Best Tent Camping near Emerald Isle, NC

Recent Tent Reviews in Emerald Isle

185 Reviews of 8 Emerald Isle Campgrounds

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  Youssef S.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 8, 2024

  Croatan National Forest Oyster Point Campground

  Will be back!

  Fantastic experience. I am a seasoned back woods camper, and brought along two first timers. This was the perfect middle ground. Beautiful views with an isolated area. Rustic feel, but still had the comfort of bathrooms, running water, fire pits, and nearby cities.

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  Mambo M.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 1, 2024

  Cedar Point Campground

  HOSTS DO NOT FOLLOW RULES

  Do NOT stay here!! The hosts do not follow the published USFS/recreation.gov rules, oe even their own posted rules. FFS sites are in fact booked IN ADVANCE. You can book them for days at a time, anytime. The app is INACCURATE. The hosts simply do whatever they want, then argue when presented with published rules and policies. Additionally, no handicapped placard or other disability proof is required to rent the wheelchair accesssible sites across from the bath house and all were filled with able-bodied persons in huge RVs. Horrible experience and OUTRAGEOUS $8 reservation fee and $10-$18 cancellation fee. Furthermore, there are serious issues with the electric connections, which you have no choice but to pay for. We were only able to occasionally have reliable electricity, resulting in even small 5V items not charging. The biggest issue was inconsistent/incomplete charging of wheelchair batteries. We had to rely on vehicle power charging for most things. The campsites are also poorly arranged, forcing tents to be placed within 2-3’ of fire rings, which is ridiculously unsafe. The sites are also full of fire ant beds - including on the tent/table pad itself. One of the poorest managed campgrounds I have ever stayed in.

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  Manuela N.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 30, 2024

  Nick’s Nook Family Campground

  Small quiet Campground A++

  Small quiet campground that has some adorable amenities. Pet and child friendly. Nick (the owner) is super helpful and they even have item you may have forgotten they will lend out. Firewood is provided. We stayed I. Their little cabin on a whim. Cozy but small. AC and heat both worked well. Their camp store has very affordable gifts and some supplies one might need. We came to this area to try some unique restaurants. The cabin allowed us to stay and try all of them. We went to the Mad Boar on Friday night for some amazing prime rib and unique appetizer. We went to The Country Squire and enjoyed a wine tasting before a dreamy colonial meal. The atmosphere here was so realistic. They even have an inn. And of course we had to go to the Duplin Winery. Next time we will bring the kids to enjoy the craft hour and playground.

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  Michelle L.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 14, 2024

  Phoenix Farms Vineyard

  Beautiful

  The hosts are friendly, and the fire is warm. It's so fun to see all of the animals. The property is beautiful, and the camp spot is private. We have plenty of space for our RV. Feeling thankful!

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  Thunderroad 5.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 23, 2024

  Cedar Point Campground

  Enjoyed our stay

  Stayed 3 nights here. Nice quiet federal campground. Quiet and maintained. Definitely need water at sites. Can't adjust water temp in showers here. Fortunately not freezing water and one night had hot water. With these improvements, would give 5 stars. Can't beat price. Would definitely stay again. Close enough to beach and things we like to do. Had a great breakfast at Angie's Diner near by.

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  Cori L M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 19, 2024

  The Lakes RV & Cabin Resort

  Quiet and beautiful

  We stayed from Fri to Sun and we enjoyed every moment we stayed. Caught fish and enjoyed the pool. And the golf cart rental was awesome too

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  Christine

  Guide

  

  Aug. 10, 2024

  Surf City Family Campground

  Located right on the beach

  The spots are very close together. There is no shade, but a constant beach breeze.

  You can not see ocean from the campground due to the dunes, but it is about 300 feet to the water.

  The owners are very nice. He will even help park your rv with his tractor.

  Same price for full hookups verses no sewer. You will have to go across the street to their other campground to dump and there is no water for rinsing, only a sewer drain.

  The public bathroom stalls only go as high as shoulder level.

