Oyster Point Campground

Oyster Point Campground,
Neusiok Trailhead next to campground
OYSTER POINT CAMPGROUND.
OYSTER POINT CAMPGROUND
OYSTER POINT CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

13 total sites

RV Sites

8 sites

Tent Sites

5 sites

About Oyster Point Campground

Oyster Point Campground is located on the banks of the Newport River, near the town of Newport, NC. The campground is just a short drive to the beaches of Atlantic Beach, NC and other coastal fishing destinations. The campground can get very busy and reservations are reccamended but must be made 3 days in advance. Of the 15 campsites, 1 are considered a first come-first served campsite that cannot be reserved or held, so a person must physically be there with their camping equipment to purchase the campsite. Oyster Point campground has the option to use Scan & Pay system, but by the rules of recreaiton.gov it may only be used for first come-first served sites. Please make sure to contact a campground host to ensure availability before paying for any campsite. Failure to check with the campground host for availability may result in the loss of your camping fee.

Number of accommodations: 13

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Connectivity and Media

Connectivity and Media

  • Cell Reception
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
07, Loop: Main Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 08/10, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
09, Loop: Main Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
12, Loop: Main Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: Main Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: Main RV
No Hookups
Price not available
16, Loop: Main Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (303)

What Guests Are Saying

Oyster Point Campground offers spacious and well-maintained sites, friendly hosts, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for those seeking solitude. Visitors appreciated the proximity to local attractions and the beautiful water views, ideal for kayaking and fishing. However, some concerns were raised about bug issues, bathroom cleanliness, and reservation management, particularly during peak summer months.

Review Summary

4.3
303 reviews
5
62.4%
189
4
20.5%
62
3
6.3%
19
2
5.3%
16
1
5.6%
17

Andrew S

Verified

October 31, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Main

5

The host, Tonya was extremely kind and welcoming. The whole campground, our campsite and the bathroom were very clean and quiet. It has beautiful walking trails and areas to see the water. There were very little bugs, if any. I believe this is the best time of year to go!

Will K

Verified

October 23, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Main

5

Great campground for scouts!

Will K

Verified

October 23, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Main

5

Great campground for scouts!

Heather D

Verified

October 10, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Main

5

The campground was beautiful, quiet, clean and Tonia was a wonderful host. Even though it’s dry camping, the hut bathrooms were clean, well stocked with toilet paper and didn’t smell at all. There were water spigots to fill your water jugs close to a few sites. The sites were large, clean and quiet. We didn’t have firewood to start and Tonia was sweet enough to give us a few starter logs until we were able to run to Walmart and get some. We went for an early trip for my husband’s birthday and learned that Tonia shared a birthday with my husband. We went in early October and bugs weren’t an issue and no problems at all. Hands down the nicest dry camping campground we’ve stayed in. We will definitely be back.

Heather D

Verified

October 10, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Main

5

The campground was beautiful, quiet, clean and Tonia was a wonderful host. Even though it’s dry camping, the hut bathrooms were clean, well stocked with toilet paper and didn’t smell at all. There were water spigots to fill your water jugs close to a few sites. The sites were large, clean and quiet. We didn’t have firewood to start and Tonia was sweet enough to give us a few starter logs until we were able to run to Walmart and get some. We went for an early trip for my husband’s birthday and learned that Tonia shared a birthday with my husband. We went in early October and bugs weren’t an issue and no problems at all. Hands down the nicest dry camping campground we’ve stayed in. We will definitely be back.

Nicole B

Verified

September 9, 2023 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Main

1

Definitely should have mentioned that there wasn’t a ‘beach’ to access the water. Was bummed by that. tarantula sized spiders sent us packing. Was there and unloaded, walked to the ‘water’ and walked right back, packed up and it was all said and done in less than an hour. Sorry but there is no way I will return there. Ever. Unless it’s burned down first.

The camping spots were nice size 🤷🏻‍♀️

Nicole B

Verified

September 9, 2023 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Main

1

Definitely should have mentioned that there wasn’t a ‘beach’ to access the water. Was bummed by that. tarantula sized spiders sent us packing. Was there and unloaded, walked to the ‘water’ and walked right back, packed up and it was all said and done in less than an hour. Sorry but there is no way I will return there. Ever. Unless it’s burned down first.

The camping spots were nice size 🤷🏻‍♀️

Diana W

Verified

August 23, 2023 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Main

5

This was my first time ever camping and I thoroughly enjoyed myself! Tonya, the host, was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! She gave us information on interesting places in the area, gave us fishing tips and checked in on us regularly. There was only 1 other person in the campground during out weeklong stay so it was quiet and peaceful - exactly what we needed!

The only downside of visiting in August was the mayflies - they are awful! Otherwise, we will definitely be back!!!

Diana W

Verified

August 23, 2023 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Main

5

This was my first time ever camping and I thoroughly enjoyed myself! Tonya, the host, was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! She gave us information on interesting places in the area, gave us fishing tips and checked in on us regularly. There was only 1 other person in the campground during out weeklong stay so it was quiet and peaceful - exactly what we needed!

The only downside of visiting in August was the mayflies - they are awful! Otherwise, we will definitely be back!!!

Kevin H

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 14, Loop: Main

1

Horrible in the summer. Super hot and bugs EVERYWHERE! Somehow they even got in through the rain fly and bug net on the tent. Maybe it would be better in the winter but I’m not convinced.

Location Oyster Point Campground

Address:
Forest Road 181
New Port, NC, 28570
United States

Elevation: 3 feet

Distance to downtown

391 mi drive to downtown New Port (about 6 hr 24 min)

Policies & Rules

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.

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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