Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday General Information

All guests must have a completed campground facility and activity waiver on file before checking-in.

Check-in:
RV & Tent Sites: Check-in begins at 2:00pm
Cabins: Check-in begins at 4:00pm

Check-out:
RV & Tent Sites: Check-out is at 11:00am
Cabins: Check-out is at 10:00am

Self Check-in After Hours?
No problem! If you're arriving after hours, kindly call to let us know when you'll be arriving. We'll text your site map, codes, and everything you need to get settled. If you're settling into a cabin, the door code will be included with your guide. If you have prepaid for firewood, it will be at your site. Ice is held for you at the General Store.

Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10pm-8am; however, please be courteous to your neighbors at all times.

The speed limit throughout the campground is 5 mph.

Golf carts, motorbikes, bicycles, and skateboards are to be operated between 8am and dusk only. Aimless buzzing of campsites will not be permitted. A 5 mph speed limit will be enforced. 5 mph for all vehicles in the park. All golf cart drivers MUST HAVE A VALID LICENSE. This applies to all personal and rental golf carts. NO EXCEPTIONS.

The water park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.  Click here to purchase water park passes online.

Participants must be at least 6 years old, 40 inches tall, and under 275 lbs. All participants must be able to swim and wear a life jacket — no exceptions. Jackets are provided, or bring your own (Coast Guard-approved).  Participants must have a completed activity waiver on file before entering the park.  Guests under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian and be accompanied by a supervising adult.  Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session for check-in and a brief orientation.  These requirements are for your safety and the safety of others and are non-negotiable.  Violators will be denied entry or asked to leave without a refund.  All pass sales are final and non-refundable, including park closures due to inclement weather.

Firewood is available for sale in the general store.  $7.99 per bundle (5-6 pieces of wood) or $5.99 per bundle, when you purchase 3 or more bundles.  Taxes not included.

Kayaks, Paddle Boards, and Paddle Boats will need to be signed out before each use and when returned they will need to be signed back in with the safety coordinator. Children under 16 using kayaks, paddle boards, or paddle boats must be supervised by parents at all times. Life jackets are mandatory for all ages.  Paddles and life jackets must be returned immediately after use.

Traveling with a furry friend? We have a KampK9® onsite so they can stretch their legs. Pets must be on a leash outside of the dog park, and we ask owners to clean up after their pets. Your pets hate it when you leave, so please don't leave them at your campsite unattended. Due to health and safety regulations, pets are not allowed in any buildings, on the swim deck, or the beach area.

Running on generators is strictly prohibited.  Electricity is available at every site.

Visitors are gladly welcome but must register their vehicle at the office and obtain a parking pass and instructions on where to park. Visitors can not park at sites.  If your visitors plan on using our amenities then a fee may apply.  Please check with the front desk if you have further questions.

Place place bagged trash in the large dumpsters located around the campground for your convenience.

Campfires in designated pits only.

Here, nature's beauty is your backdrop for unforgettable memories and fun.

Micah Merrill, who leads Marion/Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday, has an undeniable love for camping, the great outdoors, and his lake community. His enthusiasm for outdoor adventures shines through everything he does. Micah, together with his wife Michelle and their 10 children, cherish the sense of connection and family atmosphere that KOA camping offers to all guests.