There is a KOA near every major city in Pennsylvania, not to mention a few rural locations. The 13 Pennsylvania KOAs are located in or near: Allentown; Bellefonte; the Pocono Mountains; Erie; Gettysburg; Hershey; Jonestown; Kinzu East; Pittsburgh; Grove City; Philadelphia; Pine Grove; and Madison. Most of the local KOAs operate from April to November and a few remain open year-round.
KOA campgrounds exist across the country, and the KOA name helps visitors feel confident that they will have a high-quality camping experience.
Each KOA campsite is independently owned and operated. All KOA campgrounds commit to clean facilities, amenities such as showers, restrooms and laundry facilities and a focus on customer service.
Because each campground is independently operated, no two are exactly alike and, beyond these basics, each offers unique amenities to visitors.
All KOA campgrounds provide sites for individuals camping with tents. Tent camping is the most affordable option for staying at a KOA. Campers can book sites in advance and have the opportunity to take advantage of any group amenities the camp offers, such as swimming, laundry or campfires as part of their camping fee.
Individuals camping in Pennsylvania during the late fall, winter or early spring should review typical weather conditions for that time of year before making a decision to book a tent site.
All KOAs also offer sites for RVs, although some camps can only accommodate RVs as long as 65 feet. Others can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
All 13 KOAs offer 50-amp electric, water hookups and dump stations. Some locations might offer pull-through sites, free cable TV, recreation halls, Wi-Fi service and swimming pools.
Most of the Pennsylvania camps allow for pets at RV sites. LP gas and other RV equipment might be available with a charge at certain campgrounds.
Many KOAs also offer "KOA Kabins" of various sizes and larger "Kamping Lodges" for rent. These facilities will differ significantly from campground to campground. One-room kabins, two-room kabins, and three-room kabins are intended for individual families or small groups of friends.
The larger kamping lodges can accommodate extended families or large groups. Individual camps can provide additional guidance on what lodgings may be must appropriate for groups of various sizes.
Kamping lodges and larger kabins generally have private bathrooms, in addition to primitive kitchens and cots. Pots, pans and linens are generally not provided.
