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Campground Reviews

Aug 15, 2023
Only stayed one night. Nice level gravel pads . Plenty of things for your little ones to do. Right off the interstate which is very convenient for us. Entrance a little tricky the first time but this KOA does a really good job with their signage. We will stay longer next time to check out their hiking trails.
Aug 15, 2023
Nice place but kind of pricey for one night stay. Did not use facilities.
Aug 15, 2023
Clean, beautiful park. Friendly, courteous staff
Aug 14, 2023
Staff was very friendly. There was heavy rain one night that created a lot of washout in the roads and they fixed them quickly. We stayed on the bottom side of the campground in the pull through sites. Camp sites were on top of each other and concerning they even have fire pits on some of these sites. Site was on a slight slope. If we stayed again would request back in sight up top for more room
Aug 14, 2023
We had to switch sites when we arrived since our neighbors fire ring was 2 feet from our motor home. We were given a bigger site which helped. The staff seemed to be a mixed bag of helpfulness. Two of them were fabulous and one seemed like we were bothering her. The traffic noise is loud but it didn’t bother us. It’s easy access to the highway.
Aug 14, 2023
GREAT playground for the kids. Front office staff was wonderful. Bathrooms and showers were clean. Large space so that clothes didn't get wet. Easy in and out sites. Easy to walk around. Pool was wonderful in this heat wave.
Aug 14, 2023
Very clean, super comfortable beds. Would be nice to have bigger serving spoons, and a spatula.
Aug 14, 2023
Aug 14, 2023
Everyone was super helpful, and the grounds were always clean. When a rain storm came through they checked to make sure everyone in tents was safe. They noticed we left and checked in us in the morning. Had a free breakfast Saturday morning for everyone. And we will be back because of the friendlyness of the staff and cleanliness.
Aug 14, 2023
I enjoyed a lot about this site. The only criticism I have is that everything seemed VERY close together.
Aug 14, 2023
It was a quick over night stay, but we agreed that it would be neat to come back and stay a while, nice campground.
Aug 14, 2023
Very friendly and helpful managers.
Aug 14, 2023
Aug 14, 2023
Probably the friendliest KOA staff we've come across. Campground very clean. The Saturday morning pancakes and sausage breakfast offered was a nice perk. Employees were out and about and totally accessible if needed. Great experience!
Aug 14, 2023
Right adjacent to the freeway, so pretty noisy, but facilities are good. Christian was a big help. Had some black tank issues and he was very helpful and conscientious!
Aug 13, 2023
KOA people we awesome, very nice. Campsite very tight, awning almost touched neighbor. Traffic from I-80 very loud.
Aug 13, 2023
Campground is packed in tighter than an overstocked Dealers Lot. Not up to KOA standards. Entire campground is paved with “crusher run (fines)” which makes for pudding like MUD that does not provide a drained surface. A 4” layer of 3/8” screened gravel needs to be placed on all spaces to ensure a “mud free” camping experience.
Aug 13, 2023
Aug 13, 2023
The upper pads need leveling! A little gravel on the pads would help the serious run off when the thunderstorms hit. Lower pads ok. Directions to site pretty vague. No guide to take you there. Dog park was nice.
Aug 13, 2023
Aug 12, 2023
Aug 12, 2023
I just camp, didn’t use the many amenities. I come to visit an old shipmate I served with 56 years aqo. I’ve been here 4 or 5 times.
Aug 12, 2023
Nice camp ground. Attentive staff and helpful. Pet friendly and good places to air out dogs. Lots of road noise from nearby interstate.
Aug 12, 2023
Aug 11, 2023
People are very friendly and helpful.
Aug 11, 2023
Aug 11, 2023
Love our stays there - always try to accommodate us—-will be our go to place when we come your way ! Thanks for your concern with my wife’s sickness !!! That’s special !! All your crew is very professional and courteous , enjoy visiting with them !!! Very helpful!
Aug 11, 2023
Great place and staff, very clean.
Aug 10, 2023
The staff are so nice! What a welcome, once we got down off the street. (Husband had trouble finding then negotiating turn, and the entrance from the street is unwelcoming. We were using GPS and that didn't help. Campground gets ALL the highway noise. Sites are small and a little uneven, but we were ok for just one night. Thank you very much.
Aug 10, 2023
Aug 10, 2023
It was very nosey day and nite. Too close . To highway. They even give out ear plugs..sites were very small you were looking in neighbors windows.
Aug 09, 2023
Aug 09, 2023
Aug 08, 2023
Aug 08, 2023
Staff was very helpful. The location is perfect for a quick stop overnight on the highway.
Aug 08, 2023
Friendly staff. Easily accessed from the highway. Nice sized campsites. Clean property.
Aug 08, 2023
Greeted by happy pleasant counter person. Fast easy check in. Garrett showed us to our site answered all our questions. Enjoyed our stay. Some sights were close but campground was quiet. Clean restrooms and showers. Would stay again if in area.
Aug 08, 2023
Good site clean restroom
Aug 07, 2023
Aug 07, 2023
I was only there for one night as I was traveling through the area. I was exhausted when I rolled in and was greeted with a smile and a ‘happy you’re here’. Made me feel so welcome. I didn’t take advantage of any of the amenities but this place was a great looking KOA! Definitely recommend.
Aug 07, 2023
Very friendly staff. Clean campground. Enjoyed our stay.
Aug 07, 2023
Aug 07, 2023
Jeff and Christian are the best!! Couldn't have been happier with our stay and will Definitely be back!!! Thank you so kindly � The Knox's
Aug 07, 2023
Staff very friendly and helpful. Escort gentleman very knowledgeable and professional.
Aug 07, 2023
very nice and well kept, pool was wonderful.
Aug 07, 2023
I'd definitely recommend a stay at this KOA campground. This was my first and I was admittedly apprehensive. Turned out to be a non issue and the stay was exactly what we needed. We were 600 miles into a 1200 mile trip home from Sturgis and the campground fit every need. The price was unbelievably low and reasonable. The host/manager exceeded expectations assisting with a tarp and weather info!
Aug 06, 2023
I was there, somewhat stranded for almost 2 weeks, due to a breakdown with my tow vehicle. For getting me a site, to multiple extensions due to the length of time the repairs ended up taking, to rides to the store for more supplies, and even offering rides back to my camper when I came down to reschedule again, Tanya and her staff could not have been nicer and more accommodating. Thank you so much
Aug 06, 2023
Everything great except showers. Drains were plugged
Aug 05, 2023
Awesome service with great sites. Very safe and comfortable
Aug 05, 2023
Nice facility. Sites are a little to close together for todays RVs.
Sep 21, 2023
KOA is a great place to stay. Enjoyed this park. Hot water for showers, friendly staff, and pull-through spots.
- Janetta Messmer on Google
Sep 19, 2023
Family and pet friendly.. Offered free breakfast on Saturday
- Jean Best on Google
Sep 12, 2023
Nice camping!
- michael cherwinski on Google