Hammocks Beach State Park

391 VFW Road, Cedar Point, NC 28584, USA

Nestled within the serene coastal landscape of Croatan National Forest, Cedar Point Campground offers 36 thoughtfully designed sites where modern comfort meets natural beauty. With 32 reservable sites and 4 available for spontaneous adventurers on a first-come, first-served basis, each campsite features a paved pad and comprehensive electrical hookups (20/30/50 amp service) to accommodate any RV or camping setup. The well-appointed bathhouse provides private hot showers and flush toilets, while a convenient dump station with potable water ensures a comfortable stay. Here, the gentle sounds of salt marshes blend with coastal forest whispers, creating a peaceful retreat just moments from the pristine waters of Bogue Sound and Swansboro Inlet.

Forest Road 181, New Port, NC, 28570

Nestled along the tranquil banks of the Newport River, Oyster Point Campground offers an authentic back-to-nature experience within the expansive Croatan National Forest. This intimate hideaway features 15 thoughtfully spaced campsites, each equipped with the essentials for a comfortable stay—sturdy picnic tables for riverside dining, fire grills for evening cookouts, level tent pads, convenient parking spurs, and classic lantern posts that cast a warm glow as darkness falls. Whether you're casting a line into the river's gentle current, paddling through pristine waterways, hitting the trail for a forest adventure, or using the campground as your base for exploring charming coastal towns and windswept beaches, Oyster Point delivers the perfect blend of wilderness solitude and accessible recreation.

Flanners Beach Road, New Bern, NC 28560, USA

Perched majestically on a scenic bluff above the winding Neuse River, Flanners Beach Campground has become a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking the perfect blend of riverside tranquility and modern comfort. This gem within the Neuse River Recreation Area features 39 thoughtfully designed campsites, including several equipped with electrical hookups and two spacious double sites perfect for larger groups. Campers here enjoy the luxury of a well-appointed bathhouse with private hot showers, while an inviting picnic area provides the ideal spot for riverside meals and gatherings. Though beach access remains temporarily closed following Hurricane Florence, the campground continues to enchant visitors with its elevated river views and peaceful atmosphere.