Mt. Gilead KOA Holiday General Information

2026 SEASON DATES:  APRIL 17 - NOVEMBER 1

2026 STORE HOURS: 

MAY, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER

• Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm 
  
• Friday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm 
  
• Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm 
  

JUNE, JULY, AUGUST

• Monday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm 
  
• Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm 
  

Pool Hours: 

• Pool OPENS Memorial Day Weekend.  Pool CLOSES Labor Day Weekend.  Pool is not open the weekend after Labor Day
  
• 10:00 am to 8:00 pm 
  

Kitchen Hours:  May, September, October Monday – Thursday: 11:00 – 6:30  Friday – Saturday:  11:00 – 8:30   Sunday – 9-5 (no grill.  Pizza/Wings & Sides Only) June, July, August Monday – Saturday: 11:00 – 8:30  Sunday – 9-5 (grill closed, no sandwiches)
Bonfire Bar Hours: 
 The bar will serve during the same hours as the camp store

If you'd like to make a reservation for 2027 our books open NOVEMBER 1 and reservations can be made online.  Any questions during our closed season (November 1 to late April) can be addressed through email at [email protected].

• Non registered campers may have access to two areas.  Pay a fee and use the driving range and they may patronize the Bonfire Bar & Kitchen
  
• All other amenities and activities within the campground are for registered campers only and not offered to non-KOA registered campers even for a fee
  

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact the campground before the deadlines below to receive a refund of your deposit, less a $20 administrative cancellation fee. 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.
  
• HOLIDAYS (Memorial, 4th of July, Labor Day)Moving dates inside of 7 days (campsites) or 14 days (cabins) is the same as canceling and will result in forfeiture of entire site deposit.  This includes VIP members.  
  

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.
  

WAYS TO CONTACT FOR CANCELLATION

• Call us at 419-946-1856 
  
• Email us at [email protected]
  
• Text us at 888-535-8621
  

• Check In:  2pm (cabins) 1pm (campsites)
  
• Check Out:  12pm
  

Early check-in & late check out are based on availability.  Inquiries and arrangements should be made with camp store clerk on the day in question and may not be pre-reserved.  
Early check in fee is $10 & may check in as early as 9am (call front desk the night before or that morning to make these arrangements)
Late check out is $25 (June, July, August) and $15 (May, September, October) & may check out as late as 4pm.  Call or text the front desk on the day of checkout for availability 
Sorry, no early check in or late check out for cabins

Under Ohio law, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a camper or visitor to this campground, Mt Gilead KOA, if that injury or death results from the risk inherent to camping.  Inherent risks to camping include, but are not limited to, the risk of injury inherent to land features, equipment, animals, or the negligent actions of the camper or visitor.  You are assuming the risk of participating in camping.

For the safety, enjoyment and overall camping experience of all campers, please take note and follow our fair pet policies

• Please leave aggressive, nervous pets at home. Let's face it, a lot of pets don't enjoy camping as much as you do! 
  
• All dogs, even the nicest most well behaved in the universe - must be leashed or contained at all times except for the dog park
  
• Leash must be no longer than 6ft while walking 
  
• When tied at campsite, leash may not extend closer than 6ft to the road 
  
• No dogs tied up outside when you are not there on your site.  This also applies to camp store and bonfire bar (tied up outside)
  
• No dogs inside buildings, playground or swimming pool
  
• TRAINED SERVICE DOGS are permitted if they have been specifically trained to aid a person with disabilities.  Sorry....pets labeled as emotional support, companion, or comfort pets do not meet the definition of a service animal and do not have the same public access rights. 
  
• Owners of dogs that are constantly barking (inside the RV or out) will be the lucky winners of a special visit from management to discuss other options for your pet.  
  
• Dog boarding facility close by:  Alice's Wonderland Kennels |  419-768-2525 | 5729 St Rt 95
  
• Dog owner is responsible for any damage, incidents and altercations in which their pet was involved
  

The registered camper on site (not the visitor) is responsible for ensuring that their non-registered visitors are entering the park with a car pass and wristband.  This is all done at the front desk on the day of the visit.  The process is simple, fair and safe for all campers in the park and you will not be surprised with a guest that you did not invite (yes, it's happened!) 