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  Beech Pack A.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 30, 2024

  Harbor Point RV Community

  I agree with Beth's review

  Everything Beth said, we had the same experience, unfortunately.

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  janet P.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 30, 2024

  Surf City Family Campground

  Right on the Beach!

  A gem of a place! Call to reserve a spot. The staff is super helpful and friendly. We loved being right by the beach. There are spots for RVs and tents. You could still hear the waves even with RVs running air conditioners.

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  Cody G.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 28, 2024

  The Inlet Campground (Formerly Laniers Campground)

  Nice spot

  Nice pool and walking path around the edge of the sound.

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  Cedar Creek C.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 2, 2024

  Cedar Creek Campground & Marina

  Great Campground ⛺️

  Quiet campground, great views of the ocean and Marsh. 

  Close to the Morris Marina, Davis, and Ocracoke ferry. Easy access to the Outer and Core banks.

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  Tracy K.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 1, 2024

  Campsite at Wallace Meadows Farm / RV site at Wallace Meadows Farm

  Lovely place to camp!

  We recently stayed overnight at Wallace Meadows and it was one of the most lovely places we've ever been to! Rich was very friendly and welcoming and the hookup & amenities they offered for a fee were excellent. The bath house was spotless and we each enjoyed a nice hot shower! The property is surrounded by trees and it was very tranquil. There's even a guesthouse which could possibly accommodate fellow travelers who may not have an RV. There's also a laundry room but we didn't use it. They have a background in hospitality and it really shows. Before we left, we purchased some fresh eggs from their farm, beautifully packaged and delicious! We will return to North Carolina. There's so much to see here and we'll definitely return to Wallace Meadows Farm.

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  andy B.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 25, 2024

  Oyster Point Campground

  Nice find

  Great spot and host

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  Lucy P.

  Ranger

  

  Mar. 22, 2024

  Oyster Point Campground

  Gem of a campground

  Quiet, beautiful, cheap, great cell service. Love this place!

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  Kristie R.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 11, 2024

  Cedar Point Campground

  Great place with a great host!

  Camping in the winter and a newbie, but this place was great. Showers and bathrooms were exceptionally clean. Dog friendly, electric and good clean drinking water on site. Can only stay 14 days at a time.

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  Tiffini S.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 7, 2024

  Emerald Isle RV Resort

  This place has lost its touch!

  We have stayed at this campground many times since 2016 and always loved it. The location is awesome, the owner, and the staff were so nice and friendly. Its not that way anymore. There are no longer loyalty programs for repeat customers and they dont care if you stay there or not. When this new company bought this campground they decided $55 to $80 a night was not enough, they want to charge $155 and up depending on when you are staying. This is insane! There are other campgrounds we stay at that have a lot of stuff to offer and they are no where near this expensive, you hardly have anything to offer at this campground. You are giving the customer a place to park, water, sewer and electricity for $155 and up a night, and thats it! There is no security at this place anymore so you better change your storage locks on your camper because most are keyed alike, dont leave anything outside like bikes, grills, shoes, clothes, etc... because they will disappear. This never happened before, makes you wonder who is wondering around stealing. I won't be back until the prices come down and improvements are made. I wish everyone would find other places to go for the next few years and these owners would be forced to sell and maybe we could have our campground back.

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 5, 2024

  Nick’s Nook Family Campground

  Now Bookable on the Dyrt!

  Jake from the Dyrt here! This campground is new to the Dyrt and open for reservations through the Dyrt!

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  terri L.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 29, 2023

  Cedar Island Ranch

  Beautiful Area

  This campground was great. They have horseback riding on grounds and the ferry to Ocracoke is literally right there. Bath house older but clean. There’s a small beach and store. Staff was outstanding. Only complaint were the ruts in the dirt roads. They need filling in. And don’t stay near trees because the mosquitoes were awful.

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  Timothy M.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 24, 2023

  Closed permanently

  Safe and spacious

  Talk about Southern hospitality, the hosts were amazing and the campsite was a safe place for Luna and I to spend the night!

