Watkins Glen / Corning KOA Resort Recreation

You and your family will enjoy camping and recreation near Watkins Glen by staying at our luxury campground in New York. We have everything you need to help you have the best camping experience possible. We are one of the few campgrounds with an indoor and outdoor pool in New York, so campers can swim under the sun or stay inside. You can spend a restful day lounging in the pool & spa. If you prefer to remain active, there are plenty of games and activities to participate in. Plunge down the 35-foot waterslide during the summer or play a game of basketball with other campers. You could also spend time hopping on the Jumping Pillow and Jumping Pad. The campground also has more laid-back activities, like mini golf and movies at the outdoor theater.

Indoor Pool & Spa

Indoor Pool & Spa

If you are looking for campgrounds with indoor pools in New York, come to Watkins Glen / Corning KOA Resort. Our campground has an indoor pool and spa that is open the entire season for campers to enjoy. The pool is also heated for extra comfort and enjoyment. Lounge in the fenced-in sun deck area or take a dip in the bubbling spa. The indoor pool also offers plenty of space to paddle around, and kids will love the color-changing in-pool lights. The water depth ranges from 3 to 5 feet and has a stair entry in the shallow end. There is a ladder at the deeper end, so it is easy to enter and exit the pool on either side.

Our Indoor Pool & Spa is open for the enjoyment of our guests for the entire season — April through October. *Open 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.*

Jumping Pillow

Jumping Pillow

Located down by the pond, our jumping pillow is open every day!  And it's FREE!

"The Plunge" - Water Slide

"The Plunge" - Water Slide

*Closed for 2023 Season* This 35-foot drop waterslide is a camper favorite!  This popular activity is open 12:00-5 pm daily, weather permitting.

Army Truck Rides

Army Truck Rides

*Closed for Season* Hop on the back of our Deuce-and-a-half Army truck for a unique ride around the campground.

Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

*Closed for 2023 Season* The outdoor swimming pool is open daily from Father's Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. The hours of operation are from 10 am - Sunset, weather permitting. There is no lifeguard, which means all youth under 16 years old much be supervised by an adult while in the pool and surrounding pool area. Our campground's outdoor pool provides a great way for you to cool down from the summer heat and have some family fun!

Basketball Court

Basketball Court

Near our activities pavilion (see map), we have a half-court basketball spot. Feel free to bring your own basketballs or see if the camp store has any to sign-out for temporary use.

Gaga Ball

Gaga Ball

Gaga Ball is a different and more fun way to play the classic 'dodgeball', inside a hexagon shaped "gaga-pit". The game combines running, striking, dodging, and sometimes jumping, if you want to win! Instead of throwing, you can only use your arms/hands to hit the ball.
If you need to a Gagaball to play, ask the store to rent one out (free, just sign it out).

Jumping Pad

Jumping Pad

Located next to the Jumping Pillow by the pond.  Fun for all!

Mini-Golf

Mini-Golf

Our 18-Hole Mini Golf courses are a must try! Come to the camp store, grab a scorecard, some clubs, and some golf balls, and go play. FREE!

Pirate Ship Playground

Pirate Ship Playground

Visit our giant pirate ship playground for lots of fun. Dig for buried treasure in the sand surrounding the pirate ship.  Located near Sunset Acres.

Theater in the Woods

Theater in the Woods

Movies most every evening in the summer, in our "Theater in the Woods", weather permitting.  Movie showings will be listed with our activities.

Sluice Mining ($)

Sluice Mining ($)

A popular activity for all ages! 

Purchase a mining bag from the Kampstore, and head to the mining sluice to start screening/sifting for gems, rocks, & fossils!