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Kid’s Eco Camping Tips

Teach kids how to camp without leaving a trace! It will help keep our planet green for another generation of campers.

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No RV? No Tent? No Problem!

If you’re looking to reconnect with Mother Nature without sacrificing running water and electricity, then you’re in luck! Kampgrounds of America offers cabins across the country so that you can enjoy...

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Best Hikes For Wildflower Lovers

It’s been scientifically proven: flowers make us happy. But if you think a fresh bouquet of a dozen roses is a reason to smile, how about rolling meadows of thousands of blooms? Interest piqued? Check...

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Family Fun Time – Campground Games & Activities

By Stephanie & Jeremy Puglisi, RV Family Travel Atlas We have all heard the statistics. Kids just do not get enough time to play outside anymore. Recess has been shortened, neighborhoods are not as...

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Fall Festivals Bring Color to KOA Campgrounds

By Kyle McCarthy Turning leaves don’t mean your family adventures have to end. Leaf peepers know autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year to be outdoors, whether you’re in your bathing suit,...

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Former NFL Star Loves KOA Camping

By Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi, RV Family Travel Atlas During the eleven years that Keith Sims starred as an offensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins and the Washington Redskins, he traveled all over...

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Fall Road Trip Through California’s Gold Country

By Chris Epting, KOA Travel Correspondent No trip to California is complete without exploring the classic gold country located not far from Sacramento along historic Highway 49, named in honor of that...

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Spook-tacular Halloween Party Recipes

By Zac Williams This special menu will help you set an extra scary Halloween mood at your favorite KOA this season. Kids, especially, will enjoy helping prepare this easy-to-make haunted feast — sure...

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This Fall’s Best Apple Picking Destinations

We’re literal people at KOA: the apples of our eyes are apples. In a country ripe with pick-your-own farms and quality campgrounds, an apple-picking camping trip is a great way to say a fond farewell...

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Thanksgiving Craft: DIY Hand Turkeys

Hand Turkeys –a fun project for kids and a great way to create decorations for Thanksgiving dinner! Supplies: Construction Paper Washable paint Colorful Feathers Glue Small Googly Eyes Paint brushes...

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Follow the “Three A’s” To Get Your Family Excited About Camping

As far as American traditions go, the family camping trip is our favorite: it’s not competitive like baseball and it has way fewer calories than apple pie. But when the road calls, how do you make sure...

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Holiday Videos

Peppermint Ornaments These pretty red and white striped ornaments are easy to make for adults and kids alike! Supplies Baking Sheets Parchment Paper Holiday cookie cutters Cooking Spray Peppermint...

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#12 Days of Camping

The 12 Days of Camping During your next camping trip, enjoy singing “The #12DaysofCamping” – the traditional holiday song with a fun outdoorsy twist. Tweet us using #12DaysofCamping and let us know...

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Family Reunion Fun at KOA

All in the Family Planning a reunion? Check out our Family Reunion Planning Guide. For 53 years, KOA has been the one-stop source for family friendly fun across North America. So it makes sense that...

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6 More KOAs to Explore

Welcome the New KOA Campgrounds! Last month, we introduced you to six of our newest KOA locations. (Again, welcome to the KOA family Gila Bend, AZ KOA Journey; Craig, CO KOA; Lake Oconee/Greensboro, GA...

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Get In A Summer State of Mind!

The Summer Countdown starts now! It’s never too early to get excited for summer fun.  Warm up your winter with sweet thoughts of roasting marshmallows by a crackling campfire and get camping on your...

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7 KOA Campgrounds That Host Karaoke Nights

For our campers who love singing their favorite tunes by the campfire or even onstage, did you know that many KOA Campgrounds host regular karaoke nights? See below a few KOA Campgrounds where you can...

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Camping + Easter = Best Treats Ever

S’Meeps are the best thing to happen to treats since S’Mores and PEEPS! Check out this video and follow along with the S’Meeps recipe below. Ingredients Chocolate Candy Bar (your choice!) 6 Graham...

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9 KOA Campgrounds Having Easter Activities

What better way to spend Easter weekend than camping with your close friends and family? See below a few KOA Campgrounds where you can participate in fun Easter activities – from egg hunts, to tasty...

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Top 5 Places to Picnic in the Park

Our top 5 list takes the guesswork out of picking the perfect picnic spot – what’s for lunch is up to you. Saturday, June 18 the National Park Service is celebrating International Picnic Day by...

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