Ocracoke Campground

NPS National Park Service · OCRACOKE, NC · Developed

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Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Max RV Length 48 ft

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Dry Camping
Access Paved Access
Style Potable Water Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites140
Sites Accepting RVs136
Overnight Sites140
Max RV Length48 ft
Back-In Sites135
SurfacePaved

Location

35.1227778, -75.9261111 · 4352 Irvin Garrish Hwy , OCRACOKE , NC 27960

Photos

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Description

Overview

Located in the famous Outer Banks area of the stunning North Carolina coast, this campground is perfect for a beach getaway trip.

Recreation

The seashore provides a place for active recreation or for quiet reflection. Campers can visit a lighthouse, look for seashells, go fishing and clamming or just sit back and enjoy the peace and beauty of the white sandy beaches.

More active recreational activities include swimming, kayaking and windsurfing.

Bird and wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime for campers. The seashore provides a home and habitat for creatures large and small, on land and in the water.

Facilities

Ocracoke Campground is only accessible by ferry or aircraft. Campsites are located on sandy soil, so campers are encouraged to bring extra-long tent stakes. Flush toilets, drinking water, cold showers, and grills are all provided for a more comfortable beach camping experience. The campground is conveniently located on the ocean side, separated from the beach by barrier dunes.

Natural Features

Ocracoke Campground sits on a barrier island along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The shore a recreational oasis for beach lovers. This ribbon of sand provides some of the most dazzling scenery that the Atlantic coast has to offer.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby Ocracoke Village offers restaurants, gift shops, grocery stores, a gas station, and tackle shop.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (252) 475-9054.

Directions

The campground is located off North Carolina Route 12, three miles east of Ocracoke Village and ten miles west of Hatteras inlet ferry terminal.

Activities

BOATING CAMPING FISHING SWIMMING SITE VISITOR CENTER

Details

FeeReservations only via recreation.gov Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: A service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
Phone252-928-6671
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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