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Cape Point Campground

46700 Lighthouse Road, Buxton, North Carolina, United States

Warning

General

Statewide Burn Ban--Effective Saturday, March 28 until further notice. Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning. Beach fires are considered open burning. If you are camping, portable gas stoves or grills are alternate methods for cooking food.

Cape Point Campground
Deer enjoying the campground
Cape Point Campground
Cape Point Campground
Cape Point Campground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Showers
Showers
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About Cape Point Campground

Cape Point Campground sites have a shortened reservation window. Due to the ground saturation and potential for flooding we encourage you to check the sites prior to paying. Cape Point Campground is centrally located to all of the attractions on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The campground puts you within walking distance of arguably the best fishing and surfing on the east coast.

Number of accommodations: 200

Campground Amenities

  • Beach Access
    Beach Access
  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Showers
    Showers

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 3 to Nov 29

Sites & Availability

200 Sites Available

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Reviews (353)

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What Guests Are Saying

Cape Point Campground is a well-maintained and peaceful destination, offering clean facilities and quick beach access, making it ideal for fishing and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, spacious sites, and the presence of wildlife, such as deer and rabbits. While the lack of hot water in showers and occasional flooding during wet weather were noted as drawbacks, the overall experience is highly recommended, with many guests planning to return.

Review Summary

4.3
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Janice K

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September 19, 2021 • Stayed at: D011, Loop: D

5

We enjoyed our time camping. We were able to easily get a spot near the restrooms. Restrooms were clean and well lit, with running water. But access to restrooms was not connected to the road, so we had to walk through shin high grass across a camp site. The site was flat, and the picnic tables were sturdy. The grill functioned well. Beach access was a short drive away. Large dumpsters were easy to spot. Can see lighthouse flashing from site. Mostly quiet, peaceful. Really enjoyed seeing 4 types of frogs hopping around the restrooms, and all the crabs on the beach scuttling out of their burrows in the sand dunes. There were some large whelk shells as well. Many people brought their dogs, and cleaned up after themselves.

Robert S

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September 16, 2021 • Stayed at: J017, Loop: J

5

Peaceful. Nearly empty. Geese deer and one Fox sighted. Bathrooms and showers nice. Staff friendly and courteous and they leave you alone unless you ask. Within walk or short drive of beaches and surf. Absolutely no hookups. Reservations are made available at the last few days because many sites can go underwater. This is not your standard resort. If you like solitude, surfing, fishing and peace go here.

Amanda W

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September 15, 2021 • Stayed at: H016, Loop: H

5

Secluded and quiet. Never crowded with plenty of space to ride bikes, fly a kite, grill out with the family that includes beautiful beaches located on the off road access ramps. Always our go to place. If you are looking for hot showers, night life, and a busy city scenic vacation, this is not the place for you to visit.

Beautiful E

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September 15, 2021 • Stayed at: A007, Loop: A

5

Cape Hatteras is the PERFECT getaway if you want peace, quiet, excellent star-gazing opportunities & general OBX FUN!

Jonathan R

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September 14, 2021 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: C

4

Although we wanted to have the ultimate camping experience, it was great having showers and potable water. We stayed for 2 nights and it was awesome. There were some neighbors that were a bit loud during quiet hours, but other than that, campsite was 10/10

Sophie S

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September 14, 2021 • Stayed at: E002, Loop: E

4

Second time camping at the campground. Awesome views of the lighthouse and in close proximity to the beach. Usually the grass is mowed in each camp spot, and campground kept very tidy. Restrooms and showers in good condition.

Satti E

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September 14, 2021 • Stayed at: I008, Loop: I

5

Really nice campground. They have showers and bathroom. Clean and well kept.

Boe G

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September 14, 2021 • Stayed at: J008, Loop: J

4

Very nice campground. Some of the sites were wet and the one we rented had really high grass but when we called they were happy to help and move us to a mowed site.

Clarence C

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September 13, 2021 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: B

4

Nice and quiet good view of the lightHouse

leah c

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September 12, 2021 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: A

2

Cape point campground was just pretty meh in my opinion. It’s basically just a grassy field, that definitely needed to be cut. Also, there is no shade whatsoever so you will get baked if you’re not prepared. It is close to the beach and lighthouse, so that’s a plus. Not terrible, but nothing to rave about.

Location Cape Point Campground

Address:
46700 Lighthouse Road
Buxton, NC, 27920
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.2362 / -75.9225

Elevation: -6 feet

Map of Cape Point Campground location at Buxton, NC, United States
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Policies & Rules

Category About
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The campground is in a low lying area that floods easily after a heavy rain. Reservations may be canceled with limited notice.
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Camping is limited to a total of 14 days of camping between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Making reservations under another name or account to circumvent the 14 day restriction is prohibited.
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Quiet hours are 10:00 pm - 6:00 am - Generators must be turned off during quiet hours.
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Wood fires are not permitted in the campground. Only charcoal cooking fires are permitted in a grill, stove or other self-contained unit.
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A fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials including, but not limited to, flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, plastics, aerosol canisters, batteries, or other manufactured or synthetic materials, is prohibited.
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There is a limit of 6 persons per site, a maximum of 2 cars, or 1 car and 1 trailer, and a maximum of two tents.
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Pets are welcome but must be on a 6' leash at all times. Electronic collars are not considered a leash. Pet excriment must be picked up and disposed of in trash recepticles.
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Biting insects are prevalent in the summer months, therefore netting and repellent are recommended.
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All equipment must fit on the site pad; large RVs over 25 feet may have to park second vehicles in auxiliary parking away from the campground, or purchase an additional campsite. Vehicles cannot park on the grass.
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All campsites are exposed and subject to weather extremes. There are no shaded sites in the campground.
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The Access Pass and both the Senior Annual and Senior Lifetime Pass are the only passes that provide a discount on the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass owner, not to any additional campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass owner's party. The discount does not apply to utility hookups. The pass discount must be applied at the time of the reservation; it cannot be applied retroactively. For more information on Interagency Passes visit https://store.usgs.gov/.
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Must be 18 yrs of age to reserve a campsite.
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For specific questions please call (252) 475-9054, hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm edt.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

Statewide Burn Ban--Effective Saturday, March 28 until further notice. Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning. Beach fires are considered open burning. If you are camping, portable gas stoves or grills are alternate methods for cooking food.

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