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We were scheduled for one night August 30th. Due to Hurricane Laura we delayed by a day and they were very accommodating on making the change. When choosing directions, make sure you choose the campground and not just the park. It’s a bit curvy getting into the park and a little narrow. We found our spot (22) and realized it was way too steep to back the trailer in and disconnect. After talking with the park host, we were able to move across to another spot (20). It was much more user friendly. 22 was an awesome waterfront spot, but designed for only tent camping. When the reservation was changed, it was the wrong date, but when the Ranger asked, we got it all sorted out. We were the only folks in the place for the night so it was super quiet. If you are relying on cell service, we rarely had a signal so I gave it no signal. We will probably stay here again in the Pin Oak Campground.

We only stayed for one night 8/13 on our way East. We have friends that own a KOA and they had stayed her many times. We were expecting better conditions for a KOA since the cost is much higher. It is right off I-40 and easily accessible. Normal KOA check in process and then we made our way to our site. Site 46 was grass covered which was a surprise. There were large black rocks/gravel mixed in the grass and you could not see them until you stepped on them and turned an ankle. the site was a great length, but the spots are very close to each other. There were lots of dead trees in the park overall when they should still be covered in leaves. The wifi was spotty at best so don't count on that. Next time I would plan to go farther either direction and stay at a different stop.

We stayed here for two weeks to see our daughter. Upon arrival, check in was easy and we were taken to a site that was way to short for our 36' trailer. And the concern over cracking the patio concrete and "guiding" was not a good experience. After a couple tries of getting it into the spot, we were allowed to move spots. this spot fit our trailer, but the road is very narrow so backing in is not simple. Luckily there was two empty spots across so we were able to get her backed in. The spots are sandy so if you don't react well to "no see ums" beware. The spots are on top of each other. Beside and behind so privacy is limited. We had some nice seasonal folks next to us, but felt so bad that our slide was right up against their walkway. The train tracks were close, but it was minimal noise in my opinion. It fit the need at the time, but will probably choose differently when we return.

Stayed her over a weekend since everything closer into Dallas was booked. The Campground is behind McClains and there is a lot of new trailers being pulled right over to the KOA. Our spot was a great level concrete spot. Little shade, but when we stayed in April it was not super hot. There was a nice firepit area towards the exit. You can hear the traffic from the interstate, but it's not horrible.

We stayed here 2 nights October 16-18 with friends. The gal that answered the phone when we booked was super helpful in getting us a spot near our friends. Typical KOA location next to the Interstate. Loud traffic noise. We arrived after the office closed and the directions on how to proceed were not clear. We figured it out and made it to our spot. The pull through spot was nice and long and easy to access. The park had a a really cute animal farm with chickens and birds and a donkey named Jasper. We enjoyed checking in on them each day. If you need a quick stopover right off the Interstate, this is a good one nighter.

The location is great since it is set off the Interstate. You do not get any road noise from this KOA. We had high expectations based off previous reviews, but what we saw was not was has been previously reported. We stayed one night on 8/15. Spot 18 was shaded, with a gravel pad. Spots were a little close together, but the biggest pain for us was the large rocks on the road and paths. It made walks with the dog uncomfortable not only for our dog's paws, but our feet as well. The pond that they rent kayaks for was covered in pond scum and there's no way we would have went on it. The wifi was great and you could even stream on it! The deluxe cabins looked amazing and were a step up from your normal KOA. The last thing for us was that they push for ratings. They want you to rate them perfectly, even if it's not so that they move up the rankings in KOA. We received multiple notifications to rate them so we did. Probably not what they would have wanted. we would not rule out staying here for one night, but it really was a letdown.

We stayed here one night 8/14 as we headed East. Right off I-40 and easily accessed. Fairly small park with a lot of overnight stays. Spot 46 was shaded, a little space between spots, but the park could use a little upkeep. It is a little more remote so the bar could be handy for those that may need food. We did not utilize it, but our friends that have stayed here multiple times have enjoyed the wood fired oven cooked food. It was very buggy, so didn't adventure out much on our overnight. The wifi was just ok, but not strong enough to stream. If we were coming this way and it was in our path of places to stop, we would use it for an overnight again.

This campground was in a great location and had great folks working there. The down side was the location near I-40. It was up on the hill and it was above the road. When trucks went across the bridge, it would shake the trailer. The setting was awesome, but the 24 hours of trucks was too much.

We stayed here for one night October 24th. We were greeted by Deb with a warm smile and welcome. She was thorough and gave us her number in the event we needed anything. We were in spot #3 which a pull though spot just inside the entrance. It was a very long, sandy spot with good shade trees. It had full hookups and they had great wifi. There was lots of rain but we were able to to explore a little of the park and take a walk. This is a small park, but we would stay again when passing though.

We stayed at Yarberrry August 23-29. The first 4 nights were in spot 89 and the final 3 nights were in spot 64. The location of this campground is close to town and still a short drive to Smokey Mountains. Spot 89 was level( little squishy because of the rain) and overlooked a trail and lake. No shade though. Spot 64 was mostly level and had some shade trees to help with the summer heat. We had planned on staying 6 nights but die to the path of Hurricane Laura, we decided to stay an extra night. It was very easy to extend and we also were able to choose a different spot. We had originally reserved a spot for the final two days that was near the dump. The cap doesn’t close well, so the smell can carry a bit. We enjoyed this campground and location. If you are a water lover, this is a good one to be at.