Just returned from six days at the Cardinal/Ottawa South KOA. We had an overall good time at this location. For a KOA this site was beautiful, the trees between each site towered 60 feet in the air. Having the mature foliage gave a sense of privacy even though the sites were no larger then any other KOA. The pool was... More

I have read some of the reviews on this site, and was quite concerned. This was our first real camping trip, and we wanted it to be great. Well it was! Everyone there made us feel welcomed, and the owners were wonderfully helpful. I was glad that they had a lights out at 11, as we were in a tent... More

We have camped at Cardinal KOA many times over the past three years. There are always activities going on for the kids. With any KOA, there are rules to follow....they are there to make certain the experience goes well for all. Would recommend highly...when we go, we never see the kids throughout the day except for meals and sleep.

My husband and I stayed at this KOA for 4 days in July 2011 and even had Thanksgiving dinner with the majority of the campers. Imagine, Thanksgiving in the middle of July!!! Great tasting turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, buns and dessert. Had a campfire every night and talked without being bothered by anyone or anybody telling us to... More

This campground has potential. An ok pool (although it's less than 40 feet from the garbage dump), a huge jumping pillow, and two reasonable playgrounds. However, Dan Parent, the owner, is a bizarre guy. While he is usually polite, he seldom smiles when greeting guests and his overall demeanour makes it hard to understand why he's in the business in... More

We absolutely love staying at the Cardinal KOA and are regular customers who have been camping there for the last 5 years. The campground owners are very nice and treat their guests with utmost respect and courtesy. Our children are always entertained and well occupied. There are many freebies and we get great value for our money. The splash pad,... More

I have been to this campground in the past, and honestly did have a wonderful time. So we decided to return for a short weekend getaway. What a mistake that was!!!! When arriving I was told that all members of the family must wear a paper bracelet (like something you have to wear at an amusement park). I was told... More

Drove 4 hours to the Cardinal/Ottawa KOA only to be turned away because we had more than one tent. The tent sites were not suitable for tents as they are long and narrow, no privacy at all from other campers, full of tree roots and pine needles and no level grassy area. When I complained about the tree roots and... More