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Augusta-Gardiner KOA
Overview
The Augusta-Gardiner KOA offers a quintessential Maine camping experience, tucked away in a lush, wooded setting in Richmond. This park serves as a serene home base for travelers looking to explore the state's capital region while enjoying the peace of the forest. Whether you are arriving in a large motorhome or a small travel trailer, the atmosphere here is one of relaxation and community. The park balances the natural beauty of the Maine woods with the reliable standards and hospitality that KOA Journey locations are known for across the country.
Location & Surroundings
Conveniently located just off the interstate, this campground provides easy access to the Kennebec River Valley. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, dense pine forests, and historic riverfront towns. Being situated in Richmond puts you exactly halfway between the coastal charms of the Mid-Coast region and the cultural landmarks of Augusta. The environment is quiet and secluded, offering a natural buffer from the hustle of highway travel while remaining close enough for easy day trips to nearby urban centers.
Amenities & Park Features
This facility caters to modern RVers with a variety of site types and services designed for comfort. Guests can enjoy several on-site features:
- Full-hookup pull-thru sites designed for easy access and 50-amp service.
- A seasonal swimming pool and a challenging mini-golf course for family entertainment.
- The dedicated KampK9 dog park, providing a fenced area for pets to roam off-leash.
Guests also appreciate the convenience of the well-stocked general store and the unique gem mining sluice, which offers an engaging activity for children during their stay.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Exploration opportunities abound just minutes from the park. You can visit the Maine State Museum in Augusta to learn about local history or take a stroll through the historic streets of Hallowell, famous for its antique shops and riverfront dining. For those drawn to the water, the Kennebec River offers excellent fishing and boating. A short drive east leads to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens or the maritime history of Bath, making this an ideal spot for those who want to experience both the woods and the water.
Who This Park Is Best For
The Augusta-Gardiner KOA is best suited for family vacationers seeking a classic camping environment with plenty of activities for children. It is also an excellent choice for retirees or solo travelers who value a quiet, wooded atmosphere over the high-energy environment of a coastal resort. Because of its location near major transit routes, it serves as a perfect mid-point stopover for those journeying further north toward Acadia National Park or exploring the historic charm of Maine’s inland river towns.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Mark Krieger
Late fall season stop so park was not crowded. We had a pull through spot #22 with full hook ups available. The park was gravel and a generous size, we were able to park easily 44' long motorhome and toad without disconnecting. Bathrooms were clean, on demand got water system for showers was marginal and water seemed overly softened. We would stay again if in the area.
Sue [Rouillard] High
This was our 2nd visit here for a quick couple days away. Very quiet location. A bit of an out of the way location, but a great place to stop for a night or 2 while passing through. Simple campsites with w/elec. SUPER clean! Bathrooms were immaculate. Staff are all friendly and helpful. The recreation room could do with some improvements. Overall, a nice place to stop.
j Staff
This is a good campground for short stop overs. We were on our way back from Acadia and decided to stop and visit the Maine Costal Botanical Gardens. The campground is on a fairly steep hill that makes the back in sites a little challenging. The site itself was close to level. The katydids were very loud at dusk. Fortunately, we enjoyed listening them. The rest rooms are older but kept very clean. It was nice to shower outside the wet bath in our camper. The road nearby was loud during the day but quieted down after 9pm. We would stay here again for a night or two if we needed a stop over point in the area.
Jacob Sessions
This was a surprisingly good KOA. It is located on a hill but the sites were well leveled and easy to get in and out of with a 40' motorhome towing a jeep. Hook ups were all good with good water pressure. This KOA has a lot for it only being considered a journey. Good stop if going through Maine or visiting the area.
Cola Cobb
Hands-down, one of the best campgrounds I have ever been to in Maine. Tons of family activities and a really friendly environment. Me and my family have been going here for three years and plan to go Again, next year. The lots are pretty comfortable, And they even have movie night, where you can bring your kids down and launch a random movie on the big screen! I definitely recommend going there at least once.
A Divine Canine
Spacious and level sites. There is a playground, dog park and hiking trail. The staff was friendly and the campground is clean, but their women's showers are not. Mold and pink slime in each shower. Their sign on the entrance door to the shower states showers are cleaned daily. I can guarantee you, they definitely are not. The showers need bleach and a good pressure washing or deep clean.
Edward Chapman
If you enjoy the strong smell of mold and mildew, come on down. The smell of mold is so strong, it slaps you in the face each time the wind moves the air. The management and staff were rude and clearly not qualified for their roles. Food was handled without gloves or other state-mandated safe practices. The one event we attended was pathetic as if it wasn't worth their time. We left after being there for a few hours. It just became too much and we didn't want to inhale mold all night long. We'll find another place to stay I'm sure. I'm not certain why anyone would stay at this KOA and hope they all aren't like this one.
MaryAnn Benjamins
We like KOA’s because they are usually pretty reliable. The pool was fantastic after a long sticky day of driving. Though the park is built on a steep hill, our site was surprisingly level. I was not impressed by the state of the roads and grounds however. It all had an air of neglect. The walking trail through the woods is a disaster and if it ever was clearly marked with yellow ribbon, that’s been gone for years. There’s a small dog enclosure along with a grassy area at the back of the park. In that area there’s a picnic table that’s been mowed around-never moved, and weeds are 2 feet high under it. It kind of pictures for you the lack of attention to detail-especially for a KOA brand. The staff were fine, but with a little elbow grease this park could easily be great.
Kerri Mahoney
Stayed this weekend. Campground is one mile from ironman bike course, so I woke up early and rode the course for practice. Family friendly, easy check in/set up process, dog park is a nice feature, kids enjoyed the playground and pool. Will be back.
John Dale
This KOA had a more relaxed feel in contrast to the corporate-y feel of most KOA’s, much to my delight. This medium sized park was on the side of a hill with the full hook up sites cut in to be level. There are both pull through and back in sites. There is a playground and kids game area, and a laundry. The shop was well stocked with snacks and camping essentials. The pool was not open during our visit due to unexpected major equipment issues that they were working to resolve. It will probably be open by the time you visit but call if it’s an issue for you.