The KOA campground in Oscoda, Michigan, attracts vacationers who enjoy outdoor recreation. Oscoda is on Michigan's east coast along Lake Huron. Visitors to the area seek out canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing and hiking and biking at the nearby Huron National Forest Trails. The KOA campground in Oscoda offers options for those who prefer more rustic-style camping, as well as those who want to vacation in a camper or rental cabin. KOA also organizes and hosts activities for its guests on the grounds.
Campground Accommodations
The Oscoda KOA campground accommodates tent campers and RV campers with almost 150 campsites. Most tent sites are grouped together, separate from the RV sites. One- and two-room rental cabins allow guests to stay at KOA without bringing their own shelter. One-room cabins sleep four with a double bed and bunk bed, and two-bedroom cabins sleep six with a double bed and two sets of bunk beds. Guests must bring their own bedding.
Campground Amenities
KOA offers amenities that are available at select campsites. Pull-through sites are available for those driving "big rig" campers or hauling a boat. Other sites include RV and camper hookups for 20- to 50-amp electrical, water, sewer and cable television. Campground amenities include a 24-hour laundry facility, dog park, pavilion, LP gas, firewood bundles, wireless Internet, a playground, camp store, bicycle rentals, a large jumping pillow and a heated swimming pool.
Campground Activities
Activities at the KOA are available to campground guests, and most cost a fee to participate. Pancake breakfasts are served by the hosts each weekend. A hayride each Saturday evening takes guests into 1,000 acres of wilderness to relax, visit with others and spot wildlife. A vintage fire truck gives kids rides around the campground on Saturday evenings. A recreation center at the campground features air hockey, arcade games, a juke box and pool table. KOA hosts themed weekends throughout the summer, with special events that correspond with the theme. Some themes include a Father's Day Chili Cook-off Weekend, Kids Fun Weekend, Christmas in July and Who Let the Dogs Out, a weekend for dog lovers.
Local Recreational Activities
Recreational opportunities outside of the campground in and near Oscoda include mainly outdoor activities. The AuSable River is ideal for canoeing, kayaking, tubing or fishing. Canoe liveries along the river will pick up and drop off passengers who rent from them. The Lake Huron beach in Oscoda is white and sandy, attracting sunbathers and swimmers. Charter boating and fishing companies take passengers out on the lake. Downtown Oscoda provides dining and shopping opportunities, and the town hosts several festivals, like the Huron Shores Mind, Body and Spirit Festival; Art on the Beach; and Motown in "O" Town.
Considerations
The KOA in Oscoda is among and near ash trees. The invasive and damaging emerald ash borer insect threatens the ash trees in a number of Michigan counties. The State of Michigan urges vacationers not to transport firewood to prevent the spread of the borer. KOA does not permit its guests to bring their own firewood, but they sell firewood at the campground.
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