Best Glamping near Jacksonville, NC

White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort houses some of the region's most appealing glamping accommodations, including fully furnished yurts and climate-controlled cabins with access to resort-style amenities. Visitors staying at the glamping sites enjoy on-site conveniences including clean shower facilities, drinking water, picnic tables, and trash service, all within a meticulously maintained property. For a more unique glamping experience, Goose Creek Campground provides luxury camping options with waterfront views, offering the perfect blend of rustic ambiance and modern comforts. Most glamping accommodations in the area feature comfortable bedding, electricity, and protection from the elements while maintaining an authentic outdoor experience. "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."

Seasonal activities enhance the glamping experience at these coastal North Carolina destinations, with swimming pools proving especially popular during summer months. Wallace Meadows Farm presents a distinctive glamping opportunity where guests can observe farm animals and purchase fresh eggs and beef directly from the source. Kayaking opportunities exist at several locations, with Goose Creek offering a beautiful river setting perfect for paddling adventures. Many glamping properties in the area provide easy access to nearby coastal attractions, typically within a 5-20 minute drive to beaches and water recreation. A visitor noted, "My grandkids got to feed the cows and the walk around the farm was very nice." Winter glamping remains available at select locations that operate year-round, making Jacksonville an appealing glamping destination regardless of season.

Best Glamping Sites Near Jacksonville, North Carolina (12)

    1. Hawkins Creek Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hubert, NC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 353-0144

    "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)."

    2. White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort

    1 Review
    Swansboro, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 393-3244

    "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."

    3. Goose Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Emerald Isle, NC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "This is one of the closest campgrounds for civilians to visit the Camp Lejeune and Jacksonville, NC areas."

    "My wife and I spent a few days here while searching the area for potential retirement location. It's also a seasonal campground."

    4. Oyster Point Campground

    24 Reviews
    Morehead City, NC
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 638-5628

    $10 - $20 / night

    "Logs were at each campsite when we arrived,  great for firewood or for seating around the campfire.  Campground sits along a body of water, but no water access from any sites."

    "Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Quiet during our stay.
    Road Noise: Secluded. No public roads nearby."

    5. Camp Ocean Forest

    2 Reviews
    Emerald Isle, NC
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 354-3454

    "Clean family friendly bath houses and receptacle outlet near ur personal waterfront tent camping spot. They have a little something for everyone"

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

    3 Reviews
    Pollocksville, NC
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 840-6106

    $45 - $50 / night

    "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!"

    "Dump station is easy access upon arrival or departure. Easy entrance and exit from main highway to site area. Trees are well maintained to prevent brushing RV upon entrance and exit."

    7. Wilmington KOA

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

    "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."

    8. Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Seven Springs, NC
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 778-6234

    $27 - $75 / night

    "The park has an interesting geomorphology, sitting atop cliffs overlooking the river below, and there are miles of hiking trails. "

    "Great park with a small swimming lake, views of the Neuse River 3 levels of hiking trails with a welcome center and campground and a large covered Picnic pavilion that can be rented for the day with access"

    9. Rivers Edge Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Bridgeton, NC
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 559-3603

    "Park is very secluded from the area. As soon as you pull in the driveway it kinda looks scary but after you pass all the trees you get this very big open land that is well maintained."

    "Really beautiful location on river with very nice peer and green space. Extremely nice and helpful owners. Full hookups and a cement pad for picnic table. Site was fairly level."

    10. Baker's Acre

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    Bridgeton, NC
    35 miles
    +1 (252) 241-1078

    $25 - $38 / night

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  • Lewis M.
    May. 28, 2021

    Goose Creek Campground

    Nice place but $$$$$$$$

    Very nice place,well keep,nice paved streets,nice boat ramps,nice piers,nice laundry room, good cell service. WiFi available for $$$ more,cable 👎👎👎 Wanted to stay for a month but only had 21 days opening. $1800 👎

  • T
    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.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground

    Cliffs above the Neuse River is the biggest draw for campers here.

