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The Atlantic Ocean on one side and Pamlico Sound on the other provide you with gorgeous water views, endless water activities, and a vacation like no other. If you love being outdoors, then you will love OBX camping on the beaches of Hatteras Island, NC.Our island retreat offers a much different vibe from the northern Outer Banks, as Rodanthe and the other island villages have a more laid-back feel, perfect for getting away from it all. This area still has all the same OBX offerings, though, from water sports to . If you are ready to relax, unwind and slow down with some oceanfront camping in North Carolina, plan your beach vacation to Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort. Enjoy Staying Right on the Beach at Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA ResortIf you're looking for the best campground in the OBX, we've got you covered! Our charming campground is located right off the beach in the lovely village of Rodanthe, NC. This locale is a delightful blend of cedar-clad vacation rentals and wide-open beaches, making it the perfect backdrop for your getaway. If you are wondering where to stay in Rodanthe, NC, look no further than Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort. Our variety of accommodations will fit every lifestyle and budget, and we offer direct Hatteras beach access with just a short jaunt to the Atlantic shoreline:For a home away from home or an Outer Banks glamping experience, try a , or . The variety of Hatteras Island vacation rental cabins and glamping tents we have are sure to satisfy all kinds of adventurers.Nestled among the dunes is the in North Carolina. Park your big rig on one of our sites for RV camping near Nags Head, Frisco, and more stunning spots in NC. Want something more rustic? Try OBX beach camping in one of our tent camping sites. We offer and sites within just a short distance to the beach. Explore Cape Hatteras, North Carolina and the Outer BanksIf this is your first time enjoying NC beach camping, you will be amazed at the vast expanses of undeveloped beach wilderness that lie between the island's seven village communities. With the Atlantic Ocean roaring to the east and the warm shallows of Pamlico Sound to your west, this area is beloved by anglers and surfers alike.By far, the most popular thing to do in the Outer Banks is to lose track of time at the beach! These endless stretches of natural shorelines are a great place to relax seaside and build sandcastles with the kids. Roam the sand dunes or participate in the countless water activities available, including kite boarding, stand-up paddle boarding, scuba diving, and more.Of course, there are plenty of other exciting on Hatteras Island and throughout the Outer Banks, such as:Climb Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.Picnic at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.Visit the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge.Reel in a big catch in the Gulf Stream waters with some .Special Campground AmenitiesWhen it comes to a pet-friendly oceanfront camping getaway in North Carolina, we know the littlest details can take your beach vacation to new heights. That is why we offer tons of , from comfortable features like picnic tables and electrical and water hookups at sites to fun-filled activities, designed to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.If you are taking a break from the salt and sand, there are still plenty of ways to cool off in the water at Cape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort. Make a splash in our Zero Entry Pool, swim in our Lap Lanes or relax in the Hot Tub. Taking an Outer Banks family vacation? Our campground offers plenty of fun-filled offerings on-site, so you never have to go far for a great time. Explore the abundant entertainment during the season, such as Tie Dye, Crafts, or the KOA Express Fun Train. Be sure to ask the front desk for a weekly “Schedule of Fun” for a list of all the activities going on. There's even a safe place for Fido to play within our . It is the perfect spot for your furry friends to stretch their legs after a day of travel.KOA is the best Outer Banks campground for beach goers, water enthusiasts and active types looking to adventure and relax. We offer a variety of OBX and options as well as the best around! Take advantage of our beach and sound access, do like the locals and grab your surfboard or kayak and get out on the water. Even if you have never surfed, there are plenty of local surf classes that will have you charging the waves in no time.Wondering Where to Camp in the Outer Banks? Book Your Stay at our Cape Hatteras KOA ResortCape Hatteras/Outer Banks KOA Resort is the perfect place to stay and play for a while. or today!
