Group & Educational Program Information:
315.717.0175 (weekdays only)
Lodge, Kottage, Kabin, RV or Tent.
We have the Perfect Location for your Kamping Vacation.
They’re beautiful, fun to find and the whole family can dig for them at Herkimer Diamond Mines, part of this KOA. Actually quartz crystals, the stones were faceted by nature half a billion years ago. Here, experience Upstate New York’s largest jewelry store, a museum with the Diamond Hall of Fame, a fossil-sluice area and authentic dinosaur skull, “Randy.” Enjoy a canal boat ride with “Lil” Diamond II at the Herkimer Marina. Go through a lock that lifts you up and down 20 feet on the Erie Canal. Cherish your heroes at Cooperstown’s Baseball Hall of Fame. Alongside KOA’s campsites, West Canada Creek offers trout and fun for canoeists, tubers, and kayakers. Dine at KOA’s on site cafe’, pavilion or Crystal Chandelier Restaurant. Join in activities during Herkimer Diamond Mines 54th anniversary.
Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Kampground Named Kampground of the Year
For The North American Continent
HOUSTON, TEXAS (November 19 , 2009) – The Herkimer Diamond, New York KOA Kampground was named Kampgrounds of America’s Kamground of the Year during a ceremony Wednesday, November 18 at KOA’s annual Convention in Houston, Texas.
“Being named Kampground of the Year is the highest award in the KOA system,” said KOA President Pat Hittmeier. “It is only given to those campground franchisors who truly are the very best of the best in every aspect of what they do.” read more
RV sites that include water, electric, sewer, some with cable, 30/50amp service, fire rings, picnic table, and Wi-Fi.
Tent sites, fire ring, picnic table and Wi-Fi.
Guarantee: We are confident that you will enjoy your site and amenities. If you are not satisfied within the first hour of registration, we guarantee a refund.
Visit KOA.com Telephone us at the Herkimer KOA Kampground at 315.891.7355 or Toll Free at 1.800.562.0897.
You can also visit ReserveAmerica.com
As shown in the February 2010 issue of the KOA Kompass Calibrated cut Herkimer Diamond Necklace and Bracelet set.
Suggested Retail price $420.00. Special KOA discount price $350.00! Visit the KOA Kompass website for details!
Off Season
April, May, June, Sept. & Oct
Peak Season
July 1st – Sept 6th
Sun – Thurs
Fri & Sat
Sun – Thurs
Fri & Sat
Lodges - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people
$140.00
$155.00
$165.00
$180.00
Extra Adult per night
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
Extra child per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Solar Lodge - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people
$180.00
$180.00
$180.00
$180.00
Extra Adult per night
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
Extra child per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Kottages - 2 people
Sleeps up to 4 people
$120.00
$130.00
$135.00
$140.00
Extra Adult per night
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
Extra child per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Kabin - 2 people
Sleeps up to 4 people
$54.00
$62.00
$67.00
$75.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Water/Electric/ Sewer 2 people
$37.00
$42.00
$47.00
$53.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Water/Electric/Sewer
50 amp. 2 people
$41.00
$46.00
$51.00
$56.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Water/electric/sewer
Pull thru 50 amps. 2 people
$45.00
$50.00
$55.00
$60.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Water/Electric 2 people
$32.00
$37.00
$42.00
$48.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Water/Electric pull thru 50amp 2 people
$38.00
$43.00
$48.00
$54.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Deluxe RV Sites 2 people
$50.00
$55.00
$60.00
$67.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Tent Site 2 people
$22.00
$27.00
$28.00
$32.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Deluxe Tent Site 2 people
$27.00
$32.00
$37.00
$45.00
Extra Adult per night
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
Extra child per night
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
Free Cable on selected sites!!!!
RESERVATION DEPOSIT GUARANTEE - A credit card deposit equal to the
registration charges
for your first night will be
required to guarantee a reservation. The deposit will be charged at the time of the reservation. CANCELLATION CHARGES- CAMPERS & TENTS- Notify KOA by 4pm at least 48 hours prior to scheduled arrival. KABINS- Notify KOA by 4pm at least seven days prior to scheduled arrival. LODGES and KOTTAGES – Notify KOA by 4pm at least two weeks prior to scheduled arrival. HOLIDAYS INCLUDE: Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July Weekend, Labor Day Weekend & Columbus Day Weekend.
