KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
The preferred exit off HWY I-57 from the north is Exit 71. Ignore GPS instructions to use exit 77.
Northbound on Route 57: Exit 71 - at the top of the ramp bear to your right. Turn right onto West Main then proceed to Du Quoin Street. Turn left onto Du Quoin (at the Pizza Hut). Proceed down Du Quoin approximately one mile. The campground will be on your right.
Southbound on Route 57: Exit 71 - at the top of the ramp bear to your left. Turn left onto West Main then proceed to Du Quoin Street. Turn left onto Du Quoin (at the Pizza Hut). Proceed down Du Quoin approximately one mile. The campground will be on your right.
SR 37 Northbound: Enter into town circle. take road right onto 14 Eastbound, turn right at the light by Pizza Hut onto Du Quoin St. The KOA will be on your right in about 1 mile.
SR 37 Southbound: From Exit 77 (Rend Lake), right turn at light onto Petroff Road. Left at the stop sign. KOA will be on your left in 1/4 mile.
GPS: N38.012600, W88.929258
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The ability to meet, interact and have fun with our campers, is what it's all about!
Walter worked for Trane Air Conditioning and Karen ran her own business as a Cosmetologist. “I always envied Karen because she was able to be her own boss and was free to work with many different people, now we both can enjoy the lifestyle” says Walter.
“The ability to meet, interact and have fun with our campers, is what it's all about! RVers are the greatest people to work with!"
They are constantly working to improve their accommodations and service offerings to keep guests returning for more and promise that you will be treated like family every time you visit.
The park is primarily an overnight campground, but the amenities for staying longer are available. "People come and stay a night or two. But we love to see people staying longer for a quick vacation or visiting relatives is always nice," added Karen. She says the area is beautiful. "We love the spring and the fall - it's relaxed and things seem restful."
The couple loves meeting new people and they take into consideration every complaint and compliment. "Trying to break the ice with guests is fun and it gives us a chance to get to know them. Everyone puts on their best smile and truly enjoys their surroundings," said Karen. The couple knows what it is like to be on the receiving end of a campground and they stress that "things that are important to customers are important to us." Karen said making her guests feel like family is their goal. We believe in the Golden Rule and we treat our customers like family and make their stay trouble-free and enjoyable," says Walter. “A successful business is built on happy customers”
When they're not working, you'll find Walter and Karen in a boat enjoying the water, chasing that Big Cat.
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