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Cape Point Campground

12 mi north of Ocracoke, NC · Verizon 4G

Federal campgroundtype
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About Cape Point Campground

Cape Point Campground sites have a shortened reservation window. Due to the ground saturation and potential for flooding we encourage you to check the sites prior to paying. Cape Point Campground is centrally located to all of the attractions on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The campground puts you within walking distance of arguably the best fishing and surfing on the east coast. A short walk through the dunes leads you to the beach at the infamous Cape Hatteras. Many trophy fish have been landed from the point, and it has been a surfing destination for decades. If you prefer to drive to the beach you can access one of the many off-road vehicle ramps within a short distance of the campground. Exploration of the barrier islands beyond their beaches is possible on a hike through the nearby maritime forest. The Buxton Woods Trail is a 3/4 mile loop that can be accessed just north of…

  • Fees: Reservations only via Recreation.gov Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.…
  • Managed by: Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NPS
  • Where: 12 mi north of Ocracoke, NC · 35.23621, -75.9225

Things to do:

FishingHikingSwimmingBikingOff-road (OHV)Wildlife & birding

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Good to know

Cell signal

Verizon 4G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Pristine

The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.

Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.
RV essentials

Dump station: 7.6 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.
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