Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday Blog
Summer Weekday Camping Starts at $59/Night on Full Hookup RV Sites
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
When you are planning a spring or summer getaway to Bear Lake, it should be about memory-making, not counting heads. At Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday, we make it easy for families to travel together, reconnect outdoors, and enjoy a truly kids and family friendly camping experience in beautiful northern Utah.
If you are searching for a campground that welcomes the whole crew, you have found it. Our park is designed with families in mind, offering space to play, relax, and enjoy quality time together. From kids riding bikes around the campground to teens heading out for lake adventures, there is something here for every age.
Unlike many campgrounds that charge for extra people, Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday makes it easy to bring your whole family or group for spring and summer fun. Whether you’re booking a tent site, an RV site, or settling into a Camping Cabin or Deluxe Cabin, you can relax knowing there are no extra people fees—so parents, kids, cousins, and friends are all welcome!
RV and Tent sites allow for up to 6 people per site included in the nightly rate.
Cabins allow for up to the number the cabin sleeps in the nightly rate.
That means no surprise charges at check-in and no awkward reshuffling of sleeping arrangements. Planning a big family friendly weekend, reunion, or summer vacation getaway is simple and stress-free.
Your adventure starts right here at the campground. Families love having space to spread out while kids burn off energy in a safe, welcoming environment. During your stay, you can enjoy:
Outdoor recreation areas perfect for kids and group games
Open space for scooters and bikes
Easy access to the marina side of Bear Lake
Classic campfire nights filled with s’mores and storytelling
Camping gives kids the chance to unplug and explore, while parents enjoy relaxing in the fresh mountain air. It is the kind of family friendly camping that creates lifelong memories.
Located near the sparkling turquoise waters of Bear Lake, our campground puts you close to some of the most kids and family friendly attractions in the area.
Bear Lake is famous for its bright blue water and sandy beaches. Spend the day swimming, paddleboarding, boating, or building sandcastles with the kids. Shallow shoreline areas make it a favorite for families with younger children.
Being marina-side means easy access to on-the-water fun. Rent a boat, try jet skiing, or enjoy tubing with older kids. It is an exciting way for families to spend time together.
A visit to Garden City is not complete without a legendary raspberry shake. It is a sweet treat the kids will talk about long after your trip ends.
Surrounding trails offer scenic lake views and manageable hikes that are great for active families. It is another way to enjoy the natural beauty of Bear Lake together.
So pack up the kids, invite the grandparents, and bring the whole crew. Your next family friendly Bear Lake adventure starts here.
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.
