Absolutely the best trip in many years to this campground. If I was going to note everything no one…read morewould read this but there are several areas I want to touch on. First - the people. This staff was the best we have seen in years and I will account for it being the best since I have been an adult coming here. It was good seeing old faces like Aaron and Cowboy (and Cowboy's wife who is among the nicest people you could ever meet) again. Russ as GM (and his "get it done" attitude wife Betsy) and Ashley as AGM has done a great job getting this place back in order with bathhouses being very well attended and probably the cleanest I have ever seen them. There wasn't a day that we didn't see folks out making this place be in as nice and clean as possible. Now let's call this section 1.2 that I'm going to dedicate to the Summershiners (the folks who worked with the kids and specifically ran the activities). This is the most I have ever seen since coming here as an adult. David, Jason, Daniel, and Cori were just the next level of amazing. Their interaction was what makes family memories and this being the place we have our summer family vacation worth it. Forget friendly, they made you feel like family. I tend to make friends with other campers but these guys brought back what made the KOA special for me as a kid only this time it was my son who has the memories to go along with it. Whether it is making glass lamps, the fun/glow train, pie in the face, ice cream/cotton candy socials or really anything activity-wise, these are the type of people you want representing you as a company. I really hope to see them again in future visits but know they will be amazing assets to wherever they end up (and I would like to reiterate if anyone in management is reading this - bring them back!). Facilities - last year had me a bit concerned, I won't lie. This year the dog park was I swear double the size, the pool was clean and ready for use, and again, the bathhouses (what I believe has to be the worst part of working a campground) were clean and well maintained. Laundry rooms were reasonable in cost and machines were working! I shouldn't sound so excited about that but to anyone who goes to campgrounds, you know that is a rarity. Now to the campsite itself. The only thing we are missing in the site we get is the small pavilion to keep the sun off. The grounds were well kept, easy to level to, and everything I needed to hookup with was easily accessible. Hands down my easiest setup of the year. Beach access was accommodating with all clean off areas functioning perfectly fine. Pet wash was very easy to use at the middle bathhouse and thank goodness with how our mutt ran through the sand and water. Bottom line- I whole hearted recommend this place to anyone wanting to get away. Yes we camp/glamp but they have more than that for those wanting to get away. All look well maintained. It's great seeing this place returned to what it once was and not to knock my childhood memories, probably a bit better.

What an awesome and wonderful campground. We had a great vacation here at the Camp Hatteras KOA…read more The grounds are cleaned and maintained on a daily basis by workers 24hrs a day. The amenities were way above par. Huge pool with hot tub. Tiki bar. On site restaurant (Shielas). I love this place for the simple things. Super dog friendly, everyone waves and says hi, and fun activities all day long. The furthest campsite from the beach is only about a 4 minute walk. I would suggest this campground to anyone visiting OBX. It's clean, friendly and the best KOA I've ever been to.

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).

we stayed for 3 nights easter weekend in April site 39. with…read more36 ' RV. easy to access , very affordable. the grounds are very clean , check in was easy and pleasant. the campground is quietest one ive been in. super friendly people. close to main road. highly recommended.

This campground is so very nice. We arrived on the 16th and after we unhooked we tried to go…read moreexploring. Unfortunately the transmission had gone in our car and we couldn't make it anywhere. Sarah and Marlow (hopefully I spelled it right) were so accommodating and helpful. They worked with us and extended our stay without a problem. I can't thank them enough. Such a clean, nice and quiet little campground. I highly recommend

We loved our stay here for the most part. Sites are close, but it seems to be the way with most…read moreprivate campgrounds. A few things need to be addressed. I wish more places had covered picnic areas on site to rent. This would be one of those places. The wind was rough and we couldn't keep our canopy up. The lime on the shower faucet and water pressure in the bathroom could be improved. Vinegar once a week in a baggie on the shower head would be a great start! Otherwise, fabulous facilities as far as updated and cleanliness. The laundry area was clean and priced fairly. We found the facilities, while older pretty nice. Seasonal rates would be welcomed at off season times, but I suppose they aren't interested in extra income for unused sites. All in all though, this is a great place for a week.

Attended an LTV RV Rally here and enjoyed our stay on the sound side of the campground. Jen C was…read moreextremely helpful and responsive in supporting reservations with our group and answering questions in a timely fashion. The Conf center with sound views was spacious and clean, perfect for accommodating our meetings and activities scheduled during our stay. The bath house was clean and spacious and well maintained. All sites have full hook ups and were in great shape with level concrete pads and picnic tables. There are plenty of water sports activities to enjoy within walking distance to the campground as well as several restaurants and shops.

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.

We had a great experience at Hatteras Sands Campground. Pool was nice. Cabin was clean. Views were…read moreawesome. We'll definitely be back!

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!

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.

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.

We stayed 10 days and had such a wonderful experience. The bathrooms were always clean and they had…read morewonderful outside shower for after the beach rinse off!!! The place was quiet and quaint and beach jetty was a great perfect place for us to watch the sunset in solitude and walk our dogs. Pam was such a pleasant soul and we look forward to returning again. This was our first time to OBX and it won't be our last. We also did some kiteboarding next door with Hattaras Sail Shop which was an easy walk. THANK YOU AGAIN ST CLAIRE FOR MAKING OUR VACATION A WONDERFUL MEMORY!!!!

I gave one star only because the site manager was so friendly and helpful. This property needs…read morehelp: 1. Porch on way to laundry and bathrooms is a gathering place for some heavy smokers. I had trouble even taking a shower with so much smoke 2. No trash pick up anywhere except at the entrance 3. No hand towels or hand dryer in ladies bathroom 4. Apparently they rent spaces to people who are sleeping in their cars...not a good sign Avoid this until they fix up the area

Jockey's Ridge State Park is one of the best spots to visit in the Outer Banks. The massive dunes…read moreare incredible to see and fun for kids to climb, run around, or roll down. It's the tallest living sand dune system on the East Coast, and the views from the top are amazing, especially at sunset. The visitor center has some neat exhibits about the history and ecology of the dunes, and the rangers are helpful with tips on where to go. People are out there flying kites or even taking hang gliding lessons, which makes it a lively place. Admission is free and it's a unique experience you don't want to miss.

A must see state park inNags Head. Absolutely swing by next time you're in the Outer Banks around…read moreKitty Hawk or the Nags Head. There are amazing sand dunes, where you can literally go fly a kite! Not for the faint of heart or the tired of legs, be ready for the weather and to climb dunes. There is a lookout at the end of a boardwalk area if you just want to take a few quick pictures. If you need a kite, Kitty Hawk Kites has a small shop at the park to grab some essentials. You can also skate down the dunes if you're adventurous. We had so much sand covering us once we got back in the car but it was 100% worth it. They do have a rinse off spot next to the welcome center/restrooms. Pro tip: baby powder will help you brush off sand once you're ready to head home