{"id":13204,"date":"2024-03-28T09:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T16:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=13204"},"modified":"2025-04-29T09:11:17","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T16:11:17","slug":"outer-banks-campgrounds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/outer-banks-campgrounds\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to the Best Outer Banks Campgrounds"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From exploring its <strong>white, sandy beaches<\/strong> to eating at some of the <strong>best seafood restaurants on the East Coast<\/strong>, there&rsquo;s a lot to love about North Carolina&rsquo;s Outer Banks. Even better, several great RV parks and campgrounds make it the perfect destination for an RV trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you prefer to stay at a <strong>beachfront campground with views of the ocean<\/strong> <em>or further inland,<\/em> there are plenty of options.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>However, reserving your spot early is important because RV parks in the Outer Banks tend to fill up quickly.&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"the-best-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campgrounds\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Cape Hatteras National Seashore Campgrounds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Cape Hatteras National Seashore is <strong>one of the most-visited places in the Outer Banks<\/strong>&ndash;and for good reason. Home to some of the most serene beaches on the southern end of the Outer Banks, and you&rsquo;re sure to have a relaxing time at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cape-point-campground\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cape Point Campground<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location: <\/strong><em>Buxton, NC<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Per Week\/Per Month<\/strong>:<em>$20+ per night<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions<\/strong>: <em>None<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities: <\/strong><em>Dump station, potable water, flush toilets, picnic tables and fire rings<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions:<\/strong><em> Cape Hatteras National Seashore, excellent fishing and surfing, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re traveling with a larger RV<em>, and don&rsquo;t like the idea of getting stuck on a sandy beach (but still want to stay inside Cape Hatteras National Seashore)&ndash;<\/em>Camp Point Campground is for you. It is the <strong>biggest campground inside Cape Hatteras<\/strong> and is the <strong>only camping area with paved sites and no RV-size restrictions.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>However, as with all other campgrounds inside Cape Hatteras,<\/em> there are <strong>no electricity, water, or sewer hookups at any of the sites.<\/strong> Instead, there are communal water spigots, shower houses, and a dump station.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"frisco-campground\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frisco Campground<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: <em>Frisco, NC<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Week\/Month:<\/strong><em> $28+ per night<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions:<\/strong> <em>Vary by site<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities:<\/strong> <em>Pet-friendly, standing grills, shaded sites, shower houses, hiking, biking, and ATV trails<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions: <\/strong><em>Cape Hatteras Lighthouse<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a true beach camping experience, Frisco Campground offers it in spades. This beachfront campground consists of <strong>sandy dunes, dense vegetation, and ocean views<\/strong>. As with Cape Point Campground, there are <strong><em>no electrical, sewer, or water hookups at Frisco Campground.&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, there are shower houses, communal water spigots, and <strong>more than 100 tent and RV sites to choose from.<\/strong> And, with the ocean at your front door, electricity and sewer hookups won&rsquo;t even come to mind!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. 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Located in Nags Head, Oregon, Inlet Campground is <strong>one of the only Cape Hatteras campgrounds offering electrical and water hookups <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-setup-checklist\/\"><strong>at each site<\/strong><\/a>. <em>You&rsquo;ll still need to use the dump station when you leave, but the campground also has some of the cleanest bathrooms and shower houses of any National Park Service-managed campground.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"the-best-family-owned-outer-banks-campgrounds-our-top-2-picks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best <strong>Family-Owned Outer Banks Campgrounds<\/strong>: Our Top 2 Picks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because of how commercialized the Outer Banks has become, most of the campgrounds in the area are owned by larger chains or companies. However, <strong>if you want a more family-friendly feel and to support local businesses,<\/strong> there are still a few great family-owned campgrounds to choose from, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"jernimans-campground\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jerniman&rsquo;s Campground<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: <em>Ocracoke, NC&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Week\/Month:<\/strong> <em>$90-$100 per night \/ $45 per night for tent sites<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions:<\/strong> <em>None&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities:<\/strong> <em>Hart&rsquo;s Hotdog Hut, Golf cart rentals, full hookup options, laundry facilities&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions: <\/strong><em>Ocracoke Lifeguard Beach, Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer&rsquo;s Point Preserve&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The campground is located on the island of Ocracoke and is <strong>only accessible by ferry<\/strong>. When you reserve your campsite, you&rsquo;ll be able to purchase ferry tickets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&rsquo;re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-level-a-camper\/\">settled in at your site<\/a>, there&rsquo;s plenty to explore, do, and see on this tourist-friendly island. Ocracoke offers a wide range of eating and dining options as well as <strong>16 miles of undeveloped beach<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the campground is a little pricy, it&rsquo;s a stay you&rsquo;ll never forget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"north-beach-campground\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">North Beach Campground<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: <em>Rodanthe, NC<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Week\/Month:<\/strong><em> $50 &ndash; $65 per night\/contact for seasonal rates<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions:<\/strong> <em>None<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities: <\/strong><em>Gas station nearby, camp store on-site, fishing gear for purchase, laundry facilities, swimming pool, dump station, full hookup sites&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions: <\/strong><em>Wright Brother&rsquo;s Memorial, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Chicamacomico Historical Life-Saving Station<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/northbeachcampground.