Covert / South Haven KOA Holiday General Information

RV & Tent Sites: 11:00AM EST
Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins & Glamping Tents: 11:00AM EST

RV & Tent Sites: 1:00PM EST
Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins & Glamping Tents: 3:00PM EST

We pick up trash left curbside for our daily guests each day between 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Please do not leave trash out overnight. Dumpsters are located at the front of the property for trash disposal.

State law requires no more than 8 individuals on a site, this includes having someone visit you.  Please keep this in mind when asking to have visitors. Cabin occupancy is clearly stated in descriptions.  For safety and code reasons, please do not assume additional individuals beyond what  is stated for any given cabin will be allowed to stay with you.  Showing up with additional individuals will require the purchase of an additional site or being turned away without a refund. Tents are not allowed on RV sites, shade canopy is okay.

All visitors MUST register upon entering the campground. Any visitor using KOA facilities must pay an $10.00 visitor fee and display a valid parking pass. All visitors must vacate the campground by 10:00 quiet time.

Connecting with nature and wildlife. Various types of wildlife big and small may be on this campground.  Be alert and give them distance and respect.  Keep dogs on a leash and properly store food, trash, and cooking supplies. Your safety and the future of wildlife depend on you.

For urgent matters after hours, please call our night host using the phone number posted near the Camp Office doors. 

In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

Speed limit throughout the property is 5 mph. All vehicles, golf carts, bikes and scooters must obey posted speed limits and traffic rules. All vehicles should yield to pedestrians and be cautious of pets, children and adults at play.

We allow for one vehicle per site. Extra vehicles, including golf carts, must be registered & will be charged $5 per reservation and must be parked in our visitor/registered guest parking area unless the site is large enough to accommodate a second vehicle or vehicle and golf cart.  Vehicles/golf carts may not be parked in the grass area of campsites. Golf Cart drivers must be 16 years or older with a valid drivers license. Drivers must obey speed limits and have lights. Proof of liability insurance must be received by the office before using golf carts on the premises. Your insurance carrier can email proof to [email protected]  See office for details at check-in.

Golf cart rentals are available May-October.

• Quantity is limited, so consider reserving it ahead of time, or when making your camping reservation. 
  
• Renter must be at least 18 years old with a valid drivers license to rent a golf cart. 
  
• Drivers must be at least 16 years old with a valid drivers license to drive a golf cart.
  
• Persons under 16 years are not allowed to drive golf carts at this campground.
  

Propane is available for purchase during regular business hours.

As a family-friendly campground, alcoholic beverages are permitted, however, we ask that they remain only at your campsite. Please drink responsibly and in moderation.

This service enables you to choose your individual site, or two or more sites together. When making reservations, guests can "Select My Site" by speaking to one of our guest service representatives. Requests should be made at time of reservation or as early as possible. All requests are subject to availability and are only guaranteed when a guest service representative has added it to your reservation.  To ensure the best camping experience possible for you, management reserves the right to make any necessary changes. (eg. flooded sites due to heavy rain or unexpected damage to site).

All fires must be contained in fire rings and attended. Do not move fire rings.No ground fires.
Do NOT bring in firewood due to Emerald Ashborer disease and Hemlock Woolly Adelgid.
Firewood is for sale at the campground.

For a full list of fire safety rules, click HERE.

We offer U-Pick blueberry picking FREE to all registered campers. Blueberry plants (Vaccinium spp.) produce white or pink flowers in spring. The flowers are pollinated by bees and soon after, small, green berries form. As the berries mature, they turn from green to pale blue and eventually to a dark blue or even purple color. How do you know when they're ripe? Taste them! Ripe berries will be soft and sweet!

At Covert/South Haven KOA Holiday, we welcome your four-legged family members with open arms! As long as your pets are friendly, kept on a leash at all times, and cleaned up after, they're more than welcome to join the fun. We ask that pet waste be properly disposed of to maintain a clean environment.There is no additional charge for pets on RV or Tent campsites. For those staying in rental cabins, we offer a limited number of pet-friendly Camping Cabins for an additional $10 per pet cleaning fee. For Deluxe Cabins, there is a $25 per pet fee.Your furry friends can also enjoy some playtime at our Kamp K9® Dog Park, a secure, fenced area where they can run, jump, and play freely. We provide seating for you to relax and watch your pup, as well as waste bags for your convenience.KOA Pet Policy. Please Note: per Michigan's, service animal policy in the state of Michigan, 6-501.115 of the Michigan Modified Food Code, any animal who is not a service animal is not allowed to be in the Registration Building, ESA (emotional support animals) are not included in the service animal sector, they are to follow normal pet rules in food establishments and KOA pet policies.

Generator use is not allowed in the campground.

Charging electric vehicles (EVs) at our pedestals is STRICTLY PROHIBITED as our circuitry is not rated nor intended to withstand the constant electrical draw that occurs with such use.  Doing so has the potential to damage our electrical infrastructure, your vehicle or both. We respectfully ask that you refrain from plugging in. Violators will be directed to immediately unplug their vehicle, are subject to any damages and/or will be evicted without refund. That being said, with the growing emergence and popularity of EVs in the United States, we are planning to install a specific EV Charging Station in the near future.  In the meantime, don't be discouraged as there are Level 2 and Tesla charging stations open to the public within 15 miles of the campground, and we would be happy to provide directions. Click HERE for additional information.

