Best Glamping near North Topsail Beach, NC

Wilmington KOA and Carolina Beach State Park Campground near North Topsail Beach provide distinctive glamping accommodations for travelers seeking upscale outdoor experiences. The KOA features spacious glamping sites with comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control options that elevate the traditional camping experience. "The campground was ok, but our site sucked. It was under construction, so the yard was tore up and we had no picnic table," noted one reviewer, highlighting the importance of selecting the right glamping site during booking. Carolina Beach State Park offers yurt rentals with modern amenities including electric hookups, picnic tables, and nearby shower facilities, providing a perfect balance of nature immersion and comfort for families and couples alike.

White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort boasts some of the area's most sought-after glamping experiences, with well-maintained yurts situated near water access points. According to a camper, "The whole place is so very clean: the bathrooms, camping areas, swimming pool area, even the dumpsters area." These accommodations include furnished interiors, nearby shower facilities, and fire rings for evening relaxation. GOATS Resort offers unique glamping pods with picnic tables and private spaces for a more secluded experience. Most glamping locations around North Topsail Beach provide easy access to nearby beaches, with Emerald Isle and Wilmington's attractions just a short drive away. Reservations for these premium outdoor accommodations are recommended well in advance, particularly during summer months when demand for these distinctive camping with amenities experiences peaks.

Best Glamping Sites Near North Topsail Beach, North Carolina (11)

    1. Wilmington KOA

    21 Reviews
    Wrightsville Beach, NC
    27 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."

    2. Carolina Beach State Park Campground

    73 Reviews
    Carolina Beach, NC
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 458-7770

    $27 - $75 / night

    "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."

    3. Hawkins Creek Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hubert, NC
    18 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)."

    4. Goose Creek Campground

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

    "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!"

    5. Oyster Point Campground

    24 Reviews
    Morehead City, NC
    42 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."

    6. Camp Ocean Forest

    2 Reviews
    Emerald Isle, NC
    25 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"

    7. White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort

    1 Review
    Swansboro, NC
    25 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."

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

    3 Reviews
    Pollocksville, NC
    42 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."

    9. GOATS Resort

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    Cherry Point, NC
    45 miles

    $80 - $200 / night

    10. Baker's Acre

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

    $25 - $38 / night

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  • Ricci T.
    Aug. 29, 2018

    Carolina Beach State Park Campground

    Beachtrips made affordable

    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. We enjoyed fishing and exploring the campground.

  • 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 👎

  • Claire K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2022

    Carolina Beach State Park Campground

    Great spot!

    I’ve been staying here every summer since i was a kid. So probably 11 summers now. It’s a great place. 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. Gates close i think at 10 and open in the morning so remember to bring bikes. During the summer it is very humid and hot with lots of mosquitoes so remember to bring your bug spray. Try britt’s doughnuts of wake and bake before you leave, i promise you won’t regret it.

  • Kathryn  W.
    Aug. 8, 2018

    Carolina Beach State Park Campground

    Beautiful coastal forest on the banks of the Cape Fear River

    The group campground is isolated from the rest of the camping areas and is quiet at night. There are a lot of park visitors who walk through the area, but the trail through goes around he main campsites. The pit toilets are in need of some attention, but have always been well stocked. It’s about 400 yards to hike in, so we used a wagon to bring in gear. No water on site, but a really nice fire pit with grill top and 2 picnic tables. Shady tent sites available, but really hot and buggy in summer. Group camp site is about .5 mile hike from the river which is great for wading, but swimming is not allowed.

    Many species of carnivorous plants grow here and abundant wildlife.

    in the summer months there is a place to rent kayaks and paddle boards at the marina.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Caroline G.
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Carolina Beach State Park Campground

    Favorite Campground Near the Beach

    I have camped at Carolina Beach State Park 1-2 times a year for the past five years. The campsites at this park are some of the cleanest sites I have camped at. We never see any trash on the ground or out on the trails. 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. There 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. There is also a marina which offers a public boat ramp. The marina also offers kayaks and SUP tours and rentals ranging from 2hrs to a full-day. This 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. This campground is packed on holiday weekends. There were only 2 campsites available when we visited for memorial day weekend.