    I have camped in this state park several times, including with the Boy Scouts. Other than the park itself, I really enjoyed the camaraderie when our Scout troop and another Scout troop that was camping were playing“Capture the Flag.” I say all of this because it is a great place for group camping. However, it also has conventional camping and cabins. When I first started camping at Cliffs of the Neuse, it did not have more than a mile of trails. Now it has added some more trails. It also did not have showers or cabins in times past. This park has improved significantly over the years and now has showers that are frequently maintained. One of the things you have to be aware of is that this park is sandy, so when you are camping, you will probably want to put some kind of rug in front of your tent or RV to minimize the amount of sand that you track in. Don’t think choosing another site will move you away from the sand. It won’t. Another thing you have to be aware of is that in eastern North Carolina, fire ants can be a huge problem. Some of the trails are easy, but the Spanish Moss Trail is quite steep in some places. Also, the Galax trail is almost always flooded during the spring or after a series of rains. There is a lake for swimming and a large picnic shelter. On weekends, it is not unusual for there to be lots of people at the picnic shelters, so you will have to reserve them. The sites have picnic tables and fire pits as well. This is a great park for swimming and boating, but the hiking is limited. If I am not mistaken, the total length of trails is fewer three miles. However, the main attraction is the view over the Neuse River and the new visitor’s center. Even with limited trails, it is still a great park for relaxing.

  • Octive  F.
    Jul. 28, 2021

    Hawkins Creek Campground

    Outstanding campground

    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.

  • R
    Jan. 6, 2023

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

    Small but very relaxing

    Extremely nice campground with 4 RV sites(50 Amp) and water service. Dump station is easy access upon arrival or departure. Easy entrance and exit from main highway to site area. Trees are well maintained to prevent brushing RV upon entrance and exit. Accommodates easy access to 2 pull through and 2 back in camp sites. Each site has 12x12 concrete pads to restrict tracking sand and/or dirt into RV unit. Daily trash service at sites. Rest rooms well kept, clean with private single shower. Washer and dryer service located at bath house and close to site area for a reasonable price. Wi-Fi service available and ready. Wonderful remote quite area for total relaxation. Tent area behind RV sites but separated from RV location. Area lit at night but not to the extreme to bother camping. Kayaks available to enjoy the small river behind RV& Tent area. Easy access via wooden dock for boarding or unloading kayaks. Owner is extremely accommodating and offers fresh eggs and black angus beef at responsible rates.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 13, 2024

    Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground

    Small, quiet and relaxed among the pines

    Our stay in Site #4 on February 25 in our 20' Mode LT was quiet and restful.  The park has an interesting geomorphology, sitting atop cliffs overlooking the river below, and there are miles of hiking trails.  The Campground Host was particularly helpful, checking us in when we arrived early.  Unlike many  state parks they offer their Senior Discount to out-of-state campers.  The campground is very clean and sites are very large with gravel pads, but only 14 sites have hook-ups.  Our stay was marred by heavy fire smoke from campfires penetrating our van.  The distance from I-95 adds an extra hour to your travel if you are just planning a one-nite stopover, so we might not make the trek again.

  • T
    May. 22, 2019

    Oyster Point Campground

    Peaceful and remote

    Oyster Point Campground is no frills. But vault toilets were well maintained and cleaned. 

    Campsites are large and spread out. Logs were at each campsite when we arrived,  great for firewood or for seating around the campfire. 

    Campground sits along a body of water, but no water access from any sites. At the entrance to campground there are hiking trails.

    Area is remote. Closest shopping was more than 10 miles away.

    Host was friendly and personable.

    Highly recommend and will return again ourselves.

  • Kent B.
    Aug. 22, 2016

    Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground

    Nice view

    Great park with a small swimming lake, views of the Neuse River 3 levels of hiking trails with a welcome center and campground and a large covered Picnic pavilion that can be rented for the day with access to new clean bathrooms. It's a great place for a day trip and a picnic.

