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

Whether you are opening a new campground or revamping an existing business, these top campground trends for 2025 will help you appeal to guests and increase revenue. Camper demographics continue to shift, with more people embracing campgrounds as a way to disconnect, destress and make special memories. As more people reserve campsites, the demand for … Read more

We are excited to unveil KOA’s 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report, the industry-leading report providing essential insights into the outdoor and hospitality sectors. This year’s report reveals key trends, including the economic impact of camping on local communities, the evolving preferences of new vs. experienced outdoor enthusiasts, and how camping habits have shifted since … Read more

The annual independent franchise survey ranks KOA highest in franchisee satisfaction in the recreation category and among the Top 50 Franchises overall. Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA), a leader in outdoor hospitality, was recently named the Best-in-Category in the Recreation sector of the prestigious Franchise Business Review’s list of Top Franchises for 2025. In addition, … Read more

Registration for the upcoming KOA Buyer’s Workshop event is now open! This informative session will take place October 18-19, 2025, at the Nashville KOA Resort in Nashville, TN. Designed exclusively for prospective campground owners, this KOA Buyer’s Workshop will feature workshops on the below topics: Factors to consider when buying an existing campground A comprehensive look … Read more

Over the past decade, camping has evolved from a simple outdoor pastime to encompass a wide range of hospitality offerings catering to preferences from rugged wilderness adventures to luxurious glamping retreats. This growth has positively impacted the outdoor hospitality industry and the economies in which it operates. 💲In the past year, campers increased their average … Read more

In late 2023, Kampgrounds of America, Inc. developed the first accessibility in camping report to better understand and provide solutions to campers with physical or neurodivergent needs. This report, the ninth of our Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report series, is a collaboration of 2023’s data and more recent findings from our Quarterly Research completed in … Read more