*A (3) night minimum required. Peak Seasons Rates Apply*. PEAK SEASON – There is a two night minimum on the weekends for Lodges, Kottages and Kabins
during the months of July and August!
NO REFUNDS ON HOLIDAY WEEKENDS!!
Our New
Solar Lodge
KOA Solar 1
On May 3, 2010, The Herkimer Diamond, New York KOA Kampground became the world’s first campground with a 100% off-the-power-grid, solar powered camping lodge.
With solar panels on its roof harnessing energy and a prototype propane backup generator, the new KOA Solar 1 Lodge is able to run completely independent of outside energy sources. The generator “kicks in” to recharge power batteries during cloudy weather.
Built by one of KOA’s preferred suppliers, Cavco Industries, the Lodge features Generac’s industry-first propane generator, which backs up a system of solar panels made by Solar-max, a leader in solar technology.
The Solar 1 Lodge is packed with “green” technology and products, right down to its recycled metal roof and pulverized glass landscaping. Even the bed pillows are made from fiberfill from recycled plastic bottles.
The “green” theme continues outside, with deck furniture fabricated from recycled plastic milk jugs, and an organic garden that guests can harvest their own vegetables during their stay. read more
Camping in one of our rustic Kamping Lodges is like "roughing it" in a vacation home! Spacious and complete, these units offer lots of living space and sleep 4 to 6 people. Our Kamping Lodges feature a separate bedroom, a bathroom and kitchen. Top it off with central air and heat - and this is camping!
Welcome To Our Cozy One Room Kabins
Take in all of the sights and activities that the Herkimer area has to offer by day. Return for a peaceful night in the comfort of a cozy log kabin.
Kamping in a Kabin is both easy and economical. All that is needed is bedding (sleeping bags or bed linens), cooking utensils and personal items: it's like tenting without a tent. If anything is forgotten, our KOA convenient store stocks most anything a kamper might need. We also have amenity bags equipped with linens for your pleasure and use.
Sleeps up to four people comfortably. Reservations are recommended.
Herkimer KOA Office Hours
April 15th - May 13th
Sun – Thurs
8:00am – 7:00pm
Fri & Sat
8:00am – 8:00pm
May 14th - Sept 7th
Sun – Tues
8:00am – 9:00pm
Wed – Sat
8:00am – 10:00pm
Sept 8th - Nov 1st
Sun – Sat
8:00am – 8:00pm
Herkimer Diamond Mines and Gift Store Hours
Diamond Mines Store
April 15th - June 30th
DAILY
9:00am – 5:00pm
July 1st - Sept 6th
DAILY
9:00am – 6:00pm
Sept 7th - Nov 1st
DAILY
9:00am – 5:00pm
Diamond Mines Prospecting & Sluicing
April 15th - Nov 1st
DAILY
9:00am – 5:00pm
Crystal Chandelier Hours
May – Oct
Thurs
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri & Sat
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Also: July – Aug
Wed
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Sat
Noon – 10:00pm
Sun
Noon – 10:00pm
Gems
Jan 1st – March 31st
Mon – Thurs
10:00am – 6:00pm
Fri & Sat
9:00am – 8:00pm
Sun
10:00am – 6:00pm
April 1st – Dec 31st
Mon – Thurs
9:00am – 7:00pm
Fri & Sat
9:00am – 8:00pm
Sun
10:00am – 6:00pm
Waterfront Grille
Jan 1st – Dec 31st
Mon- Sat Lunch
11:30am – 3:30pm
Mon – Thurs Dinner
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri & Sat
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sun
Noon – 7:00pm
Jan 1st – Dec 31st
Mon- Sat Lunch
11:30am – 3:30pm
Mon – Thurs Dinner
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri & Sat
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sun
Noon – 7:00pm
Lil Diamond II Cruises
Memorial Day – Columbus Day (05/22 – 10/12)
DAILY
1:00pm & 3:00pm
4/16/10 -4/18/10
OPENING WEEKEND! First 10 kamping reservations receive 50% off rates.
