Dayton KOA

Quiet park, great staff.. Meandering layout with a covered pedestrian bridge crossing the stream. Trees lining the road through camp are nice, and allow enough room to maneuver for our 27' travel trailer. Big pond and a big field to run the dog. We only stayed 1 night, but would stay again if in the area. Did not use the internet or other services.

We called to see if we could get a site when we were within about an hour of the campground and were happy to learn that we could get a pull-thru site close to the entrance since we'd just be staying for one night. There was a well-stocked camp store, and lots of amenities (pool, playgrounds, ponds for fishing, etc.) so I'm sure that some people come here to stay multiple days. For us it was just a safe, clean stop for the night. Bathrooms were clean, grounds were well-kept. We were close to the interstate but we didn't find the traffic noise too distracting since we had our A/C on.

Cabin 701 - We just returned home after a weekend of camping at Dayton KOA. Overall the programming and common facilities were nice. However once arriving we were very unhappy with the cleanliness of the cabin. The cabin smelled of rotten food as soon as we opened the door. There was rotten food in the fridge and in the sink. There was food, like popcorn which is very visible, on the table and window ledges. Nothing has been wiped down and there was dog hair all over the floors. I spent an hour cleaning the cabin with my limited supplies before I would even let my daughter in. In addition the plates and cups were filthy as well. This was our vacation so its disappointing to spend so much time cleaning just to get to enjoy ourselves. Its very apparent the cabin had not really been cleaned all year based off the amount of dirt stuck along the base boards and on the cabinets. I fully acknowledge that we were staying in a cabin and by no means except it to be spotless however for $240 a night I do except that the the rotten food be removed from fridge and sink and the surfaces be wiped down and the floor swept. Someone had came into the cabin since the last guest and changed linens so that was at least good. In addition the thermostates batteries were corroded and needed to be replaced which a maintenance person did bring us so we do appreciate that. In addition the door did not stay shut and after working on it I was able to resolve that issue. Growing up we always stayed at KOAs because they are known for their cleanliness. This is my first time at the Dayton KOA and I am disappointed in the cleanliness. I hope this email will help the management of this KOA step up their game and take care of their facilities. **Update - I received a blanket statement from corporate saying I'd have to work out my concerns with local KOA, Local KOA was contacted first and have never heard back from them.

We like this KOA for activities near the Dayton, Ohio area. It is very well kept. There is not a lot to do in the immediate area around the campground but it is not too far from major attractions like the Write Patterson Air Force Museum and base, etc. By the way the museum is free and it is spectacular. Go if you get the chance. You won't be disappointed. We have camped at the Dayton KOA several times. Usually 1 - 3 times per season as it is just a really nice campground. Like all KOA's it is fairly expensive. On-site pizza & wing's restaurant as well as hand dipped ice cream. Catch and release fishing ponds with paddle boats, friendly staff, well run and manicured campground. The noise level varies depending on where you are in the campground as the interstate is not too far away but the campground is large and only a few sites are affected by the road noise.

Some KOA Camprounds are "Meh." This one isn't. It was pricey, but it was worth it. After spending a lot of time in state parks, I felt like I was back in civilization again!

The campground is big rig friendly with some pull through spots. Sites are grassy, some concrete patios. Excellent WiFi (although I would not stream on it). Fifty cable channels. Nice laundry room and campstore. Excellent pool. You wish all KOAs were this nice.

There is some road noise off the highway. But nothing that kept me awake at night.