About Great Island Cabin Camp
Number of accommodations: 23
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
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
Jura H
VerifiedDecember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GI
Cabin 22 is getting better. Be sure to bring something to cover the windows over the stove so you’re not staring in to cabin 21.
Nice to have the new locks on doors.
Frank B
VerifiedNovember 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: GI
The cabins are in the best condition ever. It is obvious that a lot of work has been done to them over the past year. Still very basic but clean and comfortable.
Eric C
VerifiedNovember 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GI
We come here to fish twice per year and pay high prices to use the cabins as our base station. Our biggest concern is that we can’t rely on the hot water control system to work consistently per rental cabin. We love the island and appreciate the opportunity. However, we pay hard earned income and expect the water and stove to work as it is designed.
Jay L
November 29, 2022
Cabin was clean but can use some more cabinets and countertops. Also shower head was barely working. Had to remove to wash.
Marshall C
November 25, 2022
Pretty good weather and a very positive experience for some new folks with us. The fishing is still off but we did catch a few that made it a good trip. Thanks.
Robert P
VerifiedNovember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: GI
While on the island we had a few days of bad weather. Because of the weather the Park Service employees were not able to get to the island from the mainland. The guest and volunteers were on the island without being able to buy ice. Arrangements should have been made to have someone there 24/7 to handle needs of guest to the island. There was plenty of notice that bad weather was coming and that the park service employees were not going to be able to get to their jobs.
THOMAS S
VerifiedNovember 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: GI
Cabin doors did not lock and when it did it would not unlock.
Water pressure was terrible
Not fun for the family
No fish either
THOMAS S
VerifiedNovember 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GI
Hot water is either scalding or freezing.
Not family friendly
Paul G
November 17, 2022
Good fishing
jerry p
VerifiedNovember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: GI
No one can predict the weather and it was bad. having been going to Core Banks since 2001 & have never seen the weather so bad. The accommodations were as expected, since there are described as rustic. Surprised that the park service staff left the island and therefore no services, like ice, fuel, etc were not available.
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. |
