We've been on the road for 3 weeks and have found the KOA's we have stayed in were well worth their money. We weren't forced to stay here. The nicest one we have found yet is the KOA in Bernalillo, NM. We will stay here from now on when we are in the area. It's too bad people are always bad mouthing KOA. If it too much for you, don't stay there. We have stayed in plenty of rv parks that were cheaper and you could tell why. It's a matter of choice. That is what is so great about rving. :)