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
Kelly N
VerifiedApril 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GI
Andrew A
VerifiedMarch 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: GI
Loved it
Emily P
VerifiedMarch 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: GI
Beautiful spot. Cabins were nicer than I expected. Wonderful getaway
Samuel C
VerifiedMarch 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: GI
Great cabin and visit. The ranger we met, Sabrina, was personable, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Since our visit, we have also encouraged friends and family to visit.
Jodie L
March 26, 2023
Cabins are rustic but adequate. The scenery makes it totally worth it. We did not take a vehicle and that worked out fine. The ferry had carts for our stuff and a national park’s volunteer drove our stuff there. Our first visit and we’re already planning our next trip.
Douglas L
VerifiedMarch 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
As always, a wonderful experience made even better by the fantastic Park staff.
Charles H
VerifiedMarch 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: GI
Cabin was clean and very assessable to the ocean. Hot showers and stove made the cabin very homey.
Ronald P
VerifiedDecember 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
Was great for the 7 of us. Fishing was not the best but a day fishing is better than a day at work. God's country
Stephanie C
December 13, 2022
Rustic cabins but you have hot water, full bathroom, screened in porch, and a gas stove and oven. It is great having a secure shelter during poor weather conditions. The rangers are always friendly. We had an issue getting the pilot light on the oven started. A maintenance person was there early the next morning. Be aware that the mattresses are sometimes in poor condition so take extra linens if this is important to you. Usually there is just one mattress in each cabin that is torn. I don't think the parks are getting the federal funds needed to maintain these mattress with the harsh weather conditions on Core Banks. Five stars for location and the fact there are shelters to rent to enjoy this location.
Craig S
VerifiedDecember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: GI
Always a great place to visit. Facilities in good shape. Will be back.
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
| Category | About |
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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. |
