A stop along Interstate 90 in southern Minnesota, the Albert Lea-Austin KOA operates seasonally from April 15 through October 15 and accommodates RVs up to 65 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer. Pull-through sites make entry and exit straightforward, which reviewers consistently note as a practical advantage for travelers moving between destinations. The campground sits close to the highway, and that proximity is a real trade-off: road noise is present throughout the day and into the evening, something at least one camper found incompatible with a backcountry feel.
Cleanliness stands out across multiple reviews. Showers run at a consistent temperature with strong water pressure, and staff collect bagged garbage directly from sites. The pool may be closed depending on the time of season, so it is worth confirming availability before arrival. Staff have also proactively contacted guests about nearby construction and offered alternate routing, which speaks to the attentiveness of the operation. As Melissa C. puts it, the campground has "easy pull through sites and lots of charm."
Amenities include drinking water, showers, toilets, a dump station, WiFi, and pet-friendly policies. Reservations are available, which matters during peak summer travel. Campers who want to explore the wider area can browse camping spots outside Hayward for a fuller picture of what the region provides. Those looking for a state park setting rather than a roadside stop might consider Myre State Park Campgrounds a few miles to the west.
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Map & DirectionsKOA Kampgrounds of America is located in Minnesota near Hayward
Coordinates
43.66410095 N
93.18410082 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/18/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/18/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/18/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/18/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 42 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 1 min from Mankato, MN
- 1 hr 23 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 54 min from Waterloo, IA