Although Michigan voters approved recreational use of marijuana in November 2018, management is exercising the legal right to control its use on our private property. In order to maintain a family-friendly camping environment, and due to previous issues, use of marijuana is PROHIBITED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE ON OUR GROUNDS and will be STRICTLY LIMITED to inside of your personal tent or camper. As a reminder, vaping or smoking of any kind is prohibited inside of our cabins. In management's exclusive opinion, any guest using marijuana that causes a disturbance to other campers will be required to immediately cease its use or face ejection from the park without refund.

Ready to make a mid-week splash?
Covert/South Haven KOA now offers Day Passes every Sunday through Wednesday—perfect for families, friends, and anyone craving a little getaway without the overnight stay.Cool off with our favorite warm-weather perks:

• Heated Pool — Swim, float, or soak up the sun
  
• Splash Pad — Water jets, tipping buckets, and endless kid-approved fun
  

Your day pass also includes access to:

• The playground
  
• Campground amenities
  
• Picnic areas
  
• Camp store
  
• All the KOA charm you love—no campsite needed
  

Before you dive in:
All guests must check in at the office to register and pick up a day-pass wristband.Hours: 9 AM–9 PM (Sunday–Wednesday)
Pricing: $40 per car (up to 6 people) + $5 for each additional guestPack the crew, grab your sunscreen, and enjoy a full day of fun at Covert/South Haven KOA.

Please park Vehicles/RV's only on the gravel on your assigned site. RV's must park the correct direction with utilities on the driver side of the rig (Please DO Not park the opposite direction on RV sites). Buddy sites can be booked if two guests would like to face each other. 2 cars per site MAX if site allows, do not park on grass. Sites which appear to be vacant may have a reservation and should not be used as parking. If additional parking is needed, check with our office regarding overflow parking areas.

Permitted under awnings only: no outside appliances allowed.

Pool Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM or dusk, whichever occurs earlier, Memorial Day through Labor Day (weather permitting; seasonal variations apply). No lifeguard on duty. Please adhere to all posted rules. Contact the office for seasonal opening and closing details.

Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Recreational areas are closed during these hours. The play area closes at 9:00 PM or dusk, whichever is earlier.  We ask that all outdoor electronics, i.e. outdoor televisions or radios be turned off at 10:00 PM.

Laundry Hours: 24/7

Propane Fill: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM or dusk, whichever is earlier.

CANCELLATION POLICY (Effective for reservations made starting on 10/1/24):
If you need to cancel your reservation, please call the campground before the deadlines below to receive a refund of your deposit, less a $20 administrative cancellation fee. Text and email notifications of cancellations will not be accepted.

CANCELLATION DEADLINES:
RV & TENT SITES: You must give 7 days cancellation notice. Call the KOA you made your reservation with by 4 p.m., seven days before your scheduled arrival.

LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS: You must give 14 days cancellation notice. Call the KOA you made your reservation with by 4 p.m., fourteen days before your scheduled arrival. For guests booking accommodations in California, a full refund will be given for reservations canceled within 24 hours of booking, provided the arrival date is at least 72 hours after the time of booking.

CANCELLATION DETAILS:
• Reservations made after these deadlines require nonrefundable deposits.
• Cancellations made after the deadlines will result in forfeiture of the full deposit.
• No refunds are given due to the discomforts of nature, including no-shows and early checkouts.
• No refunds are given on or after the arrival date.
• Refunds will be processed using the original credit/debit card, with no exceptions.
• The cancellation policy may be amended during a Regional/National travel disruption.
• Holidays and special events may have unique deposit and/or cancellation requirements. Please check with your selected KOA for details.

RV & TENT SITES (HOLIDAY/SPECIAL EVENT): 21 days notice is required. Notify us by phone by noon EST, more than 21 days before your scheduled arrival date to receive your deposit refund, minus a $20 cancelation fee.  Cancelations within the 21 days receive your deposit refund, minus one night stay. No rain checks for holiday/special event weekends.

LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS (HOLIDAY/SPECIAL EVENT):  21 days notice is required. Please notify us by phone greater than 21 days prior to arrival date to receive your deposit refund, minus a $20 cancelation fee.  Cancelations 21 days or less from arrival date will forfeit one night. No rain checks for holiday/special event weekends.

HOLIDAY/SPECIAL EVENT WEEKENDS INCLUDE: Care Camp Weekend (Mother's Day), Memorial Day, July 4th, Blueberry Festival (second full weekend of August), Labor Day, KOA Rewards Appreciation, Halloween weekends (last weekend of September & first 2 weekends of October).  All Holiday and special event weekends may have minimum length of stay requirements. 

All reservations will be held until 9:00 AM EST the morning following your scheduled arrival. If you have not arrived, called to cancel your reservation or informed us of a next-day arrival by phone, your reservation will be considered a no-show and canceled without a refund. Cancelations may only be done by phone; we are unable to accept cancelations via email or text.  No refunds for early check out on Holiday or special event weekends. No refunds for early check-outs on camping cabins, deluxe cabins, RV rental units, or glamping tents at any time.

All Long Term Stays require 30-day cancellation notice. Long Term Deposits are non-refundable.

Welcome to Covert / South Haven KOA Holiday!

Becky Tenter serves as the General Manager of Covert / South Haven KOA Holiday. Becky brings a strong background in education, ministry leadership, and outdoor recreation, along with a lifelong passion for camping and creating meaningful experiences for families. A local resident with deep connections to the campground, Becky is excited to build a welcoming atmosphere where guests and staff alike can create lasting memories together. She and her husband of 16 years have four children and enjoy spending time outdoors through camping, fishing, hiking, biking, and other family adventures throughout Michigan.