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/gallery_fullsize\/public\/business\/gallery\/20190526_125615.jpg?itok=0H112ao1\" ><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Courtesy of North Beach Campground<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Staying at North Beach Campground is a vacation unto itself. They have everything you need on-site, including <strong>gas, groceries, a general store, a food truck, and more. <\/strong>As a premier beachfront campground in the Outer Banks, you&rsquo;ll also have <strong>beach access for swimming, fishing, surfing, and more.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-rv-storage-parking\">Save up to $1,200\/year on RV storage &amp; parking<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"best-waterfront-camping-on-the-outer-banks-our-top-2-picks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best <strong>Waterfront Camping on the Outer Banks<\/strong>: Our Top 2 Picks <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to get the true Outer Banks North Carolina camping experience, consider camping at a waterfront campground. There&rsquo;s nothing like falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the ocean waves&mdash;just feet away from where you&rsquo;re lying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of the <strong>best Outer Banks campgrounds offering waterfront camping<\/strong> setups.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"camp-hatteras-rv-resort-and-campground\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Camp Hatteras RV Resort and Campground&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/LFAYsP6e1XeB70pSeEA2FaAmi5FJ7ixn_OQMk4767RGMNfwYpDAlnFNN6yWHOvLbSIGxqvb5T7MLvkVwl4Gf6N-rGUIeEON_lCpYSoONnVoYRcvHHQqvdl-7WcWQMHm6CuvGMDl_toTEaND81ADGnpQ\" ><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Courtesy of Camp Hatteras<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> <em>Rodanthe, NC<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Week\/Month:<\/strong> <em>$45 &ndash; $180 depending on site and season<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions:<\/strong> <em>None<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities: <\/strong><em>Multiple swimming pools and hot tub, laundry, wifi, camp store, mini-golf, tennis and pickleball courts, dog park<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions: <\/strong><em>Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Hatteras National Seashore<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Camp Hatteras RV Resort and Campground is the place to book if you want to stay at the <strong>most luxurious Outer Banks campground<\/strong>. Multiple swimming pools, shower houses, full-service laundry facilities, and paved beachfront sites are just a few of the amenities offered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to more than <strong>100 premium RV and tent sites<\/strong>, there are also<strong> lodges and cabins <\/strong>where you can stay. While there&rsquo;s plenty to do at the campground itself, you&rsquo;re also <strong>close to the Avon Fishing Pier, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Pea Island,<\/strong> and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cape-hatteras-koa-resort\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cape Hatteras KOA Resort<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location: <\/strong><em>Rodanthe, NC&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Per Night\/Week\/Month:<\/strong> <em>$100+ \/ contact for extended stay pricing&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RV Size Restrictions:<\/strong> <em>None<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Amenities:<\/strong> <em>Swimming pool, dog park, pirate ship playground, golf cart rentals, hot tub, wifi<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearby Attractions: <\/strong><em>Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Cape Hatteras KOA Resort is another<strong> luxurious option <\/strong>if you don&rsquo;t feel like roughing it on the beach without water or electricity. This KOA Resort offers<strong> beach access, a dog park, and a number of biking and hiking trails near the campground.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sites at the Cape Hatteras KOA Resort are also<strong> more spacious and spread out than at most of the other campgrounds in the area.<\/strong> There are even cabins and tent sites, <em>depending on how you plan to stay!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan on traveling to the Outer Banks via your RV, <strong>you&rsquo;ll need somewhere safe to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/where-can-i-park-my-rv-long-term\/\">store <\/a>your RV once your trip is over.<\/strong> That way, it&rsquo;ll be ready for your next trip. Unfortunately, storing it outside on your driveway or RV pad leaves it exposed to the elements and potential damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you don&rsquo;t have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-shelter-ideas\/\">covered storage<\/a> on your property, consider using Neighbor, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\">peer-to-peer RV storage marketplace<\/a><\/strong>. Neighbor offers safe, affordable, and covered RV storage options that are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search\">close to home<\/a> so you can drop in and check on your rig whenever necessary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-you-park-an-rv-at-the-outer-banks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Park an RV at the Outer Banks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are plenty of places where you can camp or park your RV on the Outer Banks. Generally speaking, however, <strong>RV parking and camping are only allowed at designated campgrounds.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-you-sleep-on-the-beach-in-the-outer-banks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Sleep on the Beach in the Outer Banks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately,<strong> sleeping on the beach outside of a designated campground is frowned upon<\/strong> in the Outer Banks. 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