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NRSO |
| description |
Located in the famous Outer Banks area of the stunning North Carolina coast, this campground is perfect for a beach getaway trip. |
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The campground is located off North Carolina Route 12, three miles east of Ocracoke Village and ten miles west of Hatteras inlet ferry terminal. |
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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. |
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OCRACOKE CAMPGROUND |
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70986 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70986&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Ocracoke is accessible only by ferry or aircraft. Ferry reservations may be required during peak season. Sites are assigned upon arrival. If you are unfamiliar with the site and will be arriving after hours, we recommend calling (252) 928-6671 for registration instructions. Generators may not be used at campsites labeled as D Loop sites. Campsites are exposed and subject to weather extremes. There are no shaded sites. Biting insects are prevalent in summer months. Netting and repellent are recommended. At each campsite, there is a limit of six people, two cars (or one car and one trailer), and two tents. All equipment must fit on the site pad. If you have a large RV over 25 feet, you may have to park your second vehicle in the auxiliary parking area just outside the campground or purchase an additional campsite. Vehicles may not be parked on grass. Only charcoal cooking fires are permitted on a grill, stove, or other self-contained unit. Wood fires are not permitted. After heavy rain there may be areas of standing water due to the low terrain. Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Nearby Ocracoke Village offers restaurants, gift shops, grocery stores, a gas station and tackle shop. |
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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. |
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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. |