
Lodge, Cabin, 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 or III 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 55th anniversary.

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Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Kampground Named 2010 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 |
Options: 155 Sites
- 10 Camping Cabins with bath house
- 6 Camping Cabins with cablet t.v.
- 5 Deluxe Cabins (DK)
- 4 Deluxe Cabins (KL)
- 3 Solar Lodges
- Astronomy Lodge
- 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

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Rates Per Night
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Off Season
April, May, June, Sept. & Oct
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Peak Season
July 1st – Sept 4th
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Sun – Thurs |
Fri & Sat |
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Sun – Thurs |
Fri & Sat |
Solar Lodge I - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people |
$180.00 |
$180.00 |
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$180.00 |
$180.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Solar Lodge II - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people |
$150.00 |
$160.00 |
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$170.00 |
$180.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Solar Lodge III - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people |
$150.00 |
$160.00 |
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$170.00 |
$180.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Astronomy Lodge - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people |
$170.00 |
$170.00 |
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$180.00 |
$180.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Deluxe Cabin (KL) - 4 people
Sleeps up to 6 people |
$140.00 |
$155.00 |
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$165.00 |
$180.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Deluxe Cabin (DK) - 2 people
Sleeps up to 4 people |
$122.00 |
$132.00 |
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$137.00 |
$142.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
Extra child per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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Camping Cabin - 2 people
Sleeps up to 4 people |
$56.00 |
$64.00 |
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$69.00 |
$77.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Water/Electric/Sewer
30amp
2 people |
$39.00 |
$42.00 |
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$49.00 |
$55.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Water/Electric/Sewer
50 amp. 2 people |
$43.00 |
$48.00 |
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$53.00 |
$58.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Water/Electric/Sewer
Pull thru 50 amps. 2 people |
$47.00 |
$52.00 |
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$57.00 |
$62.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Water/Electric 30amp
2 people |
$34.00 |
$39.00 |
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$44.00 |
$50.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Water/Electric 50amp
2 people |
$40.00 |
$45.00 |
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$50.00 |
$56.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Deluxe RV Sites 2 people |
$52.00 |
$57.00 |
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$62.00 |
$69.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Tent Site 2 people |
$23.00 |
$28.00 |
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$29.00 |
$33.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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Deluxe Tent Site 2 people |
$32.00 |
$34.00 |
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$40.00 |
$45.00 |
Extra Adult per night |
$3.00 |
$3.00 |
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$3.00 |
$3.00 |
Extra child per night |
$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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$2.00 |
$2.00 |
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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.
NEED TO CANCEL?
RV/TENT SITE: Notify KOA 48 hours, by 4PM, prior to your scheduled arrival.
CAMPING CABINS/DELUXE CABINS (DK): Notify KOA 7 days, by 4PM, prior to your scheduled arrival.
DELUXE CABINS (KL)/UNIQUE ACCOMODATIONS: Notify KOA 14DAYS, by 4pm, prior to your scheduled arrival.
HOLIDAYS INCLUDE: Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July Weekend, Labor Day Weekend. *A (3) night minimum required. Peak Season Rates Apply*. Columbus Day Weekend is a 2 night minimum.
NO REFUNDS ON HOLIDAY WEEKENDS!!
PEAK SEASON - There is a two night minimum required for Deluxe Cabins (KL), Deluxe Cabins (DK), and Camping Cabins during the months of July and August.
PET POLICY -
The following dog breeds are not allowed on premise: Rottweiler, Doberman & Pitbulls or any mix of these breeds.
Pets must be on a leash at all times, no longer than 10 feet and under control of the owner
Please use Pet Walk area and clean up afterwards.
Pets are NOT allowed in Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins and Lodges.
Would you like us to make your RESERVATION?
Call: 1.800.562.0897 or 315.891.7355
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Solar Kolony
Meet our Solar Lodges:
100% Green – Solar 1
Apple Orchard – Solar 2
Japanese Garden – Solar 3 |
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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
Solar 1 |
100% Green Lodge
Sleeps Up To 6 |



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Deluxe Cabin (DK)
DK1 South Pacific Pearls
DK2 African Legends
DK3 Australian Outback
DK4 Western American Gems
DK5 South American Mining Adventure
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Sleeps Up To 4
Each Deluxe Cabin (DK) has a different theme and is decorated accordingly. We would like to offer you some luxury while still having that Kamping 'feel'. |
Our Deluxe Cabins Provide You With A Wide Range of Camping Amenities:
- Complete bathroom with shower, lavatory & mirror
- Dining area with log table & four chairs
- Kitchenette equipped with a range top, sink, cabinet, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster & dishes
- Bedroom with either a double bed or bunk beds, a bench, a wall mounted table and linens
- Living room with futon sofa which unfolds into a double bed and cable television
- Air conditioning and heater
- Porch swing, BBQ grill, picnic table and pavilion.