Reviews of Cape Hatteras-Outer Banks KOA Resort
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Verizon 4G
Confirmed by 8 users | Last reported on October 19, 2022AT&T 4G
Confirmed by 7 users | Last reported on October 03, 2021T-Mobile 4G/5G
Confirmed by 2 users | Last reported on March 25, 2023We stayed here over the Veterans Day weekend. The camp was less than 20% full. The only spots full were along the beach/dune. The staff was great. I must have booked the wrong site on the KOA app (sometimes the book button above/below where you pick the site can be confusing I guess) because I thought we were on the beach but I booked a premium site instead which is about $10 cheaper. When we arrived and were checking in the staff gave us a beach-front site without charging us more. The pool is open all year but not heated but the hot tub is huge and the whole family enjoyed it. The campground is located in the center of the outer banks so it is great for checking out the islands. You can’t beat the beach access and the KOA is well taken care of with good bathrooms, playgrounds, and dog park. The sites are all paved or gravel and mostly level. With descent WiFi and cable. We were pleased and will come back.
Nightly Rate: $85.00
Days Stayed: 3
Site Number: 204
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T-Mobile 4G
The staff was lovely, the swimming pool was great for lap swimming, all the amenities were wonderful...but our sole purpose for staying here was the sites so near the beach. They are very disappointing in that you are right on top of your neighbor. I mean the black hose is RIGHT there! Any type of landscaping or small fencing would help.
Nightly Rate: -
Days Stayed: 3
Site Number: -
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AT&T 4G
We stayed here for two nights: Saturday/Sunday mid Covid pandemic. The place was booked solid. Check in and additional store purchases were very nice and they were adhering to the state mask requirements and requiring guests to do the same inside. Outside was more of a choice how close you wanted to get to others. We chose to avoid the bathrooms and showers so I can’t speak to the cleanliness although I did hear one woman complaining about the showers not being very clean. We enjoyed the beach (right there and not too crowded) and visited the huge pool. I particularly enjoyed the dog wash station and dog friendliness. Four stars because the spots are tight and so close we left our curtains closed almost the whole time.
Nightly Rate: $108.00
Days Stayed: 2
Site Number: 349
Cell Coverage Rating
AT&T 4G
We stayed in the pre-season when it was significantly cheaper. This is a great campground on hatteras and I prefer it to the one that’s next door because it’s not quite as large and crowded. There’s a lot more grass and less concrete. The kiddo loved the beautiful, huge pool, the arcade and the jumping pillow. This will definitely be my go-to for trips to hatteras.
Nightly Rate: $45.00
Days Stayed: 2
Site Number: -
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T-Mobile 5G
We stayed 8/29 to 9/3 which is the perfect time to camp. The park was about 50% full over the weekend and 30% full during the week. We were the only one in our row the entire week. The prime spots closets to the beach were packed in tight but they did a good job spreading everyone else out. Perfect weather except for one really strong storm overnight which left some areas with minor flooding. Wifi was the best in any park we have been in. Multiple connection points throughout the park. We streamed movies with no problems. Also we had a strong Verizon signal. Pool was fantastic. Outstanding staff. I saw staff securing an absent campers tent when it was threatened with high winds. Staff picking up garbage on the fence line after the storm. Staff being considerate of walkers when mowing. These are just some examples. Zero depth entry on the kiddie side with water slide at the 5 foot deep end. A couple of obviously broken chairs remained on the pool deck the entire week. Otherwise the pool and hot tub were pretty clean. Nice camp store, plenty of ice and supplies. Masks still required in NC. Looked in the bathrooms/showers once and they were pretty clean. Outstanding lunch at Sheila's cafe which is onsite. KOA also owns the large vacant lot (compliments of a hurricane) across the street which offers the best sunset views and kite boarding/watching. KOA is about family. Last night it was pretty neat watching the nightly KOA train filled with kids with light sticks, dancing and waving there arms to YMCA as the train snaked through the park.
Nightly Rate: $105.00
Days Stayed: 7
Site Number: 242
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Verizon 4G
We are van campers and don’t usually stay in places like this. But this one was exceptional in every way; very large campsites, incredibly well managed and clean… we noticed many families enjoying themselves with all the incredible activities and amenities they have provided. But the best part is its location. It is like being straight out of a movie. We drove all the way from San Diego California to see this little town and were thrilled to have found this campground. Highly recommend it.
