Great Island Cabin Camp
Great Island Cabin Camp is a national park campground in North Carolina. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National park campground
- Location
- North Carolina
- Coordinates
- 34.76056, -76.41222
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Beach Camping, Beachcombing, Boating, Camping, Clam Digging, Crabbing, Fire Lookouts/cabins Overnight, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Hunting, Kayaking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 252-728-2250 HARKERS ISLAND VISITOR CENTER OR (252)725-0256 GREAT ISLAND CABIN CAMP OFFICE
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Great Island Cabin Camp
Overview Great Island Cabin Camp sits on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, just off the North Carolina coast. This historic, remote camp has long been a favorite destination for fishermen and beachgoers. Because it is only accessible by water, visitors arrive either by personal boat or by reserving space on one of the vehicle ferries that cross scenic Core Sound to South Core Banks. 4WD, high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended due to deep sand on the Back Road and along the oceanside beaches. There are no paved roads on South Core Banks. An Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Driving Permit is required and must be purchased on Recreation.gov before your trip. Upon arrival, present your proof of purchase to staff at the Great Island Cabin Camp Office, and they will issue the appropriate decal for your vehicle. Recreation The park’s sweeping sandy beaches invite visitors to fish, explore, beachcomb for shells, swim, watch coastal birds, or simply unwind in a place that still feels wild. Many anglers consider spring and fall at Cape Lookout to offer some of the finest fishing on the entire Atlantic Coast. For paddlers, Cape Lookout is a dream. With 112 miles of uninhabited shoreline—from calm, glassy sound side waters to exhilarating surf—this seashore has become one of the premier kayaking destinations in the Mid-Atlantic. Whether you’re seeking peaceful solitude or an adventurous workout, the waterways here offer unforgettable experiences. The park’s swe
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dump Station · 37 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Shell · 47 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Core Banks -- Beach camping | National park campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Great Island Cabin Camp | National park campground | under 0.1 mi | $80–$180 | — |
| Great Island Cabins | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Cedar Creek Campground | Private campground | 7.7 mi | — | — |
| The Landing RV Park | Private campground | 8.3 mi | — | — |
| Harkers Island RV Resort & Campground | Private campground | 9.3 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.