Saturday, August 6, 2016

Gunnison KOA

Tucson/Lazydays KOA
Tucson, AZ
July, 2016

Joe and I spent the month of July at Gunnison KOA and my how the time flew.  Traveling with three pups often presents issues and not one time has any KOA ever denied us our fence (for the pups to sit out with us at the MH) or limited the number of canine dependents we can have.  We found this KOA to be clean, friendly, and a great location for all the places we wanted to explore.  

Jack enjoyed the fenced in doggie park.  Playing ball is the highlight of his day...well, except for eating, cuddling, sleeping, laying in the sun, and aggravating his sisters.












 Dover and Sally, on the other hand, were perfectly content to lay in the cool, green grass at our site enjoying the breeze, the birds and the sunshine.




 Gunnison KOA reminds me of our camping days with our children and grandchildren.  I can't deny there were lots of families enjoying the cool weather just like we were.  

Camp fire smoke filled the evening air, with lots of laughs as families gathered around fire pits roasting hot dogs and marshmallows...all sweet memories for me ! 

RV sites are arranged so that you and your neighbor are facing each other.  Not my favorite, but it turned out that most people set up their seating area in front/back of their RVs.  Joe and I were surprised at how we didn't feel cramped or like we had to "visit" with the neighbors.  Everyone was polite and respectful.  Lots of open space and shade.     



There is a large tent area in the center of the campground.  It was full the entire time we were there.  




 The grounds are well maintained. KOA Dave, owner, is visible and either on the mower or helping someone all day long.  The roads in the park are not paved, but they are sprayed with water several times during the day to keep dust from becoming a problem. 






 Now might be a good time to mention that the KOA is also home to several farm animals.  The animals are old, and well kept.  I shutter to think where they would be if not here.  Not to worry, we did not have to hold our nose while we enjoyed sitting out...not one time did we get a stinky smell.  
Norman's barn is next to the doggie park.  I laughed so hard at Sally the first time she heard him moo.  She stopped dead in her tracks and tilted her head this way and that way trying to figure it out.   In addition to Norman there is Bossie,  a donkey, a mule, shetland ponies, a hog and a billy goat...  all pets of KOA Dave and his family.  A totally great experience for all the kids visiting !

There are also other summer residents here. 

















All in all, the pros out weighed the cons for Joe and I.  We were happy and our pups were happy.  Would we stay here again ? You betcha !  

Until next time, let the good times roll !
Our excitement builds as we head into Gunnison on July 1, 2016


HAPPY TRAILS ! 

13 comments:

  1. Any of your post with birds in them is always high on my list. Great captures as always Gay. Thanks for the KOA review we will take a look at it when the time comes next year but I m not too crazy about RVs facing each other config.
    Hope Joe's results brings good news.

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    1. Not my preference either MonaLiza...but Gunnison is an exception. It turned out to be a great location.

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  2. Seems like a nice KOA, which, in my opinion is a rare, not being a fan of KOA parks. Not crazy about any park that "forces" you to share your outside space with others either. It's been our luck both times it's happened to have either a yapping dog or a loud radio across from us.

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    1. That's a bummer Gayle. We have been very lucky. I have found that the best KOAs are the ones where the owner/manager is on site and takes care of the park himself. We have actually stayed in some really nice KOA parks over the years.

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  3. Tuscon? Wow, seems a little early to be there... especially after Cool Colorado :)
    Box Canyon

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    1. Well...not our choice Mark. Joe has to be here every 6 months for a PET and a visit to the oncologist. Just a little side trip to. Are sure all is good !

      I sure miss Colorado!

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  4. Thanks, Gay, for such a great report on the KOA. It is hard to travel anywhere without families enjoying their summer vacation. So why not embrace their joy, as you did:) The COE park we are in is almost completely empty during the week. Then come Friday, someone flips a switch and the park comes to life with activity and a full house...definitely a weekend destination.

    So glad you included photos of the puppies:) I can just imagine Jack running around with his little orange ball...so darn cute. Good to see Sally hasn't changed at all...always the lady:) And Dover being adorable:)

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    1. The pups are not so happy here in Tucson. It's hot, the "treat lady" isn't here and there is no grass!

      There are not a lot of options for RV parks in Gunnison. We made the best of what we had. And we were very lucky to have nice neighbors! We even witnessed a couple being " thrown out" a few sites down from us. What a difference it makes when the owner is there everyday working!

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  5. Thanks for a great review. We haven't had to stay at a KOA so far, but when options are limited it's good to know where there are some that might be worth the price. Love the large grassy area behind the rigs - makes a big difference when you're sharing a front yard :-) The clan are adorable!

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    1. Thanks Jodee. The grassy area was nice and shady for sitting outside. The monthly rate at Gunnison made it about $21.00 a night including full hook up and taxes. It was a great bargain!

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  6. Nice that you have a nice area for you dogs to play in and are enjoying the area again. Keep cool.

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    1. Our pups sure miss Gunnison & so do we! George! It's blazing hot here in Tucson!

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  7. Always enjoy photos of the "Tan Gang". Hope you get to cooler weather soon!!!

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