Nightly Rate: $115.00
Days Stayed: 3
Site Number: 305
Cell Coverage Rating
Verizon 4G
The beach access is the best part. We were only 2 rows from the dunes so we could hear and fall asleep to the ocean every night. We had a 30/50 amp full hook up site. The sites are understandably close together, but we were on a corner and only had neighbors on 1 site.
The pads were mostly level and the landscaping could use some work, but nothing to complain about. We didn't really use the WiFi or the shower rooms, but the laundry was nice and always available during our stay. We arrived mid-week during the end of VA and NC spring break. It was packed with kids and families until about Friday and then I'd say the park was at 50% or less capacity the rest of our stay.
Nightly Rate: $72.00
Days Stayed: 9
Site Number: 418
Cell Coverage Rating
AT&T 4G
Everything you need to have a good time with it without kids! Year round Pool, hot tub, ocean beach, bay beach, bounce pad, playground all within a walk of each other. Nice level site with every5hing we needed!
Nightly Rate: $125.00
Days Stayed: 7
Site Number: 314
Cell Coverage Rating
AT&T 4G
Mixed feelings about this KOA.
If you are fully self contained, I highly recommend this KOA. But if there is a chance you will need the bathhouse, I strongly recommend going somewhere else.
Great location and lots of amenities. All the staff was very friendly! WiFi is weak, if you can get on, but Verizon cell service is good. However, the bathhouses are nasty!
Several staff members we talked to blamed it on the guests and I agree the guests could and should do better, cleaning up after themselves. But, it became evident that the bathhouses were not being cleaned well on a daily basis.
The restrooms themselves were acceptable most of the time. The toilet paper ran out in a couple of stalls and was not replaced for days and the restrooms themselves could use a little TLC like a fresh coat of paint.
The showers are awful though. They stayed dirty and the plumbing fixtures need to be fixed inside and out.
I couldn’t adjust the water in one because the valve handle was so loose, then I couldn’t even turn it off. I had to get dressed and move to another one.
The shower floors were nasty with dirt, dried clumps of hair, and paper labels on the floor. One of the “family” showers was not cleaned for at least 4 days because the can I put some trash in was not emptied for 4 days. A dried clump of hair in the shower, and somebody’s shampoo washcloth remained as well.
On top of that, the lights in the individual showers are motion sensor activated and will go off in less than 3 minutes while in the shower.
Even the open air hallway between the showers and restrooms was never swept. Leaves and other debris stayed on the floor all week.
The dishwashing sinks are even worse. I don’t think they have ever been intentionally cleaned. One was clogged for a day with nasty smelling water and both of them had grease and dirt all over them the whole week. The fish cleaning sink near the beach was clogged with fish scales.
Although we did not need the laundry room, it had issues as well. I think it was corrected during our stay, but I agree with one of the other reviewers, why not replace each machine as soon as they stop working instead of waiting until they all go out?
5 stars if it were not for the bathhouses.
Nightly Rate: -
Days Stayed: 6
Site Number: 604
Cell Coverage Rating
Verizon 4G
We were here in the off season (end of March). Occupancy was about 20%. There was no one in our entire section! It's an easy walk to the beach or the pool from any site. Bath houses were in good shape and also conveniently located. They have ample shower facilities for after beach rincing. They even have a pet wash. Our kids loved the huge hot tub, pool, playground and bouncing pads. Our wifi experience wasn't good but because of the great Verizon signal I didn't put any time into connecting to different points, going to the clubhouse, or anything to improve the wifi results.
We don't usually stay at full hookups but the sewer seemed at least 15' from my wet bay in my back in site. I don't know if this is unusual but I used every inch of hose I had.
Nightly Rate: $35.00
Days Stayed: 4
Site Number: 413
Cell Coverage Rating
Verizon 4G
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- Kampgrounds of America (KOA)
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- 30
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- Longest Vehicle Length Reported
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