KOA’s 2026 Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report reveals the “open road era,” the rise of analog camping and a shift toward unstructured outdoor wellness. The findings show outdoor hospitality is central to how travelers prioritize wellness, connection and meaningful experiences. New to the report this year are key insights and camping tips from Leave No … Read more
SOCi’s analysis of over 2,750 brands ranked KOA as a top performer in engagement, AI visibility and digital performance. Kampgrounds of America, Inc., (KOA), the largest system of privately owned campgrounds in the world, announced it has been named to the SOCi100 Most Visible Local Enterprise Brands of 2026, recognizing its leadership in local visibility … Read more
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announced that the Coshocton KOA Holiday, owned and operated by Ryan and Camille McPeek, has been recognized with the 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award from Franchise Business Review, a leading independent franchise research firm. The recognition celebrates franchise owners who consistently set the standard for operational excellence, financial performance, and brand leadership across … Read more
For those interested in finding an entry point to campground ownership, KOA offers its Buyer’s Workshop, designed to explain precisely what is needed to become an owner/operator in the rewarding campground industry. It used to be enough to simply provide a clean, safe environment and be a friendly host. But with popularity comes attention and … Read more
Each year, Kampgrounds of America (KOA) franchise partners and team members from across North America come together for one of the most anticipated events of the year — the KOA Convention & Expo. More than just a conference, this gathering is a celebration of the KOA community and the shared passion for camping, hospitality, and … Read more
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is pleased to announce they have been named one of the Top Recession-Resistant Franchises for 2025 by Franchise Business Review, an independent market research firm specializing in franchisee satisfaction. The recognition is based on survey feedback from more than 35,000 franchise owners across over 365 leading franchise brands. KOA was … Read more
KOA announced the success of its recently launched reservation add-ons feature, an enhancement to its proprietary booking platform, K2, that allows guests to purchase key camping items such as firewood, ice, and visitor passes at the time of reservation. The new feature is already driving operational efficiency, improving guest experiences, and boosting bottom-line performance across … Read more
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s 2025 “Culture100” list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in its annual research on the Best Franchise Cultures. KOA is the largest network of privately owned campgrounds globally, with approximately 500 locations across North America. Founded in Billings, Montana in 1962, … Read more
A new KOA video offers an inspiring glimpse into the journeys of several KOA franchisees, highlighting the personal and professional reasons they chose to join the KOA system—and why they continue to proudly operate as part of the brand today. KOA owners describe how the decision to become a KOA was rooted in the desire … Read more
While owning a campground can be incredibly profitable, starting that business from the ground up is difficult. Leaning on what is already available in the industry can make the process easier. Learn more about owning a KOA location in our blog, and contact us for more information if you have any questions. What Are the Biggest Challenges … Read more