Visitor Policies

1. Your nightly rate includes 5 people.  If you haven't reached this number, your guests will count towards the 5 included. Cost will start at person #6 ($8-$10 non-holiday-holiday) 
   
2. Max of 8 people per site at any given time.  If you are planning on camping with more than 8, reserve another campsite.  
   
3. They must wear wristbands 
   
4. Visitors are NOT allowed to bring in their own pets
   
5. Visitors must exit the park by 9pm
   
6. The registered camper is completely responsible for their guests' conduct.  Mt Gilead KOA has the right to ask any visitor or guest at your site to exit the park with no refund
   
7. We will say it again.......The registered camper is responsible for pre-registering their visitors and NOT PERMITTED to give the gate code to their visitors.  
   
8. Visitors entering the park and bypassing the front desk will be asked to exit the park immediately
   

• Call, text  or email the campground to move, add or subtract days to your existing reservation
  
• PHONE: 419-946-1856  TEXT: 888-535-8621 EMAIL:  [email protected] 
  
• PLEASE NOTE requesting to move your entire stay to a new dates inside the 48 hour window may result in forfeiting entire deposit
  

• You choose the TYPE of site (pull thru, back in, furniture, etc.) when reserving and the system places you on that site type.  There is a good chance you are moved to a different site (SAME SITE TYPE) than what the system originally placed you on.  We do this for various reasons (accommodating a group, someone wants that specific site and you are not locked, etc.) so you are moved to another site that is the SAME SITE TYPE you chose.   
  
• If you have a favorite site and you do not want to be moved from that site, you will choose to do the "Select My Site".  
  
• If you don't care about a specific site, do not choose this option.  Again, you will always be on the site type you chose.  
  
• Lock a specific site for $25 per reservation.
  
• This can be done online by clicking the blue button "Select My Site" OR telling the store clerk, "Lock me into this site"  
  
• When you lock a site in with Select My Site, you ensure you will not be moved to another site
  

• Each RV site is designed for a maximum of 1 Recreational vehicle (RV).
  
• Tents are not permitted on any RV sites in addition to and RV except on XL yard sites. Our XL yard sites allow up to 1 RV and 1 tent. 
  
• Tent sites may have a maximum 2 tents but must stay within site boundaries.
  
• No more than two (2) vehicles per site.  Any extra vehicles must park in designated open parking areas and may NOT park along roads 
  

Quiet Hours Are From 11:00 pm - 8:00 am

• What Does Quiet Time Mean?
  
• Turning off radios and music
  
• Bringing conversations/laughter down to a respectful volume. 
  
• Children are back at their campsite. 
  

Camper Courtesy

• The running of generators is not permitted. We offer electricity at every campsite. 
  
• Please do not walk through other campers' sites as a shortcut.
  
• Please clean up after your pets. There are complimentary doggy waste bags located at the dog park. 
  
• Music playing during the day should only be loud enough for you to enjoy, not surrounding campers. 
  

BRINGING YOUR OWN:

• You are more than welcome to bring your own golf cart at no extra charge (gas or electric)
  
• You MUST let us know that you will be bringing in a golf cart while making your reservation
  
• Golf carts require a pass, which is issued at check in
  

RENTAL CARTS:

• We rent gas 4-seat golf carts that have the same check in/check hours as a campsite
  
• When you reserve a golf cart, you may keep it overnight and return next day by 12 noon 
  
• You must be 21+ to rent and drive rental carts 
  

GOLF CART POLICIES: 

• You must have a valid driver's license to operate YOUR OWN golf cart without supervision.  "Temps" are not considered a valid driver's license. 
  
• You must be 21 years of age or older to operate OUR RENTAL CARTS without supervision.  
  
• PARENTS:  If your child wants to "drive" you must be sitting directly beside them in the front seat or child is sitting in your lap.  
  
• Carts are allowed to be driven all throughout the campground including large open green spaces and the back meadow trails - it's a beautiful drive!  You must stay on the trail
  
• Don't be rude.........DO NOT drive through other campers' sites!
  
• Do we even have to say it?  No rough or careless driving in our park- Mid Ohio Speedway is 15 minutes away!
  
• All leisure golf cart driving should END at 9pm  
  

• Leave your trash at the end of your site and we will pick it up.  
  
