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
Bonnie W
September 2, 2021
Go see the tip of the cape!
JAMES R
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 014, Loop: GI
The cabin #14 was absolutely unsuitable for human beings. It was dirty, moldy, and mice infested. We spent the night in my truck on the beach. We enjoyed the beach and ocean, but wasted our money on the cabin.
Jeff L
VerifiedAugust 18, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 019, Loop: GI
Cabin 19 was infested with ants. When we first arrived I spent about an hour trying to kill and sanitize all surfaces in the cabin with little result. We had ants all over our food and in our beds all night! We left the next morning after being there less than 24 hours. Worst experience at Great Island Cabins Iβve ever had.
Marie B
July 26, 2021
Great time. Take insect repellent for the biting flies.
Alicia S
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 003, Loop: GI
Great cabins, pretty basic but offers hot water and a gas stove. Also has the option for generator hookup. The absolute best sunrises.
Joe H
July 21, 2021
Wonderful first trip to Cape Lookout. Spent 3 days with my 2 sons and grandson. Not many places left in the world where you can sit on the beach and look up and down the beach and see no one else. The southern area, near the lighthouse, had more people, but was not crowded at all. Had some luck fishing and caught 5 nice red drum. Cabin worked well. It is spartan, but the stove & oven worked well and the bathroom was fine. Only issue was the shower, very low water flow and the hot water would would come and go. I brought a generator and that was nice, but not necessary. A couple of battery powered lanterns would work as well. My grandson had a ball driving on the beach. Already planning another visit.
Scott H
VerifiedJuly 20, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 024, Loop: GI
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Julie A
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
Our cabin (4) had many missing or torn window screens so we were unable to use those windows as we didn't want to deal with flies coming in. Some of the screens were attached only with tape which obviously did not hold up to the elements. The porch screens are installed on the inside of the porch so there was no window ledge available to sit things on. Also there was no water hose at the vehicle wash down area. Other than that our stay was great. Some of us have been coming here for 30+ years and we always have a wonderful time.
Abraham N
July 16, 2021
Everything worked, hot water heater, propane stove, etc. Can't beat the views and proximity to the beach. Next time might bring a generator for some bigger fans that what we had!
Anne D
July 9, 2021
Great time. Cabins are rustic but do the job. We had a wonderful time can canβt wait to go 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
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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.β3:00 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. |
