Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
On US 89: 1 mile north in Garden City, Utah
From Salt Lake City: Follow I-15 N, US-91 N and US-89 N to N 300 W/N Paradise Pkwy in Rich County 2 hr 10 min (121 mi) Continue on N 300 W/N Paradise Pkwy. Drive to KOA Campground in Garden City 2 min (0.7 mi) Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday 485 N Bear Lake Blvd, Garden City, UT 84028 I-15 N, US-91 N and US-89 N to N 300 W/N Paradise Pkwy in Rich County 2 hr 10 min (121 mi) Continue on N 300 W/N Paradise Pkwy. Drive to KOA Campground in Garden City.
From Boise ID: Get on I-84 E/US-20 E/US-26 E/US-30 E from Broadway Ave 11 min (4.0 mi) Follow I-84 E to UT-30 E in Box Elder County. Take exit 385 from I-15 N 3 hr 48 min (269 mi)
Follow UT-30 E and US-89 N to KOA Campground
From Jackson Hole WY: Follow US-89 S to KOA Campground in Garden City 2 hr 44 min (146 mi)
Turn right onto KOA Campground
4/24/2026
This summer, travel doesn’t have to mean long drives, expensive flights, or endless tanks of gas. Sometimes the best trips are the ones that are closer than you think. At Bear Lake, you can enjoy a full summer getaway while staying within easy driving distance of home and keeping your travel budget...
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6/3/2025
A Brand-New Playground at Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday!There’s something exciting happening at Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday—and it’s made just for our youngest campers! We’re thrilled to announce the addition of a brand-new playground, bringing even more fun, energy, and smiles to your...
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8/26/2024
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8/2/2024
Fall hunting near Garden City, Utah, offers a variety of opportunities due to its location in the Bear Lake Valley and proximity to diverse landscapes and wildlife habitats. Here are some key details and tips for hunting in this area:Types of GameBig Game:Elk: Commonly found in the mountainous areas...
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Give yourself peace of mind knowing you’ll be proactively reimbursed if rain impacts your stay/experience. Through our partnership with Sensible Weather, the leading provider of weather protection in the travel and hospitality space, you can add a Weather Guarantee to your booking that guarantees...
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR RV COOL IN SUMMERKeep your RV cool on the hottest days to enjoy sunny summer weather no matter how high the temperature rises. Summer is prime time for hitting the road for an RV vacation, so don’t let the summer heat keep you from checking items off of your summer bucket list.High...
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