Had no place to park motor home overnight that would allow me to run generator or plug-in. I have…read moremedical equipment that needs power 24/7 and no power also means no A/C. NO accommodations for RVs passing through without reservations made months in advance. The park ranger lied that I was asked to vacate a parking lot at the airport that was marked 24 hour parking. Was given $155 ticket for parking overnight. A beautiful area, to bad the rangers aren't more accommodating.

Nice national park site. Beach area is clean and easily accessible. Camping is no frills but gets…read morejob done. Entry visitor center closed because of fire. Nice junior ranger program. Not a destination but worth a stop in area.

My wife and I love this campground We have been going there…read morefor about 5 years the park is very clean and sites are pretty level making it easy to set up your camper.

Stayed here for a weekend to get away for a bit. All the staff we encountered were very nice and…read morehelpful with any questions we had. They also have a spot where you can pick up and drop off your keys to the cabins if you are coming amd going before or after their open hours. We stayed in one of the one bedroom cabins. It came with two beds with a mat on top but they do tell you to bring your own linens,which we did. The cabins only have ac not heat, which is one of the only few things I think they should upgrade to have a unit that does both as we stayed during Halloween weekend and the digits where in the 40's at night. Just enough to take the chill out of the air inside. But we brought plenty of blankets so we were pretty cozy but definitely didnt want to leave the warmth in the morning lol. I also think the grills need to be updated to something you can close not the tiny open faced ones they have. Even after scrubbing it down, our food tasted funny after cooking on it due to all the grime that had built up from being uncovered in all sorts of weather. Easy walk to the water and have a tavern and deli within walking distance close by as well with good food. Was a great place to sit outside and read a book and just relax, no blaring horns or city noise.

While in Rodanthe, NC my family rented two double kayaks and had a blast paddling around the sound…read more This is an excellent adventure to take with kids. The sound is 1' to 3' deep so tip overs (if they were to happen) are not going to happen in deep waters. The kayaks are light - my wife nor I had any issues being the main paddler - we each had a kid in helping. We saw some fish, pelicans, and many sea gulls during our two hour rental. We dropped anchor (me holding onto the kayak) and got out and walked / played in the water midway as well. See my pics, this was a great time in the calm sound side waters. They close at 5pm most days so plan accordingly.

Nice owner and chilled worker, peaceful campsite by the sound. Good and roomy outdoor showers…read more(indoor showers are eh). Rental rate for wave runner is slightly discounted if staying on camp site ($55 for half hour jet ski but can't go too far north/south of the sound) Stayed at camp site #7 which has a view of the sound. Strong wind coming in from ocean side so make sure you have something solid to prevent the tent from blowing in (I used coolers).

They had great activities and the cottages were very nice. Bathrooms were clean and the poolside…read morecafe was outstanding! Their burritos were excellent. Very nice place to stay! Staff is very friendly!

First time down to the OBX with our camper. Overall, the KOA was nice and clean right on the beach…read moreand big pool. Some downsides were the sites are super close and there's no shade . Also the beach flies swarm when you try to eat outside . However that's just the downsides of beach camping. Our site was steps away from the beach which was super convenient. Would stay here again

Ticks,ticks and more ticks. Campground is nice! Ticks were not! Wear plenty of bug repellent. Leave…read moreyour animals at home. Ticks were all over us. Beware!

There are 3 campgrounds on the National Seashore and this one is definitely the best. You've got to…read moredrive almost to the end of NC 12 but it's well worth it. The campground has rolling hills or hammocks with small but fairly private campsites. There are no hookups and only cold showers but the views from the hills are gorgeous.

I made my reservation about two weeks ahead of time, finding a good number of spots available. It's…read moreworth noting that none of the spaces actually face the ocean or the inlet - there are trees between the campground and the highway on one side and there are 15 foot tall dunes on the other. So really, just pick any space that isn't next to the dumpster. Some folks had their cars parked and were in tents so that may be an option for you. I arrived before dark and had no problem finding my designated space that had a marker indicating my name and my dates of check in and out. After parking, I heated up dinner at my designated picnic table, enjoyed a discreet beer and then climbed the dune (on a designated path!) to watch the ocean waves for a bit. It's beautiful and there was so much room that I had a half mile of sandy beach to myself. Absolutely stunning. There are no lifeguards so be careful if you decide to swim. I did not. A quick shower in the shower cabin (cold water only!) and I locked up for the night. It was quiet and peaceful. In the morning, I was up just before Sunrise and on my way north for the ferry terminal to Hatteras. The campground has a dump station that is free if you're staying here. Other than the showers and some bathrooms, there isn't much else here. [Review 782 of 2025 - 4214 in North Carolina - 24342 overall]