  • The School for  Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 17, 2020

    Wilmington KOA

    Nice spot with warm pool

    The KOA was kept up to good KOA standards. The pool was big and warm, easy for swimming while maintaining social distancing. One of our favorite parts was that you could walk a short path to a delightful coffee shop with great food and drinks and nice outdoor seating. Our girls also enjoyed the smooth roads for skateboarding. Because of Covid, many of the fun features were closed (playground, Gaga pit, jump pad).


Guide to Jacksonville

Glamping close to Jacksonville, North Carolina offers both inland forest and coastal experiences with average summer temperatures around 90°F and mild winters rarely dropping below 40°F. The area features a mix of private campgrounds and state parks within a 30-mile radius, with elevation ranging from sea level to approximately 100 feet above. Most glamping sites remain accessible year-round due to the region's moderate climate conditions.

What to do

Kayaking on river systems: Goose Creek Campground offers direct water access with boat ramps and fishing piers. "My wife and I spent a few days here while searching the area for potential retirement location. Our site was right on water with a great view of the sunset," notes visitor Michael M.

Farm animal interaction: At Wallace Meadows Farm, visitors can purchase farm-fresh eggs and meat while enjoying agricultural experiences. "Rich was very friendly and welcoming and the hookup & amenities they offered for a fee were excellent," according to Tracy K.

Fishing at multiple locations: Oyster Point Campground provides riverside fishing opportunities with accessible paths. "We were able to launch kayaks almost directly from campsite #11," shares Laura F., highlighting the convenience of water access.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Cliffs of the Neuse State Park maintains well-kept shower facilities despite its rustic setting. "This park has improved significantly over the years and now has showers that are frequently maintained," reports Myron C.

Spacious campsites: Rivers Edge Family Campground offers an open layout with river frontage. "Really beautiful location on river with very nice peer and green space. Extremely nice and helpful owners. Full hookups and a cement pad for picnic table," states Mary F.

Swimming pools: Several facilities maintain pools for summer recreation. At Wilmington KOA, one camper noted, "The pool was big and warm, easy for swimming while maintaining social distancing."

What you should know

Variable site privacy: Site spacing differs significantly between campgrounds. At Oyster Point Campground, "Campground sits along a body of water, but no water access from any sites. Campsites are large and spread out," according to Tracy R.

Insect considerations: Coastal locations often experience high bug activity. "The flys are insane but you'll quickly learn to ignore them - aside from a few bites here and there. We smoked them out and it was fine for the most part," reports Hannah F. about Oyster Point Campground.

Seasonal operation differences: Not all facilities operate with the same schedule. At Cliffs of the Neuse, a visitor noted, "Although the family campground is closed until autumn, I recently stayed at this state park and have stayed at it many times before."

Tips for camping with families

Child-friendly activities: Wilmington KOA provides structured activities for younger guests. "The grandkids loved it! The playground was awesome and included a cool wooden pirate ship," mentions Bridget H.

Educational opportunities: Farms offer learning experiences beyond typical camping. At Wallace Meadows Farm, one visitor shared, "We purchased some fresh eggs from their farm, beautifully packaged and delicious!"

Swimming options: Water features rate highly among family campers. "There is a small lake for swimming and a large picnic shelter," notes a visitor at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, indicating suitable facilities for family outings.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling considerations: Camp Ocean Forest provides oceanfront views but has spatial limitations. "The sites are fairly small and everything is very cramped. You are paying for the location as it is close to everything," warns one RVer.

Long-term stay options: Several campgrounds accommodate extended stays. "We spent 11 months at this campground when we needed to live on the coast. It fit our needs as it was safe and reasonably priced for the amenities included (water, sewage, electric, internet, and cable)," shares Ashley B. about Hawkins Creek Campground.

Hookup availability: RV services vary significantly between locations. "Very nice campground with 4 RV sites(50 Amp) and water service. Dump station is easy access upon arrival or departure," reports Richard W. about Wallace Meadows Farm.

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