Weekend availability at Ocracoke Campground
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Nov 5, 10:25 PM PT- Fri, Nov 6Open90/130 sites
- Fri, Nov 13Open109/130 sites
- Fri, Nov 20Open108/130 sites
- Fri, Nov 27Open110/130 sites
- Fri, Dec 4Open128/130 sites
- Fri, Dec 11Open128/130 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
How booked is Ocracoke Campground?
as of November 6Sites are open right now — we found space out to Jan 2027. That changes fast at a campground. We check Ocracoke Campground around the clock, so the moment your dates fill up and a cancellation reopens them, you'll be first to know. Weekdays still have room — for now.
Weekends (Saturday night)
Weekdays (Wednesday night)
Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 140
- Max rig length
- 48 ft
About this campground
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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (252) 475-9054. Nearby Attractions Nearby Ocracoke Village offers restaurants, gift shops, grocery stores, a gas station, and tackle shop. Charges & Cancellations Reservations 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.
Getting there
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
- SWIMMING SITE
- VISITOR CENTER
- FISHING
- CAMPING
- BOATING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Ocracoke Island Discovery CenterCape Hatteras National Seashore3 mi
- Cape Point CampgroundCape Hatteras National Seashore8 mi
- Portsmouth Visitor CenterCape Lookout National Seashore9 mi
- Frisco CampgroundCape Hatteras National Seashore20 mi
- Long Point Cabin CampCape Lookout National Seashore24 mi
- Museum of the SeaCape Hatteras National Seashore24 mi
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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office or on Recreation.gov before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.