Batesville KOA Journey

Unfortunately, 2 out of the 4 nights we were there were party nights, and it was rowdy, but the campers did quiet down when they were supposed to. The campgrounds is huge, pretty, and nicely maintained. The staff we encountered were very friendly and accommodating. I would stay there again.

This is a 3.5 rating in my opinion but it has to be a 3 or 4 star. Awesome host, very attentive, pleasant, polite and helpful. She is everywhere and doing everything. The campgrounds have several sites in multiple sections. I love the large fire pits. There is plenty for the children to do, basketball court included the 13 year old rated it 4 or 5 and stated it's a pretty nice playground. There are sever beanbag toss games. I believe you have to bring your own bags. I wish there was a little more effort put into the grounds themselves. Gravel on the drives going to the sites, hay/straw for areas where mud is present, fill in some of the standing water sites and have a few more full hook up pull through sites. Also, I was not happy with the location of my firepit, I felt like we were right outside our neighbors window. It was too far from the site itself and too close to the road. We had a wonderful time while we were here and this was our second visit. I was happy there were sites for all 6 families in a short time period. Update: We had a pull through site this time. The site was very spacious and the fire pit was nice. We had to pull in the other direction for the door to be on the camp side. The staff was just as friendly this trip as they have been in the past. It is obvious they are updating and upgrading the grounds. They still need to invest in adding more Gravel to some of the sites and manage the areas where the water puddles. I was planning to do a video but time got away from me. Also, know that there is also a Thousand Trails on the same property.

This is our first time at the KOA but had stayed previously in the thousand trails side last year. The KOA has level sites and plenty are shaded. We were told that there are a lot of upgrades planned for 2020 for the entire campground including site accessible Wi-Fi and a new second pool. The 600+acre combined campground is a good value when considering a lake to swim in, a nice pool, and large playgrounds for the kids. Lots of area to bike around or just walk. Very friendly staff and the campground is maintained thigh still rustic in areas. We plan to be back at least once or twice next year.

The camp ground itself is nice with adequate amenities and the staff was helpful, but a portion of the campers are riding around in these “custom” golf carts blaring music 10 times louder than they need it, to show off or try and get attention. We can hear it over our TV with all of our windows closed. It’s almost 10 PM and they are riding around like it’s a parade. These are full grown adults, it’s kinda sad. Thankfully we’re only here for one night.

This is a review for the Thousand Trails sections as well as the KOA parts. We have been coming here for years but have been away for about 6 years. This resort has improved dramatically! 1. Many more TT sites with even MORE UNDER CONSTRUCTION. 2. A whole new area of recreational items which include a huge children's play area, GREAT sand filled volley Ball Court, 8-10 new horseshoe pits, a full size basketball court and many paved roads have been added. This place is "hopin" on the weekends and loads of fun. NICE JOB ELS! We WILL be back!

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed a whole week. Pool, splash pad for little ones, playground, dog park, fishing and more. They had a Daddy daughter dance event when we were there which was fun. They also have a laundry center which comes in handy.

Gate staff are always friendly, prompt and helpful and it’s a beautifully kept park. The real gem of the place is the wonderful people who call it camp.