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Best Campgrounds near Holly Ridge, NC

321 Reviews

Campgrounds near Holly Ridge, North Carolina cluster along the coastal areas with several options for beach access and waterfront views. Surf City Family Campground provides direct beach access with water and electric hookups for both tent and RV campers. The Inlet Campground (formerly Laniers Campground) offers waterfront sites with views of the sound and complete hookups for RVs. The region includes a mix of privately owned campgrounds and military recreation areas, with accommodation types ranging from tent camping to RV sites with full hookups. Several facilities also offer cabin rentals for those seeking more shelter from coastal weather.

Reservation requirements vary significantly between campgrounds in the Holly Ridge area, with most private facilities requiring advance booking, especially during summer months. "Most incredible views with easy access to beaches, restaurants and groceries. Pier for fishing and water access for canoeing or kayaking," notes one visitor about The Inlet Campground. Roads throughout the region are generally well-maintained and accessible with standard vehicles, though larger RVs may face challenges at some locations with low-hanging trees. The Atlantic hurricane season (June through November) can impact camping plans, with some facilities closing during severe weather threats. Most campgrounds remain open year-round, though services may be reduced during winter. Cell service is typically strong throughout the area due to its proximity to developed communities.

Waterfront locations dominate the camping experience near Holly Ridge, with both sound-side and oceanfront options available. The beach access at Surf City Family Campground receives particularly positive reviews, with one camper noting it's "literally walk 20 yards to go to the beach." Campgrounds in the area vary considerably in spacing and privacy, with some offering tight quarters during peak season. According to reviews, Harbor Point RV Community works well for off-season stays but can feel cramped during summer months. Many campgrounds feature amenities like swimming pools, fishing piers, and playgrounds. Wildlife viewing opportunities include shore birds, sea turtles (seasonally), and various marine life. The proximity to coastal towns provides easy access to restaurants and shopping while maintaining a camping atmosphere.

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Best Camping Sites Near Holly Ridge, North Carolina (65)

    1. Surf City Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Holly Ridge, NC
    4 miles
    +1 (910) 328-4281

    "The owners are very nice and very helpful we campground was well in a good location right next to the beach literally walk 20 yards to go to the beach would definitely recommend"

    "Its quiet and easy access to beach. Owners are very nice and accommodating."

    2. The Inlet Campground (Formerly Laniers Campground)

    6 Reviews
    Holly Ridge, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 328-9431

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

    "Most incredible views with easy access to beaches, restaurants and groceries. Pier for fishing and water access for canoeing or kayaking! Beautiful sunsets!"

    3. Onslow Beach Campsites

    15 Reviews
    Hubert, NC
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 440-7502

    "I love that we were so close to the beach. The bathrooms were clean and the common areas were very clean as well. If you love fishing and the beach, look no further!"

    "Love that it’s close to the beach. The bathrooms were very clean."

    4. Harbor Point RV Community

    4 Reviews
    Holly Ridge, NC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 327-2700

    $75 - $100 / night

    "These sites are on top of each other and I don’t know that I’d use this campground during high season … and the doggie area was right behind us.. full summer heat would probably be a bit smelly for me…"

    5. Wilmington KOA

    21 Reviews
    Wrightsville Beach, NC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 686-7705

    "The pool was big and warm, easy for swimming while maintaining social distancing."

    "It’s clean, it’s close to downtown Wilmington and there is SO much to do there. There is an RV wash right next door! There are a lot of gray farmer’s stands and fresh seafood stands nearby too!"

    6. Happy Haven

    1 Review
    Holly Ridge, NC
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 465-8618

    $30 - $70 / night

    7. Oceans RV Resort

    1 Review
    Holly Ridge, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 778-2839

    $77 - $239 / night

    "We're just a few miles from the beach, walking distance to a restaurant and or convenience store; crawling distance to Dales Pub across the road."

    8. Topsail Beach Escape RV

    1 Review
    Holly Ridge, NC
    5 miles
    +1 (248) 330-8072

    $80 - $200 / night

    "Close to amenities, this is a nice spot to rest after a day in the sun. Book your stay and leave them a review here!"

    9. Lake Linda

    1 Review
    Holly Ridge, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 279-3892

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Offering 2 sites that are located on the lake, this property  is a great place to birdwatch. Check them out and leave them some love."

    10. Seahaven Marine RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Holly Ridge, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 333-5773

    $55 - $90 / night

    "This is a nice, small RV park located beside a marina just outside the gates of Camp Lejeune. There are some permanent sites, tiny homes, and everyone is very friendly. You can fish off the dock."

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  • D
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Emerald Isle RV Resort

    Great Month-Long Stay in the Off-Season

    I stayed at Emerald Isle RV Park for a full month right after Labor Day and really enjoyed the experience. It’s clear this is a busy, touristy spot during the summer, but in the shoulder season it was quiet and relaxing, mostly just the permanent sites around.

    The campground has full hookups and is very well kept. The shower houses, laundry, and common areas were spotless solid 4 out of 5 stars for facilities. The only real downside was the Wi-Fi. it’s pretty slow (under 2 Mbps) and gets worse on weekends. It actually gave me a good excuse to finally buy a Starlink, which worked great here.

    Overall, I’d definitely come back for a summer stay. The location can’t be beat you are minutes from the beach, bars, restaurants, and grocery stores. Great spot if you want to camp near the coast without being right in the chaos.

