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.

Stopped in for lunch at Harts hotdog hut inside jernimans campground store and gas . We were helped…read moreby a young man named Elijah who is fantastic!! He is respectful, happy and helpful. Y'all should definitely go see Elijah and check out what the store has to offer. Lunch was really great also and very very affordable. Margaret and her team are amazing and the fold was fresh and tasty.

They went above and beyond to be sure we had everything we needed to have a wonderful camping…read moreexperience! The facilities were clean and well stocked- they were always available to help if we had any questions and the breakfast was amazing!! Genuine and authentic people- felt safe and had a great time! Thank you and can't wait to visit again!

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!

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.

Wife and I went here to celebrate my birthday and had a blast! We travel in our Tesla and used…read moreFrisco woods as our base camp. Our site had 50A charging which was perfect for our setup. This campground has it all: easy late check-in, spots are clearly labeled, beautiful views, multiple clean(!!) bathhouses, a pool, great hookups, and even Tavern on 12 and Hatteras Sno-balls within walking distance for delicious eats! Also very convenient to the rest of Cape Hatteras and the Ocracoke ferry. We definitely plan on returning and spending more time around the campground, it was beautiful!

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.

Absolutely awesome campground on Hatteras Island. I was up at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse National…read moreSeashore and talked to some rangers about the campsites they have available in the park. There was one quite close to the lighthouse with a great view of it and then this one way down in Frisco. I was surprised by how far away it was. I took a look at the closer campground and found it to be, as assured, washed out and flat. When I arrived to this site I knew for sure I was going to stay. They had recently repaved about half of the roads here and updated all of the bath houses with what looked like nice new tile walls. It being the off season the gate was not staffed. There was a straightforward process of signing up for a spot on the sheet by the window. Since there weren't many people here I had pick of the litter. I drove around the campground, picked out my favorite three spots and went back to the sheet to put an X by my favorite. Several on the back row sit on the top of a hill and have excellent ocean views. The ones nearer to the entrance are down low but well within earshot of the nighttime ocean waves. You have to watch out for sandspurs. Don't run around (or let your kids run around) barefoot basically anywhere here. Wait til you get to the beach to take your shoes off and enjoy the sand. In late fall the weather can still be firmly in the 50s-60s. It was incredibly beautiful and clear out. Bright stars, a moonless night and basically no other campers made for the best camping experience I've ever had! It's $28 for a site and they trust that you'll pay in the morning before leaving. It's very relaxed in the off-season and I highly recommend it. I would like to come back for a longer stay. Best campsite around!

Our horseback ride on the pristine private beach of Cedar Island with Devon was absolutely…read moreunforgettable. The island itself feels untouched and magical, with wide stretches of soft sand, sweeping dunes, and the sound of the surf setting a perfect rhythm for the ride. The horses were beautifully trained--attentive, responsive, and clearly well cared for--which made the experience feel both safe and exhilarating. Devon was an exceptional guide: knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about the island's history and ecology. Her easygoing confidence allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the scenery. This is a must‑do experience for any coastal adventurer.

If you don't ride horses and you want a slow walk one way for 30 minutes to turn around and slowly…read morewalk back looking at the same deserted beach to smell the salt air and not think of a thing and decompress you'll like it. If you want something more than that you'll be disappointed. I'm an equestrian and thought being on the beach would be fun. Not! You have to stay at the walk. The horse handed me was their lead horse ergo wanted to be in the lead. The owner kept telling me to not get ahead of her. I circled all the way to the back of the herd. Guess. My horse went into the trot on his own so I posted and got my hand popped. That horse was in tune with me and wanted to stretch his legs on that beach, but that was not allowed. I understand about liability, but I signed a waiver. Every time we got a length ahead she wanted me to stop. My horse knew Whoa! and 3rd position! That horse had never heard "eeeeeaaazzzzy" or just wasn't feeling it. It was just frustrating and boring. It was a waste of $150 plus a $20 tip plus gas to drive to the end of the world. Speaking of, there are NO gas stations. Gas up and pee before you head there. Glad we did.

