The Austin/Albert Lea KOA Campground has been awarded the 2013 KOA president’s award by Kampgrounds of America, the world’s largest system of family-friendly campgrounds.

The award was presented Nov. 17 at KOA’s annual International Convention in Orlando, Fla. KOA is also celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2012.

The KOA president’s award is presented annually to campgrounds that receive high scores in customer service from their campers, and also receive top scores in KOA’s annual quality review.