Doesn't anyone at least look at CG reviews before going to one you've you haven't been to before? Have been to 6 or 7 KOAs over the years and all were great except for one in OR. The one in Lynden WA was one of the nicest CGs we've ever been to anywhere. The one in Petaluma CA was also excellent. There are def. some terrible KOAs out there though.
Just about any CG open to the general public is subject to having problem kids, problem adults, problem dogs and all sorts of trash behavior. Then add poor management on top of that. A CG with tight side by side sides is susceptible to more problems too. It takes just one site with "undesirables" nearby to ruin a camping trip. Do some research in advance for best results...
Ever watch the Undercover Boss episode on KOA? Wow, what lovely CGs to stay at and such a dedicated and caring CEO! Watch the whole episode
here. Clearly the CEO has addressed all their issues, hahaha. The episode was more like an infomercial. Why didn't he visit the bad ones that really need improvement? :R
Best thing we've done is join a CG org. with CGs across the US. Rarely get anyone walking near our site. or other issues. Off-leash or barking dogs is more likely to be a problem, if there ever is one.