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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
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About Great Island Cabin Camp
Great Island Cabin Camp sits on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, just off the North Carolina coast. This historic, remote camp has long been a favorite destination for fishermen and beachgoers. Because it is only accessible by water, visitors arrive either by personal boat or by reserving space on one of the vehicle ferries that cross scenic Core Sound to South Core Banks.4WD, high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended due to deep sand on the Back Road and along the oceanside beaches. There are no paved roads on South Core Banks. An Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Driving Permit is required and must be purchased on Recreation.gov before your trip. Upon arrival, present your proof of purchase to staff at the Great Island Cabin Camp Office, and they will issue the appropriate decal for your vehicle.
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Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
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- Dump station on site
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- Potable Water
- Showers
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- Beach Access
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- Pet friendly
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001, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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002, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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003, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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004, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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005, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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006, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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007, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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008, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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011, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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012, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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013, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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014, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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015, Loop: GI
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12 guests · Pet Friendly
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016, Loop: GI
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12 guests · Pet Friendly
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017, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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018, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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019, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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020, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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021, Loop: GI
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4 guests · Pet Friendly
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022, Loop: GI
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4 guests · Pet Friendly
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023, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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024, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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026, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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001, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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002, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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003, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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004, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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005, Loop: GI
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6 guests · Pet Friendly
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006, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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007, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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008, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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011, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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012, Loop: GI
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8 guests · Pet Friendly
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013, Loop: GI
Cabin
6 guests · Pet Friendly
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014, Loop: GI
Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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015, Loop: GI
Cabin
12 guests · Pet Friendly
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016, Loop: GI
Cabin
12 guests · Pet Friendly
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017, Loop: GI
Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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018, Loop: GI
Cabin
6 guests · Pet Friendly
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019, Loop: GI
Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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020, Loop: GI
Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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021, Loop: GI
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4 guests · Pet Friendly
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022, Loop: GI
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4 guests · Pet Friendly
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023, Loop: GI
Cabin
6 guests · Pet Friendly
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024, Loop: GI
Cabin
6 guests · Pet Friendly
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026, Loop: GI
Cabin
6 guests · Pet Friendly
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Reviews
988 reviews
Summary
Great Island Cabin Camp offers a peaceful and beautiful vacation spot with pristine beaches and a rustic charm. Many guests appreciated the comfortable cabins, helpful staff, and the serene environment, making it a favorite destination for repeat visitors. However, some noted issues with cabin maintenance and staff interactions, suggesting the need for improvements while still cherishing the unique, remote experience the island provides.
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4.3
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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
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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)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Location & Directions for Great Island Cabin Camp
131 Charles Street, Harkers Island, NC 28531 United States
Elevation: 1 ft
Getting There
From NC-101, Havelock, NC 28532 to Davis, NC 28524 Ferry Landing
41 min (33.3 mi)
via NC-101 E and US-70 E
Head east on NC-101 E toward Cunningham Blvd
18 min (15.7 mi)
Take Merrimon Rd to US-70 E/Hwy 70 Bettie
6 min (4.7 mi)
Follow US-70 E...
From NC-101, Havelock, NC 28532 to Davis, NC 28524 Ferry Landing
41 min (33.3 mi)
via NC-101 E and US-70 E
Head east on NC-101 E toward Cunningham Blvd
18 min (15.7 mi)
Take Merrimon Rd to US-70 E/Hwy 70 Bettie
6 min (4.7 mi)
Follow US-70 E to Horseshoe Rd in Davis
16 min (12.6 mi)
Continue on Horseshoe Rd.
Drive to Grady Davis Ln
1 min (0.2 mi)
Cape Lookout Cabins & Camps, Inc.
125 Grady Davis Ln, Davis, NC 28524
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z6oyr6teV8eFDsfq5
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
10AM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fires & fuel
- Guests should obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests; transporting firewood is illegal in some states.
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