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
Charley M
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GI
No power, very basic accommodations, no paved roads, leads to the greatest place on earth!!
Ronnie S
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: GI
Do not go right after a storm. They will open up before roads or beachs are really ready.
The cabins were in as good of condition as they ever are, or the ones that were open.. Roads were soft and not run in.
Beach even had died horses laying on it. Light house and sound side were all in good shape.
Rangers this time were of no help for even advice. Need anything seek out the volunteers. But their limited by the ranges. So know the rules before you go.
Still a one of a kind primitive experience. Just know what your in for.
Chris L
January 16, 2020
Always loved this place. Cabins are starting to look a little rough at times but a great place to fish and visit.
Tammy C
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: GI
It’s a cabin on an island so do not over think it. Be prepared take a lil extra and enjoy . Fish and relax , take it all in.
MARK B
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: GI
Great rustic cabin on secluded seashore to get away from it all. The only minor issue is they need to replace or repair the holes in the screens so you are not attacked by no-see-ums while trying to sleep
Sean N
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: GI
I absolutely love Cape Lookout.So many memories. I enjoy being on the beach with few people around. Either swimming,surfing,shell collecting, or fishing. It makes me smile while I type this :}. Looking forward to our next trip! The attendant (Doug) that ran the main office was polite, professional, and fun to be around. Hopefully he will be there this next trip, as I will put some steaks on the barbie and unlock some spirits for him.Thank you for all that requires in keeping the island functional. See you soon!
Margaret P
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GI
Our summer trips to Cape Lookout National Seashore are the highlight of our year. We have stayed at Great Island and Long Point. Both locations are stunningly beautiful. We enjoy going to Portsmouth Village when we stay at Long Point, and our favorite part of the trip this year on Great Island was going to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Point.
Dennis C T
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: GI
Always have a great experience at Cape Lookout! The staff is friendly and helpful, and the Davis Shore Ferry Service is as well.
Jon S
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: GI
Remote beach experience unlike any other. Careful planning is a must, with fuel and ice the only provision available on the island. ATVs and generators are not required but make experiencing and exploring the island more comfortable.
Rebecca P
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: GI
My best friend an I take an annual girls vacation to Great Island Camps. We always have a fantastic time and come home with so many special memories. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful and so are the other campers. We choose to "rough it" in a cabin with no electricity to add to the experience, but we have rented a generator for a few lights or fans a couple of times. It's not the prettiest place, but it is clean and well maintained. We will continue to have our annual adventure here for many years to come!
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. |
