Campground

Ocracoke Campground

Cape Hatteras National Seashore · OCRACOKE · North Carolina — managed by National Park Service

Ocracoke Campground campground
Photo: Recreation.gov · National Park Service

Weekend availability at Ocracoke Campground

Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 18, 7:43 AM PT
  • Fri, Sep 18
    Open
    46/130 sites
  • Fri, Sep 25
    Open
    61/130 sites
  • Fri, Oct 2
    Open
    60/130 sites
  • Fri, Oct 9
    Open
    42/130 sites
  • Fri, Oct 16
    Open
    54/130 sites
  • Fri, Oct 23
    Open
    68/130 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.

Campsites & amenities

Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.

Campsites
140
Max rig length
48 ft
Standard No Hookup

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.

Elevation
5 ft
Contact
252-928-6671

Activities

  • SWIMMING SITE
  • VISITOR CENTER
  • FISHING
  • CAMPING
  • BOATING

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