4/23/10 - 4/25/10
Spring Forward!: Special gifts and keepsakes. Enjoy the surrounding sounds of Spring.
4/30/10 - 5/02/10
Herkimer Organic Garden Launch: Join us in planting our new Organic Herbal Garden. Let’s grow happy and healthy. The first four Girl or Boy Scout Troops ready to assist the garden development efforts this weekend will receive 50% off all KOA kamping rates.
5/7/10 - 5/9/10
Celebrating all MOMS: All moms eligible to win a Special KOA Basket. Join us in a cookie-off. Bake your favorite cookie and see if it’s a favorite of everyone else. Winner will receive a free weekend of kamping with us. Jewelry specials at the Herkimer Diamond Mines for all moms – 30% off!!!
5/14/10 - 5/16/10
KOA come Camp with us Weekend: Stay Friday night and Saturday night is free! Proceeds go to the KOA KIDS CANCER CARE CAMPS.
5/21/10 -5/23/10
All Crafts Weekend: Come one, come all! T-Shirts available for tye-dying. Make your own necklace and friendship bracelets, create kites, jewelry boxes, dinosaurs and much more.
5/28/10 -5/31/10
Memorial Day: Dress in Red, White and Blue for a welcomed surprise. Music.
6/04/10 - 6/6/10
Double Diamond Weekend. Open the DIAMOND DAWGS Season –Special Care Camp Benefit - Free tickets, special baseball promotions and athletic activities. Surprise quests!!!!!! And participate in our Mohawk Valley Maritime Heritage Colonial Battle Reenactment at Gems along the Mohawk!
6/7/10
Home Schooling Outing: A special educational opportunity for home-schooled children. Spaces are limited. Please register early.
6/11/10 - 6/13/10
Strawberries, strawberries and more strawberries! Lots of fresh local strawberries. Get a taste of them at the Diamond Cafe, Pavilion, and the Crystal Chandelier Restaurant.
6/18/10 - 6/20/10
Father’s Day Frolic: Dads enter to win Herkimer Diamond Mines Gift Basket. Fathers will receive a $2.00 discount and a free Captain’s Mate hat when you cruise the Erie Canal on the Lil’ Diamond II. Fathers Day cruise is on Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
6/25/10 - 6/27/10
School’s Out for Summer!: Bring your passing report card and receive a special treat. Special OUTDOOR CINEMA FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND!!!!!! Enjoy a game night at the pavilion playing charades, musical chairs, pictionary, and other activities.
7/01/10 - 7/12/10
Twelve Days of Christmas: Decorate your site for Christmas. Santa and his elves will be with us to see who has been naughty or nice. Snowball fights, (in the summer – oh yeah!). Holiday gifts and surprises, crafts, and music.
7/12/10 - 7/15/10
Rock and Gem Camp: Science Adventure for Children
7/19/10 -7/22/10
Rock and Gem Camp: Science Adventure for Children
7/16/10 - 7/18/10
Hula Hula: Come and enjoy a fabulous luau with us with leis and hula skirts, a spectacular pool party, volcano creations, hula hoop lessons, and other exciting activities! Indulge yourself with some Hawaiian specials at the Diamond Cafe.
7/23/10 -7/25/10
Clowning Around with KOA: Dress up as a clown with our clowns. We expect to greet many visiting clowns on the Kampground this weekend. Face painting, balloon animals and more.
7/30/10 - 8/1/10
Penny Carnival: Come join us for a fun filled weekend. Dozens of carnival activities. Ring toss, three legged races, make your own bean bag and toss. All carnival activities at the KOA will be a penny. Proceeds will go to the KOA Cancer Care Camp.
8/6/10 - 8/8/10
Crazy Hat and Shoes Weekend: Create and wear your craziest hat and shoes. Win prizes! Perhaps yours will be the craziest or the most original or the largest or smallest! What a photo opportunity!