My husband and I stayed at this National Park Service campground in mid-March, 2025…read more Pros. *a beautiful and peaceful location, with easy beach access just over the sand dunes. *sites were sufficiently spread out, especially in March when there are fewer campers. *easy access to main road or the dedicated bike trail along road that takes you into town of Ocracoke. *reasonable price. $28, less 50% for holders of NPS Senior Pass, so $14. *clean and heated restroom. Cons. *All sites are standard, non-electric. *showers would open only on April 1st. *watch out for sand spurs. At a minimum, they're irritating but they can also hurt! We would stay here again if in the area.

This is a beautiful little RV camp with 15 slots on a saltwater "pond" that is connecting to the…read moreAtlantic by a shallow canal. Those 15 sites are just feet away from that water and have idyllic views. There is a boardwalk that runs out toward the ocean and along the "pond". There is catch and release fishing. This is a simple place in a great location. Just down the road is the marina where you can charter a fishing expedition or have a great seafood dinner. Look up their site for details. I definitely enjoyed the place.

Beautiful campground ground. Peace and quiet with a view. Kathy is super nice and runs a great…read morecampground. Beautiful walking areas, places to fish and crab. Bathouse is clean. Full hookups for each site.

his is a family favorite of ours. We have been several years and enjoy it every time. It is family…read morefriendly, clean, well priced and has great camper spots. This is centrally located in Hatteras and quick access to all the Hatteras favorites. I will also say, this campground is a family owned campground, it's not a "resort" and some of the reviews I've read sound like people expecting a whole lot more than they should. There are rules and expectations, obviously people should follow them even if they don't agree with them.

Just to start, very difficult to maneuver your camper in many areas, looks more to be about how…read moremuch we can pack in with no thought of the folks vacationing. From the major road repair needed to keep from hitting 10in. Deep or holes in and out of the drive , to the most unattractive scenery(see pictures) . Tiny houses in the middle of camping sites , To overgrowth of weeds and grass around the camp site. Thanks for showing us which camp site not to do again. We left early and move to another campground down the road , just cause it was just that bad. This is your sign to look elsewhere . Truly not what we were expecting.

Friendly ,clean. Great neighbors. Best camp ever. Stayed 3…read moreseasons I spring and fall

This campground is in a great location! Close to shops and restaurants but still down the road to…read moremake it a quiet spot. Our site #5 had nice shade from trees and was close to the bathhouse. We liked the outdoor showers but they could use a few new wood boards. The sites are a little close to one another but our camper is small so we didn't have issues. It could be trickier with large campers. The owner was friendly and was very understanding when we didn't have enough cash. Make a note: they only take cash or check! There's an ATM at the bank and variety store. Also, they start taking reservations in March and you have to call ahead! Not sure how fast they fill up. They also don't allow fires because of the city ordinances. Ocracoke was such a fun trip and this campground was a perfect place to stay with our camper!

Quiet family owned RV park in the outer banks has older, tighter spots but it's hard to complain…read moreonce you're setup and enjoying yourself! Pros: Very short walk to the beach - no roads to cross Friendly owners Weekly bingo night - kids were welcome Cheap laundry! Reasonable rates (for the outer banks at least) Friendly regulars Less windy that nearby places due to dunes/trees Ghost crabs and bioluminescent plankton in the sand (on dark nights) Lots to do within a 90min drive north or south Dogs, dogs everywhere Cons: Short spaces / 90 degree back-ins (especially for larger rigs) - you will likely have to ask neighbors to move vehicles (but they were willing to do so) Limited parking for tow vehicles/extra vehicles No fires allowed (even propane fire pits!) - but you can have a fire on the beach Our site had some standing water after a rainy night, but was otherwise mostly dry. Other sites had it worse. Can't pick your site -- they assign it upon arrival Limited amenities (small pool, small playground) but the setting is what you're here for, so ‍ Sand all over everything (but that's beach life) 20-40 min to a grocery store that is not Dollar General or an expensive convenience store Overall we enjoyed our time here. If we came back we might choose a different place due to our rig size, but after reading other reviews and having serious anxiety, it was not as bad as some made it out to be.

No other campground can beat Ocean Waves Campground for value for money. The sites are clean and…read moreeasy to access. The restrooms are spotless and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Why go anywhere else on Hatteras when you can come here and spend less and be right on the water! I will recommend this campground to all of my friends and family!