About Great Island Cabin Camp
Number of accommodations: 23
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Showers -
Dump Station
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (457)
What Guests Are Saying
Great Island Cabin Camp offers a memorable experience with friendly staff and scenic views. Many guests appreciated the rustic charm of the cabins, highlighting updates like improved hot water systems and comfortable mattresses. While some noted minor cleanliness issues and rustic accommodations, the overall atmosphere, outdoor activities, and family-friendly environment make it a desirable destination for repeat visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Great Island Cabin Camp offers a memorable experience with friendly staff and scenic views. Many guests appreciated the rustic charm of the cabins, highlighting updates like improved hot water systems and comfortable mattresses. While some noted minor cleanliness issues and rustic accommodations, the overall atmosphere, outdoor activities, and family-friendly environment make it a desirable destination for repeat visits.
Review Summary
andy j
VerifiedNovember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: GI
staff was very polite, informative, and professional.
travis c
VerifiedNovember 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GI
Cabins are adequate for their intended purpose. With that said we had no hot water. Not a big deal but hot showers are nice after a long day of fishing in November
dana s
VerifiedNovember 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: GI
Great cabin! As long as you understand that it is rustic this place was perfect. Large driveway in the back and privacy because (unfortunately) cabins 9+10 were demolished in a storm.
Located away from vehicle entry points.
Screen porch door opens up toward the ocean which made stepping out feel more secluded.
Great stay!
(We’ve stayed in five different cabins and this was a favorite)
Steven H
VerifiedNovember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: GI
Find a hole to fish when tide is low.
Visit the lighthouse.
Get up early to see the sunrise.
My wife and I are looking forward to going back.
Frank F
VerifiedNovember 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: GI
Cabin #18
The park office said the cabin had Roaches, but had been treated. The entire cabin had Roaches especially the OVEN.
The cabin has Bed Bugs as well. Everyone has the bite marks. Bugs were in the corner of the wood on the boards and frame of the bed.
The hot water ( water less tank ) lasted 10 seconds for every shower taken. Even when flowing the instructions on the wall. Run the sink hot water at the same time as running the hot water in the shower. Posted on FB Capelookout fishing page. 97 response with several people who had stayed in cabin 18 and ones after us. They all said the same thing. For the money, $120.00 a night I would be embarrassed knowing that I had been informed about it and still allowed people to stay. I am not a tent person but I will now but before I ever get a cabin again.
Stephanie C
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: GI
The cabins are rustic but just what one needs to get out of the weather on Core Banks. The rangers and volunteers were friendly and very helpful. We will be back.
Alex G
VerifiedOctober 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: GI
Have been coming to the island for 8 years now and this is the worst shape I have seen the cabins in. Cockroaches were everywhere, and the stove was barely working to the point of having to bring in our own stove.
Mark W
VerifiedOctober 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: GI
A very quiet place to stay and enjoy your self away from the hustle and bustle of today’s life style the beach is beautiful and not crowded
Josh B
VerifiedOctober 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: GI
The water heater stopped working one night and the Park Maintenance people fixed it promptly the next morning, very satisfied with the quick response!
william s
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: GI
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Location Great Island Cabin Camp
Address:
131 Charles Street
Harkers Island, NC, 28531
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7606 / -76.4122
Elevation: 1 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Getting to and from Great Island Cabin Camp requires either a personal boat or vehicle ferry service departing from Davis, North Carolina: Cape Lookout Cabin & Camps Ferry Service. Vehicle ferry reservations are required.Because of deep sand on the Back Road and oceanside beaches, 4WD, high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. There are no paved roads on South Core Banks. An Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Driving Permit must be purchased on Recreation.gov before arrival. Upon reaching the island, present your proof of payment at the Great Island Cabin Camp Office, where staff will issue your vehicle decal.Great Island Cabin Camp offers 23 rustic beachfront cabins, each with a porch and space for individuals, families, or small groups of up to 12. Cabins range from 288 to 960 sq. ft., and Cabin 2 is handicapped accessible. All units are wired for guest-supplied generators (5,500 watts max or equipped with a GFI), which are needed for electricity.Each cabin includes bunk beds with mattresses, a private bathroom with a sink and shower, hot water, a table and chairs, and a small kitchen with cabinets and a propane stove/oven. Refrigerators are not provided. An outdoor grill is located beside each cabin, and additional bathhouse facilities are centrally located in camp.Guests must bring their own linens, bedding, cookware, food, coolers, first-aid supplies, and any other necessities. Most visitors also pack flashlights or lanterns. Ice and fuel are available at the camp office.To ensure safe conditions for all guests, cabin occupants must check out by 10:00 a.m., and incoming guests may not check in before 2:00 p.m. This allows staff adequate time to clean and disinfect cabins between stays. Thank you for your cooperation.Office hours are 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. If arriving after 3:00 p.m., call (252) 725-0256 during business hours so staff can arrange for a volunteer to greet you or ensure your you have a cabin door code.Camping in tents within the cabin camp is not permitted, though families (not groups) may obtain a permit allowing minors to stay in up to two tents outside the cabin.Hunting is prohibited in the Great Island Cabin Areas. For information on permitted hunting zones on the islands, please contact the Visitor and Resource Protection division. All North Carolina hunting regulations apply.Firewood Notice: To help protect coastal forests, obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site. Transporting firewood can spread harmful pests and is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information. |
