North Jax/St.Marys KOA Holiday
🎙️ Podcast Episode Recap — Episode 86
In Episode 86 of the Get In Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with Baron from the Jacksonville North St. Marys KOA Holiday to spotlight one of Camden County’s most unique and family-friendly destinations.
The episode opens with a moment that perfectly sets the tone—introducing Sprinkles, the campground’s beloved feral bunny who famously shows up each morning for free breakfast biscuits and has become a bit of a legend among guests (and online reviews). From there, Baron shares how his family purchased the campground in 2021 and began transforming it into far more than a traditional place to park an RV.
Listeners learn that this KOA Holiday offers an impressive lineup of amenities, including mini golf, a pool with a slide, disc golf, volleyball, dog-friendly spaces, playgrounds, shaded walking paths, cabins, tent sites, RV sites, and even a creative shipping-container cabin. Allison highlights how many locals don’t realize they can enjoy a true “getaway” experience without ever leaving Camden County.
Baron also emphasizes what truly sets their campground apart: customer service. Every phone call is answered by a real person who knows the campground inside and out, supported by a long-standing maintenance team, a dedicated housekeeping staff, and an on-site manager who ensures every guest feels welcomed. The campground also integrates local flavor through its on-site restaurant and bar—open to the public—featuring pizza, wings, sandwiches, local beers, and wine from nearby vineyards.
The conversation turns to the future of camping, blending the simplicity of the outdoors with modern comforts like high-speed Wi-Fi, patios, fenced dog sites, and family-friendly conveniences. Baron shares how traveling across the U.S. in a 13-foot camper before getting married helped shape his vision of what a great campground experience should feel like—less stress, more memories.
Rapid-fire questions wrap up the episode with talk of sunset campfires, Georgia heat, cicadas, and unforgettable camping memories, before Allison encourages listeners to check out the KOA, conveniently located right off I-95 at Exit 1.
Overall, Episode 86 is a warm, fun, and insightful look at a locally owned business that combines nature, comfort, hospitality, and a whole lot of heart.
🔑 Key Highlights
🐰 Sprinkles the Bunny – The campground’s unofficial mascot and breakfast regular
🏕️ Not Your Typical Campground – Mini golf, pool with slide, disc golf, volleyball, and more
🛖 Unique Accommodations – Cabins, RV and tent sites, plus a shipping-container cabin
📶 Comfort + Nature – High-speed Wi-Fi, patios, and shaded wooded areas
🍕 On-Site Restaurant & Bar – Open to the public with local beer and wine
👥 Exceptional Customer Service – Real people, real answers, every time
🚐 Big-Rig Friendly – Sites up to 80 feet long, right off I-95
🌲 Family-Owned & Operated – Built on real camping experience and community values
🌅 A True Getaway Close to Home – Feels far away, but right here in Camden County
📣 Call-to-Action Links
🔗 Book a Stay or Explore Amenities
👉 https://koa.com/campgrounds/jacksonville-north-st-marys/
📍 Get Directions (I-95, Exit 1)
👉 https://maps.google.com/?q=Jacksonville+North+St+Marys+KOA+Holiday
🍽️ Visit the On-Site Restaurant (Open to the Public)
👉 https://koa.com/campgrounds/jacksonville-north-st-marys/
🎧 Listen to Episode 86
👉 https://camdenchamber.com/north-jaxstmarys-koa-holiday
🏛️ Learn More About the Camden County Chamber
👉 https://camdenchamber.com
