3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Wilmington KOA and Carolina Beach State Park Campground provide upscale glamping accommodations near Hampstead, North Carolina, with climate-controlled canvas tent options and distinctive yurt structures. Both locations offer full hookups, showers, and picturesque settings that blend comfort with nature. The deluxe tent sites at Wilmington KOA feature covered sitting areas and soft pads, while Carolina Beach adds waterfront views and wooded privacy. "We loved it here, the deluxe tent sites were very nice with a covered sitting area and soft pads for our tent," noted one visitor about the KOA location. Glamping structures are strategically placed to maximize privacy while maintaining accessibility to modern amenities including clean bathroom facilities, electricity, and comfortable bedding options not found in traditional camping.
Located just minutes from Wrightsville Beach and downtown Wilmington, these glamping destinations serve as ideal baselines for exploring coastal North Carolina. Travelers enjoy proximity to fresh seafood markets, farmers' stands, and numerous water-based activities. The sites maintain trails through maritime forests where visitors regularly spot local wildlife. One reviewer highlighted, "Very enjoyable. Easy check in. Level spots. Convenient to everything." Wilmington KOA specifically offers organized activities for families, including arts and crafts sessions and recreational facilities like beach volleyball courts and swimming pools. Most glamping accommodations remain open year-round, though reservation requirements vary seasonally, with peak summer months requiring advance booking of premium canvas structures and yurt accommodations.
"The pool was big and warm, easy for swimming while maintaining social distancing."
"Another problem with my tent site is that it was so close to the bath house, which may not seem to be a problem to most."
"Great location close to Wilmington and Carolina Beach. The recent addition of air-conditioned cabins are a welcome alternative during the hot summer months even though they book up quickly."
"Clean bathrooms and cute well air conditioned cabins. You can ride your bike or walk to the boardwalk with some of the way having a paved bike trails."
Available next weekend
from $27 - $75 / night
"The staff is amazing. Our campsite was a little tight, as many of them are. But they also have some spacious, private spaces."
"The staff is so friendly, and the campground is beautifully maintained. It’s in a perfect location too. Upon check in we were escorted to our site, and they even helped us back in."
"This is a great place to stay stocked catch and release fishing ponds. Storage units available on sight. Bath house fire pits level high lots shaded lots and much more."
"It fit our needs as it was safe and reasonably priced for the amenities included (water, sewage, electric, internet, and cable)."
"My wife and I spent a few days here while searching the area for potential retirement location. It's also a seasonal campground."
"Great location, can’t wait to come back!"
"It said it slept 6 and the website showed a pic of two beds; I *assumed* there would be four more, since it slept 6. Long story short, just 2 beds. "
"This campground is very beautiful - clean amenities, and only a few well-kept campsites with fire rings, grills and several picnic benches."
Available next weekend
from $17 / night
"We were looking for a last minute place, close to the coast. Found this campground by chance. Reasonably priced during peak season."
from $45 - $65 / night
"The whole place is so very clean: the bathrooms, camping areas, swimming pool area, even the dumpsters area. The grass is very well kept, the roads and signage, well maintained."
"Clean family friendly bath houses and receptacle outlet near ur personal waterfront tent camping spot. They have a little something for everyone"
"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"
from $120 / night
ScoutWe stayed in early August. Hot, humid, and raining. The sites are large and well kept. Bathrooms and shower houses are available and are clean and well maintained. Dumpster and recycle containers available on exit. Overall very nice!
ScoutThis location has a great staff. Everyone is helpful and polite.
TravelerWe quasi-boondocked our camper, stayed at a tent site. Nice, quiet campground. Lots to do in the area; could easily stay longer than the three nights we reserved.
Bath houses were clean, but need more hooks for clothes, towels, etc.
At dump station, the hose for cleaning the black tank leaked.
GuideThis has always been my favorite place to tent camp when I get a chance to stay here as it can get very busy in the spring and summer months. I stayed in February and there was only a few other near my site. I enjoy the convenience of the nearby grocery stores and beaches. But if you’re not back before they close the gate at 7pm you won’t be able to get back to your site until the next day. So be mindful of the time. It’s for the your and the other campers safety. But you can park at your site and walk or bike in and out on the side of the road.
TravelerWe spent 2 months at HBRV campground in spring of 2026. The staff is amazing. Our campsite was a little tight, as many of them are. But they also have some spacious, private spaces. There are only 2 washing machines for the whole campground, so laundry can get tricky on busy days. Several showers (5) including a handicapped shower. Nice clean, hot, high pressure showers. Not much climate control in the bath houses, so it can be hot or cold, depending on outside temps. Great walking trail around the park, as well as a small dog park. Grounds are well maintained & is located about 2 miles from the beach with a free shuttle back & forth. They do charge $3 per package for any deliveries. Very quiet, friendly park & we would recommend staying there.
GuideOur kids where very happy with the little pool and we found good facilities to do the laundry. There are some nice shady spots and some are a bit crowded. But good full hook ups.
RangerThe last reviews of this campground were in 2021. A lot has changed since that time. This is a cheap place to stay. There are no background checks. All sorts of characters stay at this location. I had trouble after six months of staying at this campground. To avoid any trouble, I left halfway through my month of prepaid time. This worked out to approximately $302 or 16 days. They refused to give me a refund or even a pro rate from the owner. Instead, they gave it to a guy staying in a tent on the property. They are thieves!
