Nearby Campgrounds
Overview
Dispersed camping along the ocean beach of this 20 mile long barrier island -- this is backcountry-style camping -- all camping is done directly on the ocean beach, there are no camp sites. This area is reached only by ferry. Both tent camping and vehicle camping is allowed. Vehicles -- 4x4 highly recommended -- must be able to drive on the soft sand of the beach and the sand trail behind the dunes known as the "back road". There are no hard surfaces on the island. Practice Leave No Trace principles.
Best Seasons
Location
Elevation
3 ft
Directions
Take a ferry from Davis, NC over to Great Island on South Core Banks. The barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore may only be reached by boat -- either your own boat or a ferry from the mainland.
Weather Notes
Located in Eastern North Carolina temperatures range from cool temperatures in the spring and late fall to the typical hot and humid summer temperatures. Fortunately the winds along the coast blow about 10-15 miles per hour on a routine basis which can keep the summer temperatures from becoming oppressive. Afternoon thunderstorms are also common during the summer, plan accordingly.
RV Information
Up to 54 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 54 ft
No Fee Camping
There is no fee charged for camping
Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
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Fri
75°F
13 to 20 mph SW
Sat
75°F
10 to 15 mph SW
Sun
68°F
12 to 18 mph NW
Mon
65°F
14 to 18 mph NE
Tue
70°F
5 to 13 mph SE
Wed
73°F
10 mph SW
Thu
72°F
8 to 12 mph N