Does Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday Allow EV Charging?
Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Oak Grove, Missouri.
Park Information
Current EV Charging Policy
EV Charging Not Allowed
KOA's corporate electrical policy means no EV charging at Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday. The pedestals were not built for continuous EV loads, and that applies chain-wide. The nearest DC fast charging is in Blue Springs, about 13 miles away, with Blink and IONNA stations. Independence is another option at roughly 17 miles, with Electrify America and Tesla Supercharger. Sitting on the eastern fringe of the KC metro, you are not far from plenty of charging options.
Our current electrical pedestals were originally designed for non-continuous loads typical of today's RV usage, and therefore simply cannot support EV charging. (KOA corporate policy)
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday 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 Blue Springs, about 13 miles away, with Blink and IONNA. Sitting on the eastern fringe of the KC metro, you are not far from plenty of charging options.
Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday 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 Blue Springs, about 13 miles away, with Blink and IONNA. Beyond that, Independence is about 17 miles away with Electrify America and Tesla Supercharger.
Since Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday doesn't allow EV charging, you'll want to know your nearest options. The nearest DC fast charging is in Blue Springs, about 13 miles away, with Blink and IONNA. Beyond that, Independence is about 17 miles away with Electrify America 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. Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday 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 Blue Springs, about 13 miles away. Sitting on the eastern fringe of the KC metro, you are not far from plenty of charging options.
Since Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday 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 Blue Springs, about 13 miles away, with Blink and IONNA. Beyond that, Independence is about 17 miles away with Electrify America and Tesla Supercharger. Sitting on the eastern fringe of the KC metro, you are not far from plenty of charging options.
Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday 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. KOA's corporate electrical policy means no EV charging at Kansas City East / Oak Grove KOA Holiday.