movies Movies every evening in our Theater in the Woods, weather permitting.
Local Attractions
Cardboard Regatta
June 15-17, 2012
Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival & Cardboard Boat Regatta
Finger Lakes Wine Festival
July 13-15, 2012
Annual Wine Festival held at Watkins Glen International. More than 80 wineries participate!
Awards
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.
KOA Kamp Green Recognition
This KOA meets the established criteria to become a greener campground operation and is recognized by the "Kamp Green" icon.
Hot Deals
Kids Camp Free + More in June
Come camp with from June 1st thru June 21st, 2012, and your kids will camp free! ,Plus each child will receive $5.00 in Kamper,Kash,to spend however they like on the campground. ,Our SummerShiners will be at the campground running activities throughout this period, so there will be lots of fun things to do. , Reserve now so you don't miss out on this great deal. ,Advanced reservation required.
More InfoMilitary Discount - Save 20%!
Active military personnel will receive a 20% discount any time they camp with us. Good on any Site/Kabin/Kottage. Must present current military ID. God Bless Our Troops!
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