  • Richard P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Cedar Point Campground

    Cedar Point Campground

    Love this campground. Clean bathrooms and showers. Very nice host.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Oyster Point Campground

    Primitive, Quite Campground

    Primitive campground with no frills. Dirt road in and gravel on site drives. Water spigots spread out between the campsites. Vaulted toilets were clean. Camp host was nice and liked to talk. We stayed 2 weeks. Others came in for a night or two and then would leave. All types of campers used the campground: 5th wheel, schoolie, tent campers, hammock campers, truck and car campers. 

    We had site 11 which was on the water side with a path to the water. It was shady for the later part of the day (which wasn't great for our solar panels). Most sites had shade for either the early or late part of the day. Site was fairly level. Foliage provided privacy between sites.

    The hiking path was not well maintained so we chose not to use it.

    Not a lot in the immediate area. Town was 25-30 minutes away, but had all the types of stores.

    Verizon service was good.

  • C
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Black Barn Farm

    A Perfect Getaway

    If you haven't camped at Black Barn Farm in Newport, you are missing out! One of our party needed lodging while we wanted to tent camp, they put us up in a perfect spot so we could be near her in one of their sweet little cabins right on the water. There were beautiful lights and trails throughout, animals, ziplines and playgrounds , plus the friendliest and most accommodating hosts I've ever camped with.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Wilmington KOA

    Family campground near the beach and Wilmington

    Our 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.

  • Kristie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    In The Pines RV & Cabin Village

    Great place!

    New Park with all the amenities you need, clean well kept facilities and grounds. Dog Park and nice mowed lanes for walks. Owner super nice and helpful.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Hawkins Creek Campground

    Avoid the drama!

    The 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!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2025

    Magnolia Lane Campground

    Overpriced and bath house heavily molded.

    I contacted the campsite via phone. They said there was two spots available for my rig. The monthly rate quoted was $895. I told the office that I was going to drive up the following morning to check the site and if I liked it, I would go ahead and rent it. The manager said OK. I explained I would come back and get my rig if it was acceptable. She told me to call her once. I looked at the site and we could complete the transaction when she came over to the site from the office.

    I drove an hour from my current site to look at that site. The secluded campground only had one bar on Verizon. It was also small. I called two separate numbers and texted. I waited on site for roughly 30 minutes with no callback.
    While I was looking at the campground, I went to the bathhouse. All three bathrooms were covered with suspect, microbial growth and had a strong mold smell. I can’t say for certain without testing it, but if it looks and smells like a duck, it’s probably a duck. People with breathing issues or allergies to this problem would have a bad day in these bathrooms.

    I had to contact the office the following day around 9:50 AM. They acted like they didn’t care about me driving up for nothing. To add insult to injury, the manager openly admitted they had a mold problem in all the bathrooms at the bathhouse. They were going to deal with it this coming winter.

    So let me get this straight. You were charging almost $900 a month to campers with a bad mold, problem admitted by the office. Is there a problem with this picture? This is not slander. This is what transpired. I turned down the site.

    BE CAUTIOUS!

Guide to Holly Ridge

Camping near Holly Ridge, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Carolina Beach State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We hiked a trail to see Venus flytraps in the wild," making it a unique experience for nature lovers.
  • Beach Access: Enjoy a short bike ride or walk to the beach from Holden Beach RV Campground. A reviewer shared, "You can ride your bike or walk to the boardwalk," highlighting the convenience of beach access.
  • Fishing and Paddling: At Cedar Point Campground, you can throw a line into the water or paddle along the Cape Fear River. One camper noted, "Great place to hang out and it’s near Emerald Isle and the Crystal Coast."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Holden Beach RV Campground said, "The bathrooms and laundry were clean and kept up well during our stay."
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at New Bern KOA remarked, "The staff is exceptional," which adds to the overall experience.
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the spaciousness of sites at Cedar Point Campground. A reviewer mentioned, "Some sites are really huge!" making it a comfortable choice for families.

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. One camper at Carolina Beach State Park Campground warned, "The biggest drawback here is the mosquitoes."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Oyster Point Campground, have limited amenities. A visitor noted, "There are toilets at each end, but it's a pit. No flushing."
  • Noise Levels: Campers should be aware of potential noise from nearby activities. A reviewer at Wilmington KOA mentioned, "Lots to do for kids - too much light, noise, construction, activity for a quiet night's rest."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for Activities: Choose campgrounds with nearby attractions. One family at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area enjoyed the "beach access across the street" and nearby attractions like the aquarium.
  • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito situation, especially at places like Carolina Beach State Park Campground, it's wise to bring bug spray. A camper advised, "Remember to bring your bug spray."
  • Choose Shaded Sites: Look for shaded areas to keep cool during hot days. A visitor at Cedar Point Campground mentioned, "Lots of space and shade."

Tips from RVers:

  • Site Selection: Be cautious when choosing your site. A reviewer at Cedar Point Campground warned, "A few would be very tight for even the smallest pop-ups."
  • Check for Amenities: Make sure to check what amenities are available. One camper at Holden Beach RV Campground appreciated the "clean bathrooms and a pretty big dog park."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: RVers should be considerate of their neighbors. A camper at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground expressed frustration with noisy RVs, saying, "Bad, bad campground etiquette."

Camping near Holly Ridge, North Carolina, has something for everyone. With a bit of planning and awareness, you can enjoy a fantastic outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Holly Ridge, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Holly Ridge, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 65 campgrounds and RV parks near Holly Ridge, NC and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Holly Ridge, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Holly Ridge, NC is Surf City Family Campground with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Holly Ridge, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Holly Ridge, NC.

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