Campsite for booking · Buxton

Ocracoke Campground

via Recreation.gov Ocracoke, NC, Buxton, North Carolina, United States
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Overview

Pitches
135
Pitch types
motorhome, tent
Season
Not stated: check on Recreation.gov
Check-in / out
15:00 / 12:00

Facilities

  • Dogs allowedListed by Recreation.gov
  • Hardstanding pitchesListed by Recreation.gov
  • Wheelchair accessibleListed by Recreation.gov

Policies

PetsYes
SmokingNot stated: check on Recreation.gov
Instant bookingNot stated: check on Recreation.gov
CancellationNot stated: check on Recreation.gov

About this campsite

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.

Fees: 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.

Managed by a US federal agency. Data source: ridb.recreation.gov.

Description supplied by Recreation.gov.

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Where you can stay nearby

Campsites, aires and parking within 30 km, from OpenStreetMap.

  1. National Park Service Ocracoke Campground
    Campground · Buxton, North Carolina · PaidWaterShowers    700 m
  2. Jerniman's Campground
    Campground · Buxton, North CarolinaWastePower    4.7 km
  3. Teeter's Campground
    Campground · Buxton, North CarolinaPowerToiletsShowers    5.0 km
  4. Hatteras Sands Camping Resort
    Campground · Buxton, North Carolina · PaidWaterPower    23 km

Nearest dump station and water

  1. Dump Station
    RV dump station · Buxton, North CarolinaWaste    340 m
Pick-up10 kmPlot of OpenStreetMap data
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