KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
I-90 Exit 30: Follow Rt 28 signs north. Go 7 miles north from Herkimer. KOA is on the right, just past the Herkimer Diamond Mines on left.
GPS: N43.127047, W74.975852
At our above ground surface mines, you can search for the Herkimer Diamond Quartz Crystals that may be hiding right in front of you!
Herkimer Diamonds are beautiful double-terminated quartz crystals found in Herkimer, New York. Incredibly, these phenomenal gemstones are close to five hundred million years old. The crystals are magnificent works of nature, found in the rock, having a diamond-like geometrical shape.
Collection methods vary, but most folks like to break open rocks in search for these unique crystals hiding inside. Everything you find is yours to keep!
To Register for Mining, stop by "Village Hall" at Miners' Village. This is where you can purchase your wristband, and receive your equipment. Located right across the street from the campground!
Visit our "Artisan Center" at Miners' Village! Here you are able to take your favorite Herkimer Diamond and turn it into a piece of jewelry! Attended a jewelry class where one of our specialists will assist you in making your own piece, or simply pick your favorite design and we will drop it off to your campsite the next day! Now offering a brand new selection of Pendants, Bracelets, Earrings, Rings, and more!
Stop by Miners' Village to sluice for Herkimer Diamonds, Fossils, and Gemstones! Offering a variety of specimens from all around the world!
Learn about the ecology of the West Canada Creek with one of our guided crayfishing expeditions, or head out on your own! Kids are sure to have a great time searching for these little creatures!
Every Saturday we offer a tie-dying activity.
Pick your own fresh produce at one of our many organic gardens located around our park! Offering a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables, when in season.
The West Canada Creek is well known to tubers. Just bring your own, or purchase one in the KOA Store. It's the perfect way to cool down on those hot summer days!
Learn about sustainability, through the use of Solar and Wind Power, while attending one of our fun but educational activities!
How many pennies do you think a boat you build out of common materials can hold? 19? 100? Create your hypothesis and see how your boat stands up to the others!
If you have the best find of the day, you will have the opportunity to ring our U.S. Navy Battle Ship Bell!
Each site comes equipped with a fire ring for your enjoyment. Whether you warm up by the fire on those breezy nights, or toast marshmallows with the children, it will be an experience you won't forget!
Enjoy Camp K-9, our dog park with agility courses and training toys. Your four-legged friend is sure to have a great time.
Cool down in our Herkimer Diamond shaped pool!
6 ft deep.
Check out our newest addition, the "Florescent Room" at Miners' Village. Here you will get to see how different specimens react under UV light!
That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. When you start reviewing camping options, your history will display here to help compare sites and find the best stay. You will be able to share your stay information with friends or family and save it for a later time if you have a KOA Account.
Make checkout easy by booking all your reservations at once. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout.