8/13/10 - 8/15/10
Mardi Gras and The Erie Canal Festivities …two festivals on one weekend At our KOA, site decorating contest, parade with bikes and pets, music and lots of fun. Our KING CAKES are renowned! At our second attraction, Gems Along the Mohawk, Boat cruises and specialty shopping will be available. Gems Along the Mohawk will be participating in the New York State Festival celebrating the Erie Canal.
8/20/10 - 8/22/10
Wild Wild West: Country Western Music all weekend and a FREE hot dog roast. Enjoy special Western food at the Diamond Cafe and Crystal Chandelier Restaurant. Cowboy hats are welcome!
8/27/10 -8/29/10
Water Sports Weekend: Bring your favorite water toys. Water balloon toss, dunking booth and water gun contests. Let’s hope that it is very hot this weekend.
9/3/10 - 9/6/10
Labor Day Weekend Halloween Bash: Ghosts, goblins, trick or treat at the pavilion, site decorating contest. Come visit our Special Magician from Buffalo New York. What an exciting performance!
9/7/10 - 10/7/10
Quiet Time Of Reflection: Enjoy the seasons changing colors and stroll along the West Canada Creek in the brisk autumn air.
10/1/10 -10/3/10
Girl Scout Gemology Badge Weekend: Rocks Rock Gemology Merit Badge Program. Spaces are limited
10/8/10 - 10/11/10
Columbus Day Weekend: Enjoy the bounty of the Mohawk Valley Harvest. Create decorations, pumpkin carving, candied apple, arts and crafts.
10/15/10 -10/17/10
Jewelry Festival: Receive 30% off all jewelry at the Herkimer Diamond Mines as we conclude our 30th Year.
10/22/10 -10/24/10
Boy Scout Geology Merit Badge Weekend: Weekend with certified instructors. Spaces are limited.
10/29/10 -10/31/10
Last Weekend Special: Discounts on selected items at the Herkimer Diamond Mines Gift Shop and KOA Store.
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Friday at KOA:
6:00-8:00pm
Pizza & fish fry delivery to your site on the hour.
Orders taken at the KOA Store.
7:00pm
Movies in the Crystal Cinema.
8:00pm
Hayride Adventure around the kampground. Meet in front of the KOA Store
9:00pm
Children’s flashlight candy hunt and special treasure of the week.
Meet in front of the KOA Store
Saturday at KOA:
10:00am
Crayfishing at Crayfish Island. Meet in front of the KOA Store
12:00pm
Frisbee platter special at Diamond Cafe. ($8.00)
1:00pm
Tye-dying at the KOA pavilion.
3:00pm
Organic Gardening and Kreative Cooking. (Meet at the Herkimer Organic Garden)
10:00am-5:00pm
Variety of jewelry classes and appraisals at the Herkimer Diamond Mines Store. Prizes awarded throughout the day.
7:00pm
Come one come all for a fun-filled hour of Bingo. Prizes!
8:00pm
Ice Cream Social to benefit Children’s Cancer Care Camps.
8:30 - 10pm
Enjoy a movie at our NEW outdoor Creekside Cinema! Weather permitting, if raining movies in the Crystal Cinema.
9:00pm
Bonfire and Kicked up s’mores at the S’mores and More Pit.
Sunday at KOA:
8:30-11:00am
Pancake/Waffle Breakfast - $6.00 for adults, $5.00 for children. (Pavilion)
9:00am
Religious service. (Pavilion)
9:00am – 5:00pm
Variety of jewelry classes and appraisals at the Herkimer Diamond Mines Store.
Every Sunday through Friday evenings Movies at 7:00pm in the Crystal Cinema
IF THERE ARE SPECIAL ACTIVITIES IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE,
THEY WILL BE LISTED AND POSTED IN THE KOA STORE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
Kampground of the year Special Diamond Card:
$15.00 purchase
10% discounts on 20 regional businesses
Can be used Jan 1st thru Dec 31st 2010
To benefit KOA Care Camps
(Value limitless)
Experience jewelry making with your findings:
Spend Wednesday and Thursday night with us during
July and August and automatically receive one
free jewelry/gift class per Registration.
Your coupon will be given to you upon check-in.
