Cloverdale/Healdsberg KOA, Cloverdale, CA - August 31 - Sept. 4, 2023
This is probably the most interesting KOA we've ever been to. Closer to Cloverdale than it is to Healdsberg, the park is several miles back from the 101 freeway, perched about halfway up the mountainside, with vineyards and multimillion dollar estates surrounding the property. In the summer, summer bridge across the Russian River will shave off a few miles of your way into the park; otherwise, you'll need to go to Cloverdale and then drive about 7 miles on a two-lane road east of the Russian River to reach the park, the last mile and a half of which is a climb up to the final destination.
The park is quite large, comprising at least 15 acres. There is a main office, as you enter, with a pretty well stocked store. Supposedly, there is a cafe there, but we didn't see that. They have a propane refill station. They have a catch and release pond on the property that is very nice with a couple of docks and some adirondack chairs spread around the shore.
There are about 175 sites spread throughout the park, including:
- about 100 full rv hookups (both 30 and 50 amp)
- 15 rustic cabins
- 10 deluxe cabins, and,
- 50 tent sites
They have a:
Pool and spa
Game room with pool table, air hockey, and coin operated video games
Outdoor ping pong table
Gathering hall
Laundry mat
There are lots of beautiful mature oak trees and some pines throughout the park. The main roadways in the park are paved, with partially paved and gravel roads leading to many campsites.
There are a few areas along the roadways in the park where the trees are quite low hanging and impacted the top and sides of our motor home much more than we would have liked. Wish we'd have mentioned that to the park manager at the front office. They need to do a better job of keeping those trimmed. There were also lots of thorny burs on the ground and it was impossible to walk our dog along the main roads without him picking up at least 15 -30 burs every time. Not sure how to fix that.
The park staff we met were very helpful and accommodating. Nick in particular was very nice and gave us some pointers about the park and surrounding area. In addition to the amenities the park has to offer, there is plenty to do in Cloverdale, Healdsberg, and the surrounding areas. This is the Alexander Valley, one of the most renowned grape growing and wine making regions in the world. The KOA park makes for a great base camp to go out and enjoy all the area has to offer.
A few of the great places we visited when we were here:
- La Tequila Mexican Restaurant, Cloverdale
- Wolf House Brewing, Cloverdale
- J. Rickard Winery, Cloverdale ($20/person tasting fee waived with two bottle purchase)
- Icaria Winery, Cloverdale ($20/person tasting fee)
- Dot Winery tasting room, Healdsberg (check your KOA map/brochure for 2 for 1 tasting coupon - 2 can taste for $25, which is waived with a 3 bottle purchase)
- Quail and Covenant Bakery, Healdsberg
- Willi's Seafood and Raw Bar (definitely make a reservation for the patio in advance)
We paid about $500 for 4 nights at the KOA over Labor Day weekend. Prices are cheaper on weekdays.
Wish I could leave a 5-star review, but low hanging trees along roadways and burs in and around campsites preclude that outcome. Fix those and I'll revise my review. read more