Kampgrounds of America Inc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Campgrounds
Number of Locations: 442
Total Investment: $0K
Founded: 1961
Began Franchising: 1963
Private Owned
About Kampgrounds of America Inc.
Dave Drum started Kampgrounds of America in 1961. He and other Billings, Montana, businessmen set up camping facilities off highways 87 and 212 in 1962, when the World's Fair in Seattle was attracting tourists along those routes. As he started franchising that year, Drum opened a system of campgrounds along America's highways. He was forced to use a "k" in "kampgrounds" instead of a "c" because of a copyright challenge.KOA campgrounds offer hot showers, clean restrooms, laundry facilities, convenience stores, swimming pools and playgrounds. Eight of every 10 KOA campgrounds is within 100 miles of a metropolitan area, and some offer economical lodging for tourist destinations.
The parent company, KOA Holdings, also owns Franchise Services, whose subsidiaries include franchise companies Sir Speedy, PIP Printing and Comprehensive Business Services.
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2008 | 384 | 32 | 0 | 26 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the U.S.,Australia/New Zealand, Canada.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Franchise Fee: $7,500 - $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Liquid Cash Available: $200,000
Operations
1% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed..How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 1 week. At franchisee's location: varies. Conventions
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Other marketing support: Directory, website
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