North Core Banks - Beach Camping sits among the stunning landscapes of Cape Lookout National Seashore in North Carolina . With 25 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-jun, Oct-Nov when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
📸 Discover the Beauty of Cape Lookout National Seashore
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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North Core Banks – Beach Camping located in North Carolina, offering 25 camping sites.
North Core Banks – Beach Camping
A Rural campground in North Carolina
Overview
Dispersed Camping Along the Ocean Beach of This 20- Barrier Island — This Is Backcountry-Style Camping — All Camping Is Done Directly on the Ocean Beach, There Are No Camp Sites. This Area Is Reached Only by Ferry. Both Tent Camping and Vehicle Camping Is Allowed. Vehicles — 4X4 Highly Recommended — Must Be Able to Drive on the Soft Sand of the Beach and the Sand Trail Behind the Dunes Known As the “Back Road”. There Are No Hard Surfaces on the Island. Practice Leave No Trace Principles.Managed by: National Park Service
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 25
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 40 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: No
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Long Point Cabins
City: , North Carolina
Coordinates: 34.899017, -76.257348
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-888-467-2757
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Beach|trail|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $30-40
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 12 stations
Nearest Market: Charlotte/Raleigh
Notes: Signals FROM Charlotte/Raleigh MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 26 stations (8 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WBT 1110 Am
Market: Charlotte/Raleigh
Notes: 8 AM, 18 FM Stations from Charlotte/Raleigh
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Hudson Brothers
Distance: 25.0 miles away
Address: 193 Freedom Park Rd., Beaufort, NC
Network: blink-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10318296
- Managing Agency: National Park Service
- Agency Email: npshq_info@nps.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.nps.gov/
- Parent Park: Cape Lookout National Seashore
- Park Website: /parks/cape-lookout-national-seashore/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Seashores
- Parks Post Name: cape-lookout-national-seashore
- Parent Park Name: Cape Lookout National Seashore
- Correct Park Type Mapping: cape-lookout-national-seashore
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 4.0
- States Covered: North Carolina
- Managing Agencies: National Park Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 128.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 2613
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2613
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: north-carolina
- Agency Slug: national-park-service
- Park Type Slug: national-seashores
- Parent Park Slug: cape-lookout-national-seashore
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service
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