Ocracoke Campground

- Mar–Dec
- best months
Is Ocracoke Campground open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. It doesn't name Ocracoke Campground, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).
Project Safety Closure in Place Near Southernmost Groin in Buxton
Park closure covering Cape Hatteras National Seashore · NPS · Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Closure of Billy Mitchell Airport for Repaving Project
Park closure covering Cape Hatteras National Seashore · NPS · Cape Hatteras National Seashore
As of · Source: NPS · Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Overview Located in the famous Outer Banks area of the stunning North Carolina coast, this campground is perfect for a beach getaway trip. Recreation The seashore provides a place for active recreation or for quiet reflection. Campers can visit a lighthouse, look for seashells, go fishing and clamming or just sit back and enjoy the peace and beauty of the white sandy beaches. More active recreational activities include swimming, kayaking and windsurfing. Bird and wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime for campers. The seashore provides a home and habitat for creatures large and small, on land and in the water.Facilities Ocracoke Campground is only accessible by ferry or aircraft. Campsites are located on sandy soil, so campers are encouraged to bring extra-long tent stakes. Flush toilets, drinking water, cold showers, and grills are all provided for a more comfortable beach camping experience. The campground is conveniently located on the ocean side, separated from the beach by barrier dunes.Natural Features Ocracoke Campground sits on a barrier island along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The shore a recreational oasis for beach lovers. This ribbon of sand provides some of the most dazzling scenery that the Atlantic coast has to offer. Nearby Attractions Nearby Ocracoke Village offers restaurants, gift shops, grocery stores, a gas station, and tackle shop. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (252) 475-9054.
Local outfitters
- Cape Hatteras Anglers Club24 mi away
- The Black Boat LLC48 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
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Best time to visit Ocracoke Campground
Best months: March–December. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
52° / 39°
9 wet
Feb
54° / 40°
9 wet
Mar
59° / 46°
9 wet
Apr
68° / 54°
8 wet
May
75° / 63°
8 wet
Jun
82° / 70°
9 wet
Jul
85° / 74°
10 wet
Aug
85° / 73°
11 wet
Sep
80° / 70°
9 wet
Oct
73° / 60°
8 wet
Nov
62° / 50°
8 wet
Dec
56° / 43°
10 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Ocracoke, NC, 3.6 mi away at 4 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.