In my vicinity that I was staying, there were four known listed Illegal sex act males. Two left the site. One of the remaining males was hired by the management for maintenance.
The property manager didn’t seem to care about a lot of things around the property. The property appearance was not taken care of. Signs, mailboxes, and other related objects were covered in mold and never cleaned or in need of repair (see pictures). Residence were cutting their own grass. Drainage ditches, and culvert areas had extremely high grass (see pictures). Perfect for snakes.
The bathhouse was not properly maintained. A male person who lived there only cleaned the floors once or twice a week. That seemed about it. The showers were brown, and the bathrooms were not cleaned properly. I personally cleaned the male bathroom several times during my six months. The sink continually leaked underneath. When I discovered mold, I asked for a mold killer from the bathroom guy. He was having a bad day apparently and flipped out on me. I told him I would clean the mold if he had any chemicals. He cursed at me and walked inside to his residence. Management did nothing about this incident (see pictures).
There was always trouble with dogs at the campground. Management never did anything about the dog issues. I was told to “shoot the dog if it bites you “. Unbelievable !
There were no standards for the campsites. Anything went! Make shift structures could be put up with no problem (see pictures). Also a lot of trash and debris around the campground.
I would not recommend this campground to anyone. Pay the extra money for a better place!
ScoutBeautiful landscape reasonable pricing
ScoutI've been here at different times of the year. I really enjoy camping here in December and January. Less people and the park is so nice.
Carolina's coastal camping options near Hampstead, North Carolina extend beyond the glamping facilities highlighted in nearby locations. The area sits at low elevations averaging 26 feet above sea level with sandy soil conditions typical of the coastal plain. Summers bring high humidity with average temperatures in the upper 80s, while winters remain relatively mild with occasional frost between December and February.
Beach access opportunities: At Carolina Beach State Park Campground, visitors can enjoy proximity to both swimming and off-road vehicle beaches. "The campground is also located next to a food lion. It is also only 5 minutes from the beach and Freeman Park where you can drive directly onto the beach if you have 4WD," notes a camper who appreciates the convenient location.
Hiking through maritime forest: The trail system at Carolina Beach State Park provides opportunities to view unique vegetation. "There are lots of short trails to hike on where you can enjoy bird watching and viewing the Venus flytraps and other carnivorous plants native to the area," explains one visitor who appreciated the ecological diversity.
Fishing excursions: Goose Creek Campground offers water access with docks for anglers. "The campground extends to the water with good fishing available," states one reviewer who enjoyed the access to water activities while staying there.
Off-season camping advantages: Winter camping provides a different experience with fewer crowds. One visitor to Carolina Beach State Park mentioned, "I've been here at different times of the year. I really enjoy camping here in December and January. Less people and the park is so nice."
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Holden Beach RV Campground receives consistent praise for upkeep. "This place is wonderful. The sites are far enough apart you don't get interrupted by the neighboring campsites but the campground isn't so big you have to drive everywhere," shares a camper who appreciated the balance of privacy and accessibility.
Beach shuttle services: Some coastal campgrounds offer transportation to nearby beaches. "A free trolly takes you to the beach and some restaurants," notes a Holden Beach RV Campground visitor, highlighting the convenience for campers without beach transportation.
Seasonal booking requirements: Summer months require advance planning due to limited availability. A reviewer at Carolina Beach State Park observed, "This campground is packed on holiday weekends. There were only 2 campsites available when we visited for memorial day weekend."
Site differences between campgrounds: Privacy levels vary significantly between locations. "The campground is very rustic, but it's clean, well kept, adequate space to maneuver and campers are considerate and quiet," explains a visitor to S & W RV Park, contrasting with the more developed facilities at other locations.
Price variations: Costs for glamping near Hampstead, North Carolina fluctuate based on location and amenities. "Reasonably priced during peak season. We stayed 2 weeks, had a large campsite, and really enjoyed our stay," reports a camper who found S & W RV Park to provide good value compared to beachfront options.
Pool facilities: Wilmington KOA offers swimming options for children. "The pool was big and warm, easy for swimming while maintaining social distancing. Our girls also enjoyed the smooth roads for skateboarding," shares a family appreciative of the recreation options.
Kid-friendly programming: Some campgrounds schedule activities specifically for younger visitors. "Nice campground they had arts and crafts and the kids enjoyed train ride," notes a family who visited Wilmington KOA with children.
Playground amenities: Various play structures cater to different age groups. "The playground was awesome and included a cool wooden pirate ship. The grandkids loved it," shares a visitor to Wilmington KOA who appreciated the specialized play equipment.
Internet connectivity: Work-from-road travelers should verify WiFi capabilities. "The WiFi was strong and the employees were helpful and informative. The laundry was acceptable but expensive," reports an RVer who stayed at Wilmington KOA while working remotely.
Site preparation: White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort offers well-maintained grounds. "The whole place is so very clean: the bathrooms, camping areas, swimming pool area, even the dumpsters area. The grass is very well kept, the roads and signage, well maintained," notes a visitor impressed with the site preparation.
Utility reliability: Power and water systems vary by location. "30/50 is solid, sewer easy access and water pressure is good. Didn't use cable, so can't speak to that. WiFi is also pretty solid, even at the back of campground," explains a reviewer at Holden Beach RV Campground who found the utilities dependable.
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