(Value $15.00)
Boy Scouts of America 100th Anniversary Special
Congratulations to the Boy Scouts of America
on your 100th Anniversary.
In honor of this celebration, the Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA is offering
free anniversary patches to all Boy Scout troops with a
Herkimer Diamond Mines or KOA group reservation.
(Quantities are limited to 2010 patches)
(Value $3.00 per Scout/Leader)
2 For 1 All Season:
Buy 1 dinner and get 1 Free for $19.95
House specialty since 1982-Chicken and BBQ ribs at the Crystal Chandelier Restaurant.
All season during regular hours of operation.
Double Diamond Giveaway:
Stay with us on any Game Night
and receive free tickets to the
DiamondDawgs baseball games.
(Value $6.00 each ticket )
We welcome family reunions, rallies, tours, and scouts:
A group must consist of ten reservations or more in order to receive a group discount.
The group discount is 15% off each reservation from April 15th, through June 31st (Excluding Memorial Day Weekend),
September 7th through November 1st.
A discount of 10% will apply for July 1st through September 7th.
For more information on rates, please contact the
Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA at (315)891-7355 or toll free at 1-800-562-0897.
You can also email us at hdmkoa@ntcnet.com
GO. CAMP KOA. GET REWARDS.™
Earn rewards and save money doing what you love to do – camp KOA. As a member of KOA’s new Value
Kard Rewards Program, you’ll save 10% on daily camping fees at any KOA location, earn points for discounts
on future stays and receive exclusive offers from our program partners.
Earn points for camping rewards
Each time you stay at a
KOA Kampground, you earn points. After you've earned enough points, you can redeem them for rewards that can be used for savings at any KOA Kampground.
DAILY SITE CHARGES
# of Points Earned
$20.01 -
$40.00
$40.01 -
$60.00
$60.01+
Example:
Points Earned*
Base
(on daily site charges)
600
900
1,300
2,100
Bonus
(at 6,500 points)
660
990
1,430
2,310
VIP
(at 20,000 points)
750
1,125
1,625
2,625
Questions?
Please ask anyone in yellow or go online at www.koa.com
How it works:
• Purchase a Value Kard Rewards membership for just $24 and immediately receive 500 Quick Start Points.
• Stay overnight at any KOA Kampground and earn more points. The more you camp, the more you earn!
• Redeem your rewards for $10, $25 and $50 off future KOA Kampground stays.
Value Kard Rewards members will also find reservations and check-ins to be fast and easy – we have your
personal information and camping preferences in our secure system.
Value Kard Rewards is the first and only online camping rewards program. That means that you can check
your rewards status anywhere, anytime.
Get Your KOA Rewards Card Today. Call us at 315.891.7355 or 1.800.562.0897 or visit KOA.com
Our Crystal Chandelier Restaurant
Adjacent to the Mines (walking distance). Since 1982, the Crystal Chandelier Restaurant has provided friendly and courteous services to a variety of businesses, corporations, families and individuals throughout the Mohawk Valley. “Quality is a necessity”. Our policy is to provide you with a pleasant time, quality food, and efficient service. crystalchandelier.net
Our newly expanded
Herkimer Diamond Cafe
At the Mines (walking distance). Over the years, the Diamond Cafe has become a popular snack and lunch spot for our guests at the mines. Children love the Frisbee platter for lunch. Ever popular are our chicken fingers. All food is cooked with hot air, not oils or grease. Sit at our outdoor picnic area and enjoy the sounds of nature and children playing.
Our Prospector’s Pavilion
At the KOA. Only available to guests at the KOA. Our Prospector’s Pavilion is open on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday mornings. We offer pizza and fish fry on Friday (free delivery to sites). Ice cream social on Saturday evenings and a Pancake breakfast on Sunday.
Our Waterfront Grille
Off-site Restaurant. A short 6 miles drive to the Erie Canal. All the food at the Waterfront Grille is made from scratch using only the finest quality ingredients. The menu includes seasonal offerings from the Mohawk Valley, highlighting the area’s rich agricultural tradition. The menu also incorporates locally produced food products and features regional beers and wines. Visit our website at www.waterfrontgrille.net
