Sallisaw / Fort Smith West KOA

I’m not even sure where to begin with how impressed we were with this KOA. Between Dawn and Kevin the owners and Zachary one if their staff members, we had the best RV park experience to date all for only $ 31.50.
Although the park is by no means fancy, the grounds were not only well maintained, but the facilities (bath/​shower and laundry) were immaculate inside as well. The bathrooms and laundry (open 24hrs) were modern and fully operational. The dog walk area and fenced in dog park were both exceptional as well. The grass was cut low and critter free. Which was a huge plus given the country environment and being tucked away in such lush trees. Although Traveling with a big dog can sometimes be tricky, it was anything but tough here. Other pet owners we’re also very friendly and all dogs were on leashes as well which is also always nice.
Considering I like details on Unilocal,I’d like to share a few of the specifics regarding why staying at this KOA was such a great experience:
For starters, the park was PLUM full and drawing a lot of energy with so many RV’s on day with a heat index of 108 degrees. Seriously they were so full that when we arrived to see they space they assigned us (their last space able to accommodate our size trailer which was a back-​in with full hook-​ups, that I was convinced we’d never fit. Thankfully Zachary who guided us in assured us that he would do his best to help us safely get parked. Needless to say, he did just that all the while with the most professional and best attitude. He not only helped my husband navigate into the space but went OVER and beyond by helping to remove tree branches that may have potentially scratched or damaged our trailer. I was blown away at this point, but the kindness continued.
While in the store a few minutes later, I overheard the owners offer their last two small spaces to an older couple so they didn’t have to continue driving after a horrific day of travel. Being sold and an incredibly happy camper at this point, I never imagined they’d be able to make our stay anymore pleasant… but they most certainly did.
After being there for a few hours our circuit breaker began popping on and off. Again the park was well at capacity and it was beyond hot and humid out so I can’t even imagine how off the charts the demand for elec was. Regardless, After letting them know and being concerned with needing to find another park due to needing AC without generators, Kevin and Zachary immediately came over to replace the entire panel. They not only stayed to fix it until after the office closed… but again in temps with a heat index of 108 humid degrees! All the while with the biggest smiles and the best attitudes.
Rather than continue to go on and on about how great our stay was and all of the fantastically friendly folks we met in the one night we stayed, I’ll leave with saying if you’re traveling through this area, or just want to get out of town to stay somewhere clean, safe, quiet and peaceful, this would be #1 on my list of recommendations.

When I booked a camping cabin with bathroom, the photos were of a deluxe cabin. Key word: CABIN. When I checked in, I was given a loft above the office, two flights of stairs. It was a hotel suite. Seriously? How is this camping? It’s nothing like any of the other cabins that I’ve rented at ANY KOA. They say linens are provided but I had to go down and ask for towels and was told they weren’t included. No paper towels, napkins, coffee, nothing. I paid $ 125 a nite for this place. I stayed months ago at a deluxe cabin in Arlington, TX. It was like a 5 star hotel with towels, coffee, soap, hair dryer, etc. Honestly? This place in Sallisaw is a dump compared to that and I only paid $ 88 a night in Arlington. $ 125! Wow. Never again. I only stayed here because it was pouring rain and we were exhausted. I would be ashamed to rent this place out. Truly disappointed. Maybe the camp sites are better but do not rent the camping cabins unless you have to.

This is a WONDERFUL camp ground! The family that owns it live on site very nice people, super friendly and accommodating.
We love all the trees and grassy sites. Cable, and wifi. Don’t believe the bad review not sure what she is talking about, this is a great place I highly recommend it clean, pool was nice they have a cute pond and trails all around. They also have adorable little cabins that face the pond very picturesque. It
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Please do not believe the earlier review. I almost didn’t stay here because of it but I am here now. This place is FABULOUS!!! Lots of trees, pull thru sites on gravel but grass for your chairs etc. Nice picnic tables at each site, huge beautiful playground and well kept. The grounds are immaculate and well groomed. Nice pool with furniture. Laundry room with 4 washers and 3 dryers. Owners are great. Don’t understand the other review at all, will stay here again and again.

Worst KOA/​RV park ever! I’ve been living in my RV for over two years, traveling and living it up. I would spend the night in the Walmart parking lot with no A/​C in the middle of summer rather than spend a single night at this KOA. Poor management with zero customer service skills. Grassy sites without amenities like pads or picnic tables, over-​priced and crappy bath houses. We paid for a month in advance but left after less than 2 weeks. Seriously, go 5 miles South on highway 59 to Miss Belinda’s RV park on the East side of the road. Can’t remember the name of the place but had a wonderful stay, it was cheaper, superior in all ways, made great new friends and have nothing but fond memories of the two whole months we stayed. Will definitely stay there again if in the area.