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  Shela C.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 21, 2023

  JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

  1st camping trip

  My husband and I recently purchased a small RV and decided to do a short trip close to home. This campground is amazing. Beautiful views fishing is good and the hosts are very nice and informative. Will be returning to this gem of a campground!

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  Roger W.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 19, 2023

  Oyster Point Campground

  Water Views and Spacious Sites

  Oyster Point: Great sites. Sites w water view are best.
  (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

  (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy offered - after the trailer is in the spot.)

  Overall Rating: 4 Price 2023: $ 5 w interagency pass Usage during visit: Light Site Privacy: Underbrush has been trimmed it looks like. So, there is not as much privacy between sites. Site Spacing: Very wide sites .
  Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Quiet during our stay.
  Road Noise: Secluded. No public roads nearby. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. One or two spigots. Generators:Allowed Bathroom: Pit toilet is clean and well stocked. Showers: No Pull Throughs: Site 13 is a pull through Cell Service (AT&T): 2 - 4 bars Setting: Pine forest with a more of Newport River Weather: 72 fall day high. Bugs: No mosquitoes. Must be gone for the year Solar: Maybe too forested in some spots. In site # 5 at 9:00 AM we had some solar charge happening Host: Tonia is a delightful host Rig size: Our site would fit a large rig. Sites: I took pictures of the sites on the shore side of the campground. They are the best, but all sites here I would be happy with. Sites #9 and #11 have pathways to a very small private beach. Site 1 is close to a pit toilet. Maybe a smell issue now and then.

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  Roger W.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 19, 2023

  Flanners Beach Campground

  Great Private Sites

  Neuse River Flanners Beach Campground: Most sites have visual privacy (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

  (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy offered - after the trailer is in the spot.)

  Overall Rating: 4.5 Price 2023: $ $10 + $5 per night for electricity w interagency pass Usage during visit: Pretty full. Unable to obtain a reservation for an extended period.
  Site Privacy: Almost all sites has a nice degree of privacy with trailer in site.
  Site Spacing: Very good Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes. You better. Campground Noise: Quiet. Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: Available Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes. At entrance. Potable Water Available: Scattered spigots Generators:
  Bathroom: Yes Showers: Yes Pull Throughs: Not that I saw.
  Cell Service (AT&T): 2 bars Setting: Deciduous forest. Weather: 70 degrees today. Bugs: Not noticeable. Solar: Too much tree cover Host: Yes Rig size: Some sites will fit large rigs. A careful drive in Campground will surely be required. Sites: Almost all sites are good. Some of the least private sites are: 13,20,27,29

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  James R.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 9, 2023

  Cedar Point Campground

  GREAT HANGOUT

  Great place to hangout and it’s near Emerald Isle and the Crystal Coast. Nice place to throw a line into the water and relax!

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 12, 2023

  JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

  Check out this spread out campground!

  Jake from the Dyrt here! JCO Campground has some amazing sunset views and tons of space to explore around the pond!  Check them out and share some pics from your stay!

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 5, 2023

  Happy Haven

  Stay in an onsite camper or bring your own RV/Tent

  Jake from the Dyrt here!  Your host Kathrine is an experienced host and is ready to make your next camping trip a memorable one!  There's a spot for everyone, from the onsite camper, to bring your own tent/RV sites, check them out and share some pics from your stay on the Dyrt!

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  Faith W.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 14, 2023

  Goose Creek Campground

  Nice river HOT campground

  Nice overnight stay RV Campground new with no shade Very clean Beautiful river but not walking distance from campground Staff friendly I’d say much better in the early spring or fall

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  Faith W.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 14, 2023

  Campsite at Wallace Meadows Farm / RV site at Wallace Meadows Farm

  Camping with cows

  Small overnight stop but the owners were very nice The bathrooms and laundry very clean They sell their own beef and I will have to say the best beef hot dogs I’ve ever had . My grandkids got to feed the cows and the walk around the farm was very nice Very hot on the site but refreshing shade by the river