Cabins near Currie, North Carolina are situated in a coastal plain region with elevations ranging from 20 to 60 feet above sea level. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers reaching 90°F and mild winters rarely dropping below 30°F. Most cabin facilities remain open year-round, though winter visitors should note reduced staff and services at some locations from November through March.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Carolina Beach State Park Campground offers excellent fishing access with several species available. "The park is on the smaller size but has a few hiking trails that are very nice. It also has a trail that goes around Singletary lake! The lake is awesome, great kayaking and fishing!" according to one visitor.
Beach access: Accessing nearby beaches is straightforward from most cabin sites. A camper at Carolina Beach State Park Campground notes, "Not only does it have an awesome campground, but it's right near one of the best beaches I've ever been to. The sites are nice and secluded, just how I like them."
Winter camping: The cabin areas remain less crowded during colder months. "I really enjoy camping here in December and January. Less people and the park is so nice," reports a visitor to Carolina Beach State Park Campground.
Off-season exploration: In The Pines RV & Cabin Village provides maintained walking paths during off-peak times. "New Park with all the amenities you need, clean well kept facilities and grounds. Dog Park and nice mowed lanes for walks," notes a recent guest.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many cabin rentals maintain high cleanliness standards. A visitor to Wilmington KOA reported, "The camp store had everything you needed in case you forgot something. It is in a high trafficked area so don't look for peace and quiet. The playground was awesome and included a cool wooden pirate ship."
Fishing access: Multiple rental cabins provide direct water access. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's, a visitor mentioned, "The ponds are overfished and difficult to catch fish so make sure to use finesse."
Hot showers: Consistent hot water remains important to cabin guests. "The bath house is always clean and stocked even in the winter. The bathhouse is also heated during the winter months and there are quit a few outlets available which we used to charge our phones," writes a Carolina Beach State Park visitor.
Proximity to services: Cabin locations offer good access to nearby towns. "The area is just away from White lake and Elizabethtown to be secluded and private but close enough to get what you need from the Walmart or Food Lion in town!" explains a visitor to Camp Ipecac.
What you should know
Facility condition varies: Not all cabin properties maintain the same standards. A recent visitor to Lake Leamon Family Campground stated, "The so-called bathhouses need a severe update. The bathhouse does not have HVAC in it. There's one male toilet and one female toilet for the entire camp."
Reservation requirements: Most cabin properties require advance booking, particularly during summer. "This campground is packed on holiday weekends. There were only 2 campsites available when we visited for memorial day weekend," noted a Carolina Beach visitor.
Environmental factors: Some properties have location-specific concerns. At Oceans RV Resort, a camper noted, "Sometimes, when the winds blow out of the east, every camper smells the sewage treatment plant across the back fence. Truth be told, it is rare, only a few days out of the month."
Accessibility considerations: Terrain varies between cabin locations. Wilmington KOA provides "level spacious sites, most with a good shade tree, allows for a quick set up," according to a visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Camp Ipecac Group Camp accommodates mixed camping groups effectively. "This is a spacious group camping area; You can rent some cabins and/or rent RV spots so if you have a mixed camping family, so came come in their rvs/trailers and others can rent a cabin and y'all will still be next to each other."
Water access: Not all locations permit swimming. At Carolina Beach State Park, a camper noted, "The only downside is you can't swim within the park, because the currents can get dangerous. The beach is only like 5 minutes away though, so not really a big deal."
Recreation variety: Some cabin sites offer extensive children's amenities. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park provides "laser tag, splash pad, water slides, indoor and outdoor pool, playgrounds, dog parks, putt-putt, ice cream, fishing, basketball, volleyball, horse shoes…and our kids did it all," according to a family visitor.
Quiet times: Off-peak seasons provide a different family experience. Wilmington KOA "is convenient to downtown Wilmington and a short drive to Wrightsville Beach. Plenty of shopping and other entertainment nearby if the weather doesn't cooperate."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For cabin rentals with RV sites, position matters. At Wilmington KOA, "The deluxe tent sites were very nice with a covered sitting area and soft pads for our tent. The sites were well spaced as well."
Extended stays: Several properties accommodate longer visits. A visitor at Oceans RV Resort shared, "We're getting a $1200.00 monthly rate which makes it do-able."
Utilities access: Power connections vary between properties. "Plenty of space between sites and very accommodating staff/assistance. Great store with camping essentials," notes a visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Laundry facilities: Cabin guests may need to plan for laundry needs. Oceans RV Resort provides modern solutions: "The laundry will run off an app on your phone."
