Grid limitations are the reason given here. "Unfortunately we cannot allow Electric vehicles to charge on our campground, our grid cannot handle the draw that electric cars take." Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey in Grand Lake, Colorado is at least honest about the why, which is more than many campgrounds offer. The nearest DC fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away, with ChargePoint stations. Estes Park is also nearby, about 16 miles away, with ChargePoint and Tesla Supercharger stations. That 16-mile drive to Estes Park goes over Trail Ridge Road in summer, one of the most spectacular drives in the country, though it closes in winter and takes a real bite out of your battery on the way back up.
"Unfortunately we cannot allow Electric vehicles to charge on our campground, our grid cannot handle the draw that electric cars take."
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey does not allow EV charging on the property, so you'll need to arrive with enough range or charge nearby. The nearest DC fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away, with ChargePoint. That 16-mile drive to Estes Park goes over Trail Ridge Road in summer, one of the most spectacular drives in the country, though it closes in winter and takes a real bite out of your battery on the way back up.
Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey does not offer EV charging of any kind on the property. Your nearest options are public charging stations in the area. The nearest DC fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away, with ChargePoint. Beyond that, Estes Park is about 16 miles away with ChargePoint and Tesla Supercharger.
Since Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey doesn't allow EV charging, you'll want to know your nearest options. The nearest DC fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away, with ChargePoint. Beyond that, Estes Park is about 16 miles away with ChargePoint and Tesla Supercharger. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.
No. Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey does not allow EV charging, so it's not what you'd call EV-friendly. That doesn't mean you can't stay there with an EV. It just means you need to arrive charged and have a plan for your next charging stop. The nearest fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away. That 16-mile drive to Estes Park goes over Trail Ridge Road in summer, one of the most spectacular drives in the country, though it closes in winter and takes a real bite out of your battery on the way back up.
Since Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey doesn't permit EV charging, you'll need to charge before you arrive or find a nearby station. The nearest DC fast charging is in Grand Lake, about 2 miles away, with ChargePoint. Beyond that, Estes Park is about 16 miles away with ChargePoint and Tesla Supercharger. That 16-mile drive to Estes Park goes over Trail Ridge Road in summer, one of the most spectacular drives in the country, though it closes in winter and takes a real bite out of your battery on the way back up.
Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey hasn't published a specific reason for their no-charging policy. Most campgrounds that restrict EV charging do so because of electrical infrastructure limitations. An EV drawing 40+ amps for hours can strain a system designed for RVs cycling through air conditioning and appliances. Grid limitations are the reason given here.