What a dump! Barely working VERY old washing machines. Poorly kept grounds. WiFi horrible. No…read morecontrol over late night outdoor loud gatherings. This could be a nice place if it was taken care of properly. Waited too long to make my reservations & this was the only place available for 3 weeks in the middle of the busy summer season. That should have told me somthing right there. After talking to several other campground owners at places we've stayed before, they agreed with me. Management needs to be replaced. If this place had a good management, it could be brought into the new millenium. We survived our stay, but would never ever go back there again.

I've stayed here multiple times, for several years. After staying at a handful of campgrounds in…read morethe area this is the best around. Really, this is the best I've found anywhere on the OBX. Friendly staff are always on hand generally until 7 or 8 pm. They have gated access and cable tv. Full bathhouses are provided and are kept clean. The campground is less than 5 minutes from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse (by car) - it may be just a bit too far for most to walk. It's located on Buxton Back Road, so it's just off Hwy 12 but not ON Hwy 12. It's also within 5 minutes of the grocery. It's about 30 minutes from the Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry. They have 3 one bedroom cabins, 3 two bedroom cabins, and tent or RV camping. Lastly, the pond that surrounds the campground has hundreds of freshwater turtles that are people friendly and love being fed. I highly recommend this campground.

We booked the alligator river kayak tour and got the guide tre. He was an amazing guide and the…read moretour was excellent. Scenery was amazing. Tre was a blast and his love for the outdoors combined with expertise made the trip very enjoyable!

Had a good time on one of the kayak tours - the tour guide was cool - very friendly and personable…read more they provided everything, there's a bunch of different options to choose from - some thing for everyone.

We stayed here last February and everything was fine. But now with new owners, it sucks. They said…read more"free wifi", what a joke. No streaming. When we ask for another wifi connection, they said there's not another one. Plainly says on the website, " free wifi". Un- usable. Mosquitoes galore. They don't spray often enough. We ask when making a reservation which space we would be in, she said she could tell us for a fee of $25. WTF? Is it a secret? Incompetent staff, amenities suck. Place needs work. Would not recommend it!

RV park is the place for me! The resort is under new ownership and upgrades are still in the…read moreprocess-I've not seen the motel rooms makeover myself so I'll refer to other comments made by recent reviews. Don't forget the bug repellent-you're going to need it around the park and sunscreen for the beach which has the feel of being primitive-it is part of a wildlife preserve-even though the Cedar Island/Ocracoke ferry is right next to the RV park. This is truly an experience that if you don't bring it with you-you won't find it here-I'm talking about grocery stores mainly-there is a dollar general that looks brand new within 20 minutes which is better then an hour to the nearest Walmart. If you're looking to unplug and enjoy the not having nothing to do style-this is your place too!

This is a totally mixed review!! First of the weather was horrible but that is not the Cape Point…read moreCampgrounds fault. The reason it is mixed is because from the first hello I was totally misinformed about this campground. I booked it online due to the reviews and details of the campground. I called the park rangers and I was advised at the 800 number that I had to be there by 1pm to check in..when I got there at 1pm..no one was there to check me in. Found out that there is NEVER anyone here to check you in. It is literally a deck with three walls and roof with a book and box to write information in and drop in the money if you are paying day off. Then I found out that you have to pick your site and then go back to the office deck book and box, so it is not assigned like I was informed. Also I was told this was basically on the beach only divided by a few dunes...NOPE not true..had to drive to the beach parking area. Also was told it was near Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, which it is in the same park but again unless you want to melt walking the over a mile one way hike in the sand, you better drive there too.. It pored the rain and the whole entire campground flooded so I ended up paying $60 for one night instead of the 3 nights I was scheduled to be there so I lost money. it was definitely an experience and I guess that was what I was truly after and I got that for sure...will I go back...nah!!! But again that is just not the campground but the entire Island is just not liking me...