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.
Since there were no membership campgrounds alone my route through Vermont, we looked at other options. (I typed in "campgrounds along Route 9 in Vermont" on Google Maps) I reserved a couple of nights several months ahead of time and had to mail a check because they don't accept credit. It seemed like a hassle, but I'm glad that I did. We arrived at the campground in the early afternoon and were shown which site was ours. It an excellent site so I don't mind that I didn't pick it. I'm sure I could have changed if I wanted to. First of all, I have never been in a campground where the owners took so much pride in it. Every campsite was nice, there are acres of green grass and three ponds to canoe in. All of the sites are very well maintained as well as all of the roads. The tent sites were secluded but with views over-looking the ponds. Each one having both a garbage and a recycling can all with very nice picnic tables and fire rings. The lodge is used for showers and bathrooms. None of the RV sites have septic, but there is a free dump station. The campground is located pretty much at the summit of route 9 next to a ski resort and surrounded by forest. The owners have made walking trails and built bridges and even an RC track and obstacle course. I just can't say enough how beautiful and well maintained this campground is.
We were there for just two nights so we just had time to check out the local towns, parks, historic sites, and covered bridges. Vermont is beautiful, worth spending more time here. Oh and we bought some Vermont maple syrup.
311 Greenwood Drive, Woodford, VT P.O. Box 246 Bennington, VT 05201
Phone: (802) 442-2547 | Fax: (802) 442-2547
May 20 to October 26
Owned or Managed by Ed, Ann, and Chris Shea
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Web: https://campvermont.com/greenwood
Sites: 40 Overnight / 8 Pull-thrus / 20 No Hookups / 20 E & W / Max. Length: 70
Rental Units: Rooms - 4
Amenities: Store Close by / Boating / WiFi / Dump Station / Firewood / Recreational Hall / Pavilion / Hot Showers / Flush Toilets / Universally Accessible / Pets Welcome
Recreation: Fishing / Hike & Bike / Swimming: Pond
Nearby Attractions: Bennington Museum, Car Show, Garlic Festival, Old Castle Theatre. Wilmington Flea Market, Mt. Snow, Bromley Slide, Mass Moca, Rockwell Museum, Tanglewood
Nearby Cities / Towns: Bennington, Wilmington Manchester, and Wilmington
Description: Clean, well-maintained, up-to-date facilities. Scenic Green Mountain setting. Hostel w/dorms, private bedrooms. Separate, spacious tent/RV campsites, Big Rigs Welcome, blue-boy loaners. All-inclusive facilities cost. $ Firewood. Mountain biking trails and river-walk. For everyone's enjoyment camping guidelines are enforced to provide a peaceful, uncrowded, friendly atmosphere. Quiet, non-aggressive pets welcome w/restrictions.