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Sun rising over Ocracoke Campground capturing sunrays streaming over A Loop campsites on exterior perimeter of campground
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Sun rising over Ocracoke campground capturing sunrays streaming over A loop campsites on exterior perimeter of campground
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About Ocracoke Campground

Located in the famous Outer Banks area of the stunning North Carolina coast, this campground is perfect for a beach getaway trip.

Available sites

131 total sites

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

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

131 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A001, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A003, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A004, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A005, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A006, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A007, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A008, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A009, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A010, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A011, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A013, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A015, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A016, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A017, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A018, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A019, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A020, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A022, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A024, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A026, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A028, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A030, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A032, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A034, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B002, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B003, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B004, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B005, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B006, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B007, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B008, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B009, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B010, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B011, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B012, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B013, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B014, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B015, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B016, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B017, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B018, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B019, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B020, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B021, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B022, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B024, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B025, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B026, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B027, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B028, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B029, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B030, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B031, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B032, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B033, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B034, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B035, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B036, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B037, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B038, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B039, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B040, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B042, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B044, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B046, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C001, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C002, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C003, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C004, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C005, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C006, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C007, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C008, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C009, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C010, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C011, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C012, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C013, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C014, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C015, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C016, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C017, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C018, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C019, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C020, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C021, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C022, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C023, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C024, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C026, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C028, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C030, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C032, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C034, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D001, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D002, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D003, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D004, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D005, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D006, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D007, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D008, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D009, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D010, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D011, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D012, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D013, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D014, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D015, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D016, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D017, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D018, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D019, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D020, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D021, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D022, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D023, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D024, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D025, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D026, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D027, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D028, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D029, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D030, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D031, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D032, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D033, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D034, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D035, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D036, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D037, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

777 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Ocracoke Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained setting with easy access to a stunning beach, making it a favorite among campers. Many reviews highlight the campground's cleanliness, helpful staff, and the peaceful atmosphere, ideal for relaxation and stargazing. However, some campers noted issues with mosquitoes, generator noise in the D Loop, and occasional maintenance concerns, but overall, the positive experiences outweigh the negatives, with many expressing a desire to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 777 reviews

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5 stars 65.8% (511)
4 stars 21.9% (170)
3 stars 7.1% (55)
2 stars 3.1% (24)
1 star 2.2% (17)

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Joseph C

Verified

July 30, 2026 Stayed at: A005, Loop: A

Always a pleasure! Camp hosts were kind and helpful, the mosquitoes didn't cooperate but never do and the wind kept things lively most of the week. The only negative, I don't remember the cacti being so plentiful. If you veer off path or on the fringes of some of the campsites on dune side you may be in for a world of hurt. Still, can't wait to be back! Thank you NPS fir this gem of a place in the Outer Banks.

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Mike L

Verified

July 29, 2026 Stayed at: D025, Loop: D

Beautiful area with nothing but nature. Many times we were the only people on the beach. Camp host was great. Helped us change our reservation to a better spot. Dump station and water available right across the road. Can't wait to come back.

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Seth C

Verified

July 28, 2026 Stayed at: D002, Loop: D

I love this campground. As always, it was clean, quiet, and had good convenience facilities. The staff was very friendly and helpful and so were the neighbors, not to mention a short walk over the dunes to the beach. We will definitely be back.

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Beverly Y

Verified

July 25, 2026 Stayed at: D014, Loop: D

I love the privacy of this camp ground

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sean m

Verified

July 25, 2026 Stayed at: A024, Loop: A

Great campground

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Robert C

Verified

July 24, 2026 Stayed at: D033, Loop: D

In the past we always appreciated that the D loop was a generator free zone, until last year. The last 2 times we camped there the campers next to us ran a generator all day long. Last year he would leave for the whole day. This year the couple stayed inside their RV the whole day. We could not hear the ocean and could barely hear each other talk. So disappointed. Plenty of empty spots in the other loops. We do not understand why this change was made but are looking at other camping options to avoid this in the future. With current solar and battery technology the need for generators is diminishing. Please, please, please give us back the D loop!!!!

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Daryl M

Verified

July 21, 2026 Stayed at: C004, Loop: C

Fantastic and amazing experience camping at Ocracoke. Great campsite and a short walk to the ocean. I will be back!

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Marie T

Verified

July 20, 2026 Stayed at: C008, Loop: C

the limitations for only 2 weeks a season does not make sense and should be reconsidered

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William G

Verified

July 19, 2026 Stayed at: D034, Loop: D

The location is the best of OBX camp sites.
If I were to make a wish list. Please make D Loop of Ocracoke generator free. Please evaluate the sites and gradually raise the surface level due to flooding during / after rain storms. The showers are not heated. Integrating a flexible line in proximity to roof would make a some what hot shower.

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Margaret L

Verified

July 19, 2026 Stayed at: D019, Loop: D

Although the sometimes stormy weather was challenging for us tent campers, we had a good time at site 19, which offers quite a bit of privacy and shade. My only complaint is over the guests near us who brought far too many people and used so much unrecyclable styrofoam and plastic for their meals, which after the storms and wind went all over the place, and they made no effort whatsoever to clean up their messes! We and your volunteers had to do it. I think more instruction on “how to tent camp” and “leave no trace” should be emphasized please.

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Location & Directions for Ocracoke Campground

4352 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke, NC 27960 United States

Elevation: 1 ft

Nearest town

Ocracoke, NC - 3.8 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

Ocracoke Campground is accessible via Irvin Garrish Highway (NC 12), which connects to Hatteras Island and the mainland.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Ocracoke is accessible only by ferry or aircraft. Ferry reservations may be required during peak season.
  • Camping is limited to a total of 14 days of camping between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Making reservations under another name or account to circumvent the 14 day restriction is prohibited.
  • Generators are allowed throughout the campground and must be turned off during quiet hours.
  • Wood fires are not permitted in the campground. Only charcoal cooking fires are permitted in a grill, stove, or other self-contained unit.
  • A fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials including, but not limited to, flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, plastics, aerosol canisters, batteries, or other manufactured or synthetic materials, is prohibited.
  • All equipment must fit on the site pad. If you have a large RV over 25 feet, you may have to park your second vehicle in the auxiliary parking area just outside the campground or purchase an additional campsite. Vehicles may not be parked on grass.
  • At each campsite, there is a limit of six people, two cars (or one car and one trailer), and two tents.
  • After heavy rain there may be areas of standing water due to the low terrain.
  • Biting insects are prevalent in summer months. Netting and repellent are recommended.
  • Campsites are exposed and subject to weather extremes. There are no shaded sites.
  • Must be 18 yrs of age to reserve a site.
  • For specific questions please call (252) 475-9054, hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ET.

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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