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
Daryl S
May 17, 2021
Great place to relax, reflect, and fish! Miles of beautiful beach, wildlife, and a very cool lighthouse. You probably won't like it, stay home.
ronald f
VerifiedMay 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: GI
Throughly enjoyed the island and the cabin.
The hot water heater constantly went from cold to hot, taking a shower an adventure
Lindsay S
VerifiedMay 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
We took our toddler here as her first trip to the beach, and we had a wonderful time! The shells, sand, and a kite kept her busy for hours. There's a great swimming area down by the dock at the lighthouse. She could actually spend time in the water here, as the ocean was a little rough. The accomodations were as suspected. We did just fine without a generator, and just brought along a cooler, a fan, and a lantern for 3 days/2 nights. A beautiful time!
Diane K
VerifiedMay 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: GI
The island is quite , but the cabins are beyond need of renovations . The bathroom is dirty and smells like urine. The fly’s are so bad that you can’t kill them fast enough as more keep coming . The volunteers are very polite and helpful, but if you forget anything before you get to the island, your out of luck until the ferry’s run again .
The cabin is basically a shack and your lucky to have a roof . We had a 4 night stay and could only do it for 2 nights .
I would do a day trip if anything because the island is nice , but the cabins I would be cautious.
Niles C
VerifiedMay 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: GI
Beautiful place. We enjoyed our stay. Cabins are looking rough but for fishermen it is ok. For women and family some improvements are needed. Blinds would be nice in the bathroom. A back porch light would be nice. Thanks for allowing this place to remain open to the public.
Billy S
VerifiedMay 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: GI
For the price charged I think the cabins need to be upgraded with power be it solar or some other source.Seems like the southern end of island is receiving the bulk of the funds.
Chris C
VerifiedMay 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: GI
Fees,fees,fees!! Y’all keep going up on everything but you won’t put any money back into the cabins. There was over $50k dock built to accommodate all the day trippers but you can’t spend a penny on the ragged cabins. The rates are out of this world expensive for what you’re getting. Yes it’s all about getting away but for $180 per night you could have some sort of power system like what was at Portsmouth. There’s mice and snakes in the one I just came from so be ware if you stay in cabin 5.
Justo G
VerifiedMay 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GI
The cabins are definitely better than a tent in the wind! We enjoyed the stay, cabins could use a little TLC.
Walter C
VerifiedMay 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
Cabins clean, screens not damaged. Plenty of chairs & 2 tables made it convenient. Only complaint was hot water heater. On demand hot water was ridiculous. Took too long to get hot water & then no way to adjust it. Either far too hot for short periods or turned cold instantly if u tried to adjust it at all.
Joe K
VerifiedApril 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GI
Great Personnel at the Ranger station and by the Volunteers.
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. |
