Top Campgrounds & RV Parks

This selection of North Carolina camping sites spans from the Atlantic coast to the Appalachian Mountains. Coastal options include primitive beach camping at Cape Lookout National Seashore and the Outer Banks' Oregon Inlet. In the west, specialized lodges like Deals Gap and Blue Ridge Motorcycle Campgrounds cater to riders near the Tail of the Dragon. The list also features family-oriented RV resorts, state park sites at Lake Phelps, and secluded backcountry spots accessible by permit along the French Broad River.

Oregon Inlet Campground

Located within Cape Hatteras National Seashore, this site offers 120 pads for tents and trailers with boardwalk access to the Atlantic beach. Facilities include flush toilets, potable water, and heated showers.

Cape Point Campground

Set among the sand dunes near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, this seasonal campground provides level pads for tents and RVs. It is the closest site to the surf fishing spot at the point.

Cape Lookout beach camping

Primitive beach camping accessible only by boat or ferry. No designated sites or facilities exist; campers must bring all water and supplies. Open fires are permitted below the high-tide line.

Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort

Located at the start of the Tail of the Dragon, this resort features a motel, campground, and full-service restaurant. It serves as a hub for motorcyclists riding the 318 curves of Highway 129.

Camp Hatteras RV Resort & Campground

A 50-acre resort stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pamlico Sound. It features over 400 sites with full hookups, indoor and outdoor pools, and a private marina.

Pettigrew State Park Campground

Situated on the shore of Lake Phelps, this site offers tent and trailer camping under a canopy of ancient cypress trees. Includes access to pier fishing and shallow-water boating.

North Mills River Campground

Located in Pisgah National Forest, this site offers access to trout fishing and mountain biking trails. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings, and a bathhouse with flush toilets.

Blue Ridge Motorcycle Campgrounds

A rider-only campground located on the East Fork of the Pigeon River. It features tent sites, wooden cabins, and an on-site kitchen serving breakfast and dinner near the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's

Family-oriented resort in Tabor City featuring RV sites, cabins, and yurts. Amenities include a water park, mini-golf, fishing ponds, and organized recreational activities.

Evan's Island Campsite

A secluded backcountry site along the French Broad River, accessible only by water. Requires a permit for overnight stays and follows Leave No Trace principles.

Big Pine Campsite

Primitive paddle-in campsite located on the French Broad River. Part of the river trail system, it requires a permit and offers no vehicle access or developed facilities.

Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground

Located near the Great Smoky Mountains, this park offers full hookup RV sites, tent areas, and cabins. Facilities include a swimming pool and proximity to the Tuckasegee River.

Lost Mine Camp Ground

A mountain campground located near the Nantahala River, offering tent sites and basic RV hookups. Close to whitewater rafting outposts and hiking trails.