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Camping Cabins w/ Bath House
1 Shady Sapphires
2 Lapis Lullabies
3 Jade Nugget
4 Garnet Getaway
5 Emerald Hut
6 Peridot Place
7 Drusy Dugout
8 Malachite Memories
9 Turquoise Pad
10 Amber Annex
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Camping Cabins w/ Cable TV
14 Amethyst Adventures
15 Crystal Haven
16 Diamond Dreams
17 Hematite Hideaway
18 Citrine Chalet
19 Quartz Quarters
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Welcome To Our Cozy One Room Cabins
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 cabin.
Camping in a Cabin 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 camper might need. We also have amenity bags equipped with linens for your pleasure and use.
Sleeps up to four people comfortably. Reservations are recommended.

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Herkimer KOA Office Hours
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April 15th - May 9th |
Sun – Thurs |
8:00am – 7:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
8:00am – 8:00pm |
May 10th - Sept 2nd |
Sun – Thurs |
8:00am – 9:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
8:00am – 10:00pm |
Sept 3rd - Oct 31st |
Sun – Thurs |
8:00am – 7:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
8:00am – 8:00pm |
Herkimer Diamond Mines Gift Shop & Museum
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April 15th - June 30th |
DAILY |
9:00am – 5:00pm |
July 1st - Sept 2nd |
DAILY |
9:00am – 6:00pm |
Sept 3rd - Oct 31st |
DAILY |
9:00am – 5:00pm |
Diamond Mines Prospecting & Sluicing
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April 15th - Oct 31st |
DAILY |
9:00am – 5:00pm |
Crystal Chandelier Hours
Opening Thursday May 2nd, Closing Sun October 30th.
For reservations call 315.891.3366.
Open all year for Weddings, Banquets, and Parties
Open anytime for groups of 30 or more!
May, June, September & October:
Thurs. 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri. 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sat. 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Sun. 12:00pm – 8:00pm
July & August:
Wed. 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Thurs. 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri. 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sat. 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Sun. 12:00pm – 8:00pm
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Gems Along The Mohawk Hours
For reservations and information call 315.717.0077
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May – Dec |
Mon – Thurs |
9:00am – 7:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
9:00am – 8:00pm |
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Sun |
10:00am – 6:00pm |
Jan – April |
Mon – Thurs |
9:00am – 6:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
9:00am – 7:00pm |
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Sun |
10:00am – 6:00pm |
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Waterfront Grille
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Jan 1st – Dec 31st |
Mon- Sat Lunch |
11:30am – 3:30pm |
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Mon – Thurs Dinner |
5:00pm – 9:00pm |
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Fri & Sat |
5:00pm – 10:00pm |
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Sun |
Noon – 7:00pm |
Lil Diamond II & III Cruises
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Memorial Day – Columbus Day (05/18 – 10/19) |
DAILY |
1:00pm & 3:00pm |
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WEEKLY THEMES - Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
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4/15/13 -5/09/13 |
Let the 2013 Kamping Season begin! Sit back and enjoy Spring as it unfolds before your eyes and as we plant our organic garden. |
5/10/13 - 5/12/13 |
Come Camp and Care With Us Weekend
KOA Care Camp Benefit as we also care for our Moms: Attend a jewelry fashion show and treat your mom to a day of pampering. Lots of ideas.
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5/13/13 - 5/19/13 |
Armed Forces Salute - Free pizza delivery all week. One per site |
5/20/13 - 5/26/13 |
Memorial Day Celebration - Parades and white, red and blue festivities. |
5/2/13 - 6/02/13 |
Jewelry Festival - Extraordinary discounts, educational workshops, color analysis, and free faceting. |
6/03/13 |
Home School Outing - Reservations Required |
6/03/13 -6/09/13 |
Let’s Fish- How to prepare your fish, catch and keep your own gold fish. |
6/10/13 -6/16/13 |
You ARE invited to Randy’s 10th year Birthday Party - Prehistoric fun filled Father’s Day Adventure. |
6/17/13 - 6/23/13 |
Dancing Through the Years - Roaring 20’s, Discomania, Swing dancing and more! Dress in your favorite era and let’s dance! |
6/24/13 - 6/30/13 |
Astronomy 101 & 102 Family Adventure - Peer into binoculars and telescopes…visit our NEW Astronomy Lodge…Dance with the Stars…learn the constellations. |
7/1/13 - 7/07/13 |
Treasuring our Independence - Liberty Bell Treasure Hunt…red, white & blue jewelry, t-shirt creation and more. |
7/08/13 - 7/14/13 |
Running on Diamonds and Boilermaker Weekend - Children’s mini Boilermaker…special pasta entrees and contests. |
