Sunset Beach sits at the southern tip of North Carolina's Brunswick County where coastal campers enjoy mild winters and warm summer temperatures averaging 85°F. Most RV sites near Sunset Beach maintain year-round operations, with several campgrounds positioned along the Intracoastal Waterway. Atlantic beaches are typically within a 5-15 minute drive from nearby camping locations.
What to do
Water activities on the Intracoastal: The Hideaway RV Park sits directly on the Intracoastal Waterway about 15 minutes from ocean beaches. "Right on the Intercoastal waterway! Great spaces with plenty of room. Full hookups, very clean and well kept!" notes Alan. The campground offers fishing opportunities with "a fishing pier to main waterway and fishing pond," according to Derek C.
Golf cart explorations: Many campgrounds accommodate golf carts for local travel. At Barefoot RV Resort, "golf kart friendly to all local eating and show places, grocery stores and more..." reports Fred R. This allows easy access to nearby attractions without moving your RV.
Vineyard visits: Unique to the area, CarrollWoods RV Park at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard combines camping with wine tasting. "If you visit, you must get one of their wine floats," suggests Nancy C. The campground features "a winery with taste testing hours and wine to purchase," adds Robert M.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Campers consistently praise the generous site spacing at several campgrounds near Sunset Beach. At Willow Tree RV Resort, "the sites are huge and along the lake where I camped, they are angled so that you don't really see much of your neighbors," notes Rose S. The resort features "large lots with nice long pull through, clean and quiet with a friendly staff," according to Ramona K.
Concrete pads: Level sites with concrete pads are highly valued by campers. "All concrete sites with 20, 30, and 50 amp service. Gated and safe. As soon as a camper pulls out, they pressure wash every site as needed," reports Josh D. about Barefoot RV Resort. The concrete pads provide stability in all weather conditions.
Beach access options: Proximity to beaches remains important. S & W RV Park offers "reasonably priced during peak season" sites with "quiet site, not a lot on amenities, but nice wooded areas, friendly staff, and 20 minutes to Holden beach, 20 minutes to Southport," according to Lauren D.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Winter brings both advantages and challenges. At Hideaway RV Park, "It's prone to flooding in the winter season and you may need to move sites. With all the upgrades, there are a lot of new rules like no patio mats so the grass can grow," explains Candy H. Travelers should prepare for potential weather-related adjustments during winter stays.
Various alcohol policies: Unlike many area RV parks, S & W RV Park prohibits alcohol. This rule differs from campgrounds like Hideaway RV Park and Barefoot RV Resort, which allow alcohol consumption at campsites.
Campground rules: Some resorts implement strict regulations. Briarcliffe RV Resort "has a ton of rules with fines to go along with them, but don't be alarmed they are all completely reasonable and are there to maintain the look and feel of the campground," explains Kyle D. Research campground policies before arrival to avoid unexpected restrictions.
Tips for camping with families
Beach shuttle services: Some campgrounds provide beach transportation. At Holden Beach RV Campground, "a free trolly takes you to the beach and some restaurants," notes Taissa K., making beach days easier with children.
Pool options: Specialized swimming areas benefit families with varying swimming abilities. At Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach, "There are 4 pools and a water park for the kids. During the summer weekends they provide pool service for drinks which is really nice," reports Deb P. The pools include "one for kids with a slide & lazy river and one more for adults/quieter activities," adds Jessica D. about Barefoot RV Resort.
Activity variety: Family-oriented campgrounds offer structured entertainment. At Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach, "the staff providing activities, especially on the weekends" keeps families engaged throughout their stay. The resort has "indoor pools, outdoor pools, waterslide, putt putt, bowling alley, and an arcade," according to Michele P.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Despite concrete pads, some sites require additional leveling. At Barefoot RV Resort, "Our site was concrete but in no way level, we had to use our leveling blocks to keep our auto leveling system from lifting wheels on our class c," explains Kyle D. Bring leveling blocks even when staying at resorts with concrete pads.
Internet connectivity: Remote workers should check connectivity options. At North Myrtle Beach RV Resort, "We both work from home on hot spots and our Verizon connection was great," reports Ariel F. CarrollWoods offers reliable service where "T-mobile phone and hotspot work well, ATT hotspot ok," according to Robert M.
Utility considerations: Water quality varies between campgrounds. One reviewer notes Briarcliffe RV Resort "had dirty drinking water which is a big problem." When traveling with an RV near Sunset Beach, consider bringing water filters or bottled water for drinking.