• Last pick up is ONE HOUR BEFORE STORE CLOSES.  Do not leave your trash out overnight
  
• Too Late?  Dumpsters are located by the maintenance barn 
  
• NO MATTRESSES OR APPLIANCES
  

If we don't have it in our camp store or kitchen,  our neighbors do!  Located within the village limits of Mount Gilead, we are confident you won't miss out on any conveniences, entertainment, services, food or churches. And, if Mount Gilead doesn't have it, the city of Marion is just 20 minutes from the park.  
All within 1-2 miles
GROCERIES & PHARMACY:  Kroger, Family Dollar, Discount Drug Mart
AUTO MECHANICS:  Frickes Auto Repair, Hometowne Auto Repair
RV REPAIR:  See List Below 
PIZZA SHOPS (family owned)  Purple Indian, Pizzaburg
RESTAURANTS:  La Cabanita Mexican, End Zone Bar & Grille, Edison Depot, 8 Sisters Bakery, Cheng's Gourmet Carryout
FAST FOOD CHAINS:  McDonald's, Subway, Taco Bell, Dunkin' Donuts, Dominos Pizza, Pizza Hut

• Our pool is open from Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend each year. 
  
• Hours: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. 
  
• We do not allow glass in our pool area.
  
• No large floating devices such as rafts, giant inner tubes, etc.  Please only use pool noodles, baby rings, etc.  
  
• Pool is heated 
  
• Towels must be used on the lounger cushions
  

You don't have to miss church just because you're traveling!  The churches listed below are Mount Gilead addresses.  Please visit their websites for distance, service times and/or special events. 

FRESH FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH - This church sits beside the our KOA and is even connected via the driving range so you can walk or drive your golf cart over!
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH                   MOUNT GILEAD CHURCH OF CHRIST
TRINITY UNITED METHODIST           VESSEL COMMUNITY CHURCH
FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN       GILEAD FRIENDS CHURCH
AT HIS FEET CHRISTIAN CENTER   NEW TESTAMENT MISSIONARY
MARANATHA BIBLE CHURCH           PLEASANT GROVE BIBLE CHURCH
NORTH WOODBURY ALLIANCE        ABUNDANT LIFE
PINES CHRISTIAN

These MOBILE RV repair companies are happy to come out to Mt. Gilead KOA and make your day!  We have listed their phone number below.  Visit their website for additional information.  

RETIRED VETERAN RV REPAIR - 614-439-6471  
HAPPY TRAVELER RV REPAIR - 740-272-1885
DAVE'S MOBILE RV REPAIR - 330-577-6219
DENT & PAINT REPAIR (NICK PETRUCELLI) - 614-205-1071  (yes, he will travel to the campground!)

• Speed limit is 5 MPH throughout the park.   Please watch your speed and don't be upset if we ask you to slow down. 
  
• Washing your car, bike or RV is not permitted
  
• RV, Tent and cabin spaces have a  2-vehicle limit. If you have additional vehicles please use our designated parking lots. NEVER park in an unoccupied site without asking first, there is a good chance it will be occupied by another guest. 
  

Although we wish we were located in the mountains, we are surrounded by cornfields and inside the village limits of Mt. Gilead so no need to worry about cell service! We also offer complimentary WiFi for basic internet usage. Our WiFi tends to slow down when the park is full or if it's raining and is not meant to be used for streaming.

Mt. Gilead KOA Employment Application

• You must be 16 years of age to work at Mt. Gilead KOA
  
• Most hiring is done in MARCH & APRIL and not much more after that.  
  
• 2026 SEASON:  We have a full staff and are finished hiring for the 2026 season 
  
• If you're too late, we hope you will apply next year!
  

Helping Families Make Memories Since 2000!

Mt. Gilead KOA is owned and operated by the Hanawalt Family. Chip, Bambi, and Chip Jr. manage and operate the day-to-day operations, and the rest of the family does their part with Macy and Aunt Sharon in the kitchen, Haley on social media, and grandkids picking up trash, helping with deliveries, and ensuring the playground is being used! 

The park was purchased in 2019 as a golf course and broke ground in May 2019, turning it into a beautiful KOA. We opened our doors to our first customers in July of 2020 and have continued to improve the grounds each year to make it a place for families to enjoy, relax and create lasting family memories.  

We entered the campground business in 2000 with one campground that the children grew up in and worked at, and eventually sold that to corporate KOA in 2021. We are very blessed to have fallen into this business and take pride in every site and amenity on the grounds.  

We hope you make a camping reservation with us and, more importantly, cherish the experience your family has during your stay with us!

The Hanawalts