7/15/13 - 7/18/13 |
ROCK and GEM CAMP - Reservations Required |
7/15/13 - 7/21/13 |
Hawaiian Hullabaloo - Pig Roast (reservations required)…Limbo…Luao…Decorate your sites. |
7/22/13 - 7/25/13 |
ROCK and GEM CAMP - Reservations Required |
7/22/13 - 7/28/13 |
International Festival - Polka Fest…Irish Fest…Italian Fest…Indian Fest. |
7/29/13 - 8/04/13 |
Pirates on the West Canada Creek Walk the plank… Treasure Hunt…
Pirate sword fight… Bring your costumes |
8/5/13 -8/11/13 |
Water Sports Spectacular - Air Raid… Back to Back… Beach Towel Volleyball… T-shirt Freeze and more water games. Even some dunking booths. |
8/12/13 -8/18/13 |
Mardi Gras travels to Herkimer New York - Decorate your site… Camper’s Parade… King and Queen crowning and King cakes. |
8/19/13 - 8/25/13 |
Wild Wild West Bonanza - Hot dog roast and baked beans… country western dj… cowboy and cowgirl contest. |
8/26/13 - 9/01/13 |
Labor Day/Halloween Bash - Attend our Camper Choice Awards: Adults: dress up as your favorite celebrity and walk the Celebrity Red Carpet – then perform your song or talent with karaoke. Children: bring your Halloween costumes for a Halloween parade. Decorate your campsites. |
9/02/13 - 9/26/13 |
Enjoy the peacefulness of your surroundings. Leaves changing colors, the babble of the West Canada Creek, and birds before they head south for the winter. |
9/27/13 - 9/29/13 |
Girl Scout Geology Badge - Reservations Required
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10/11/13 -10/14/13 |
Columbus Day Celebration |
10/25/13 - 10/27/13 |
Boy Scout Geology Merit Badge - Reservations Required |
OUR ACTIVITIES ARE ROBUST
Daily Themed Activities Offered at 9:00am, 11:00am,
1:00pm, 3:00pm, 7:00pm & 9:00pm:
- Learn how to Fly Fish
- Race solar cars
- Dig for fossils
- Take a field trip with our native birds
- Experience cooking with our organic garden foods and herbs
- Design your own jewelry
- Produce your own ice cream
- Create your own t-shirt
- Crayfish in the West Canada Creek
- Explode a volcano
- Disect a frog
- Assemble a windmill
- Sing on our hay wagon ride
- Sample organic teas
- Bake apples with our local recipes
- Explore our universe and constellations
- Take a picture with our mascot (if you can find him!)
- Watch outdoor movies
- Search for candy with flashlights
- Compete in disc golf tournaments
- Tube down the West Canada Creek
… and of course, mine for your own Herkimer Diamonds
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Weekday and weekend activities will be provided upon your arrival.
Is there too much fun at our KOA? NEVER?
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STAY and PLAY Package
Stay at the Herkimer Diamond KOA for 2 nights
(any site type or lodging), go on an Erie Canal Lock thru cruise and experience sluicing at the Herkimer Diamond Mines.
Save 15% off sluicing and camping rates. Save $3.00 off Adult Cruise Tickets and $1.00 off Child Cruise Tickets
Only 2 Parenthesis, Before Excldes and after six. Have the period in front of the end parenthesis.
(Excludes Holiday Weekends - Memorial Day 5/23 – 5/27, Labor Day 8/29 – 9/2.
Offer valid for the months of: May and September
Package is priced for a Family of 4, additional rates may apply when adding additional people up to 6 maximum.
Savings up to $77.00 based on family of six.)
ENJOY a free breakfast delivery on Friday Morning
when you spend Wednesday and Thursday nights with us in a Deluxe Cabin (KL or DK) or Unique Accommodation.
(Offer excludes holiday weekends).
CAMP 1 night in a Deluxe Cabin (KL), Deluxe Cabin (DK)
or
Unique Accommodation on a Monday or Tuesday and receive 1 NIGHT FREE! (Offer is valid for the months of: April, May, June, September, and October.
Offer excludes Holiday Weekends).
Receive PRIVATE MINING INSTRUCTIONS
on Monday morning at the Herkimer Diamond Mines when you stay overnight on Sunday in a Deluxe Cabin (KL or DK) or
Unique Accommodation.
(Offer excludes Holiday Weekends).
Are you interested in a Hot Deal? Call 1.800.562.0897 or 315.891.7355



KOA Camping
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 3rd through October 31st.
A discount of 10% will apply for July 1st through September 2nd.
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.™
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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.
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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
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.
Open for breakfast Daily:
July & August from 7:30am – 9:30am.
Open for pizza and snacks on Friday & Saturday evenings (5/10 – 10/14) from 5:00pm – 10:00pm.
Pizza delivery available to your site!
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

- The following dog breeds are not allowed on premises:
Rottweiler, Doberman, and Pit Bulls or any mix of these breeds.
- Pets must be on a leash at all times, no longer than 10 feet and under control of the owner.
- Please use Kamp K-9 area and clean up afterwards.
- Pets are NOT allowed in any buildings, including Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins or Unique Accommodations.
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