The personality of a campground

The personality of a campground

Campgrounds come in all shapes and sizes. everyone knows that. What some people don't think about is the type and the personality of a campground. KOA has a good system to label different types of campgrounds. A KOA Journey is generally on the smaller side, designed for short term stays and to be a stop along the way on your road trip adventure. They always have the KOA amenities you'd expect.. a store, clean bathrooms, playground, camp K9, pool, etc. The next step up is a KOA Holiday. These campgrounds add on more amenities and activities, and offer more premium sites and camping cabins. At a KOA Resort, you'll find just what the name says - a resort.

What can't be given a label and advertised, however, is the personality of a campground. How does it feel? What's the "vibe"? Is it the kind of campground where people sit around a glowing fire and make s'mores or is there a live band and all sorts of over-the top activities? The truth is, every campground is a mixture. And it can change and evolve over time. It's really shaped by the people - the employees, the seasonals, and the weekenders. It's also shaped by the feedback that comes from the campers. Don't be afraid to speak up. Have a conversation with a staff member about your ideas and impressions. We really do appreciate it.

So, give new campgrounds a try. Even if you have a favorite, spend at least one weekend a year somewhere new and check out a different vibe. Keep a camping diary to record your trips, along with how the place felt and what type of experience you had. Then refer back to it when you're looking for a campground that "feels" a certain way for your trip. Because the labels and the website and the list of amenities don't tell the full story.

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