We landed this afternoon at Ely KOA Journey, pretty much right in the middle of Nevada, elevation, 6500 ft. This is just a stop-over for a night, but it really is a nice campground. We plan to drive around this after and check out the town.
From here we're heading north to Idaho. Our first stop is a place called Anderson Camp. We plan to spend a couple of days there so we can check out Shoshone Falls and what's left of Twin Falls
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We don't usually stop at KOA campgrounds, but this was the only campground in West Virginia along our route that worked without going too far out of our way. The campground has long pull-through sites but they were very close together.
If everyone would have parked their cars or trucks in line with their RV then it would have worked. For some reason, they didn't. After speaking with the camp host the prior night about two trucks that would need to be moved for me to pull forward to get out, both were still parked the next morning so we had to figure something else out. I still had the dinghy attached and didn't want to disconnect to back out. The large 5th-wheel a site over from me was also blocked by the same two trucks and frankly, our front in. If I backed up some, then he could fit. (I was still on my jacks) The folks on the other side of him parked their truck behind him half in his spot so he couldn't back out. So I quickly got things stowed away, he backed up as far as he could so that I could pull forward in front of him and head out the wrong way up the street. That worked, I hope that he got out as well.
Other than the tight sites, the campground was quite nice. It had a sandy beach on one of the three ponds with large floating toys for kids to play on. It had a few nice rental cabins along one of the ponds. The tent sites were set up really nice and you could even rent sites that featured patios complete with furniture and a nice fire pit. Overall the campground was pretty decent, better than other KOA's that we have visited. It's a great one or two-night stop-over right off the freeway. We would return if our travels bring us that way again.
Check-in time is after 2 pm and check-out time is 11 am. Our cabin registration times vary slightly to check-in after 3 pm and check out time of 11 am.
We always encourage a campfire while staying at our park, it's just part of camping. We are restricted by the Department of Environmental Protection and the Forestry Department from the transportation of firewood across state lines, so we do ask that you not bring your own firewood from other states. Firewood is for sale at the camp store for $5 per bundle. There are a couple of retailers in town that sell firewood, but you have to go get it.
Visitors of our camping guests are always welcome, however, there is a $7.50 charge for all visitors who utilize the campground facilities. Visitors must check into the campground office and obtain a parking pass and determine where the appropriate parking is located.
Enjoyment of camping for all guests is required, please respect your neighbors by keeping any noise and volume to a minimum. Official Quiet hours are enforced between 10 pm and 8 am. Bicycle riding is prohibited after dark for everyone's safety! Likewise, children must be on their respective campsite during quiet hours.
We are proud to offer a very clean and refreshing swim lake with sandy beach. While the beach and swim lake is a natural body of water, the fun comes with rules. ALL swimmers, regardless of age or ability, must sign a waiver of liability. Children must be signed in by a parent or guardian. Once the waiver of liability is signed an armband is issued to each swimmer. Life jackets are provided in all sizes for any swimmer that goes past the shallow markers. The large inflatable "toys" are located in the deep end of the lake and require life jackets to enjoy. This year we will have the water trampoline again, the jungle-gym and the rocket for guest enjoyment.
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Our Deluxe Camping Lodge is our largest accommodation available. Complete with all amenities and comforts of home. Additional cabins and campsites close by for others to join your outing.
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Our newest addition to cabin accommodations! Cute and comfortable with the comforts of home. New and nicely decorated for a getaway for the two of you or the whole family. See photos & amenities.
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Beautiful new log construction overlooking the reflection pond & barn. GR8 way to relax with kids or friends. Simple and cute great getaway with lots of things to do and have fun.
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Beautiful new log Cabin situated directly in front of the reflection pond. Pick up your fishing pole, sit in rocking chair or the front porch swing and enjoy all these cabins offer.
Our drive into Niagra's Lazy Lakes was a long one from Vermont. We opted to take I-90 to save some time knowing it was a toll road. It set us back $45 dollars to do so. Driving into the campground coming from the east was a bit tricky as we had to watch bridge heights and weight limits. Once at the campground all was good. We were able to pick a site (in half the park as we're not members of the park, but can camp here for free through our Coast to Coast) a found a good one with plenty of grass and shade. Also, not being a member caused us to cut our visit shorter than we would have liked. The weekend we hoped to stay was a Canadian Holliday and the campground was blocked out for non-members. The campground itself is beautiful with nice sites, two pools, two lakes, and all the amenities you would expect to find in a camping resort. (no pickleball) It also only has 30amp sites with no septic available to non-resident campers. The park is located just twenty minutes from Niagra Falls which was very convenient for us.
Having just two days to explore, we decided to first visit the Canadian side of the falls. It is much more touristy and built up than the American side. So we took a tour to the base of the falls and behind it. We also went to the Imax theater to see "Legends of the Falls" (it was disappointing) We took a few minutes out for lunch and tried our luck in a Casino and didn't do very well. On the second day, we stopped off at Whirlpool State Park on our way in. We learned quite a bit of history about the falls and the Niagra River from a park volunteer. Then we drove back to the falls and visited Niagra State Park. The park is exceptional and is worth a visit. We got out to the observation tower to see both falls, then made it to Goat Island (which is between the two falls) From there we could get right up to the edge of the Canadian falls. We decided that we would walk around the island and took a few minutes to walk out onto the three sisters islands which are small islands above the Canadian falls, where several signs were posted for the really stupid. On the other side of Goat Island, you can walk out onto "Hell's Half Acre". It's another island right above the American Falls which divides the river forming Bridalvale Falls. Below Bridalvale, people can walk out onto decks and get the full falls experience. I sort of wished we had taken the time to do so, maybe on our next visit.
Address:4312 Church Rd. Lockport, NY 14094
Phone: (800) 874-2957
Fax: (716) 433-2625
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Resort Information: Niagara's Lazy Lakes Resort is in the heart of Niagara and is known as "Western New York's Best Kept Secret". Only 15 minutes from the Canadian border, plan on visiting many of the local and Canadian attractions such as Niagara Falls, Lake Ontario (salmon fishing) and Old Fort Niagara, Toronto.
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Partial Sites: 265
Pull-through Sites: 25
Check-In/Check-Out Times: Noon - 6:00 p.m./ 11:00 a.m.
RV Site Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open: May 1 to Oct 31
Open: Nov 17 to Dec 31
Maximum Electrical Service: 50 amps
WiFi Available: Yes
Maximum RV Length: 45 feet
Elevation: 300.0000
Amenities: Recreation Hall, laundry, dump station, boating available, paddle boats, horseshoes, outdoor pools (heated), fishing available (catch & release), shuffleboard, canoes, ice available, RV supplies, propane, grocery store, picnic tables, group activities, fire rings, beach, church service, gift shop, game room, hot showers, playground, handicap access, firewood, basketball, boating nearby, shopping nearby, golf nearby, fishing nearby, casinos nearby, tourist attractions nearby.
RV Notes: Additional charges: 50 amps $4/night, Arrival dump station fee $25, honey wagon $10. No sewer sites.
Rental Notes: Rental units available. Trip Points not accepted. Contact the resort directly.
Accepts Pets: Yes
Pet Restrictions: 2 pets per site. Must show vaccination papers.
Visitor Mail Accepted: No