Guide to North Topsail Beach

Dispersed glamping opportunities near North Topsail Beach, North Carolina have expanded beyond traditional tent and RV camping. This coastal region ranges from sea level to approximately 50 feet elevation with a humid subtropical climate featuring hot, humid summers and mild winters. Winter temperatures typically average 40-60°F while summer months often exceed 85°F with high humidity.

What to do

Beach activities at Carolina Beach State Park: The park offers shoreline access and nature trails where campers can explore coastal ecosystems. According to one visitor, "Within the park, there are tons of hiking trails through a really beautiful area. I hear the fishing is also really good within the park, but I've never done it myself."

Kayaking at Wallace Meadows Farm: Located on a small river with dedicated kayak access, this farm-based camping spot provides water recreation options. A camper noted, "Kayaks available to enjoy the small river behind RV& Tent area. Easy access via wooden dock for boarding or unloading kayaks."

Off-season camping: Carolina Beach State Park Campground remains open year-round with fewer crowds during winter months. One camper shared, "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."

Pool activities for kids: The pool at Goose Creek Campground offers multi-depth swimming areas and water features. A visitor mentioned, "The pool is amazing! The slide is so fun! It has 3ft all the way to 6ft roped off sections in the pool!"

What campers like

Clean facilities at Oyster Point: The primitive camping experience still includes well-maintained basics. "Pit toilet is clean and well stocked," noted one camper, while another mentioned, "The host was friendly and helped me find another campsite when my was taken by an unregistered guest."

Spacious sites with privacy: Oyster Point Campground offers well-spaced camping areas with natural surroundings. A camper observed, "Very wide sites. Sites w water view are best," while another added, "Sites #9 and #11 have pathways to a very small private beach."

Farm experiences: Wallace Meadows Farm combines glamping with agricultural experiences. One family shared, "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." Another visitor mentioned, "Before we left, we purchased some fresh eggs from their farm, beautifully packaged and delicious!"

Nature viewing opportunities: Seasonal wildlife watching enhances camping experiences. At Carolina Beach State Park, visitors can observe "Venus flytraps and other carnivorous plants native to the area" according to one review.

What you should know

Site variety differs by campground: Wilmington KOA offers structured sites with amenities while others provide more rustic experiences. A visitor noted, "Level spacious sites, most with a good shade tree, allows for a quick set up. To find the campground you have to pay attention and this is both a blessing and a challenge."

Seasonal insect considerations: Coastal camping brings bugs, particularly during warmer months. At Oyster Point, one camper warned, "The bugs are bad in June and bug spray didn't really help," while another suggested, "We smoked them out and it was fine for the most part."

Bathroom quality varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer basic facilities while others maintain higher standards. A visitor to White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort reported, "The whole place is so very clean: the bathrooms, camping areas, swimming pool area, even the dumpsters area."

Off-season limitations: While winter camping means fewer crowds, some amenities may be closed. A KOA visitor noted, "Because of Covid, many of the fun features were closed (playground, Gaga pit, jump pad)," though such closures can happen during any off-season period.

Tips for camping with families

Playground availability: Wilmington KOA offers kid-friendly play areas. One grandmother shared, "The playground was awesome and included a cool wooden pirate ship. The grandkids loved it!"

Swimming options for different ages: Goose Creek provides structured swimming areas. "The pool is amazing! The slide is so fun! It has 3ft all the way to 6ft roped off sections in the pool!" mentioned an enthusiastic visitor.

Educational opportunities: Wallace Meadows Farm provides agricultural experiences for children. A grandparent noted, "My grandkids got to feed the cows and the walk around the farm was very nice."

Beach proximity considerations: Carolina Beach State Park offers natural beauty but no swimming within park boundaries. A camper explained, "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."

Tips from RVers

Connectivity for work-campers: Some campgrounds offer reliable internet access for remote workers. A KOA visitor shared, "My family and I stayed here for a week in November. My wife worked from the road while I taught school. The WiFi was strong and the employees were helpful and informative."

Site surface variations: Camp Ocean Forest provides waterfront locations but with limitations. A reviewer noted, "Right next to the pier, walking distance to the water, and amazing views. Many permanent campers. The sites are fairly small and everything is very cramped."

Concrete pad availability: Wallace Meadows Farm offers practical features for RV campers. "Each site has 12x12 concrete pads to restrict tracking sand and/or dirt into RV unit. Daily trash service at sites," explained one satisfied RVer.

Access considerations for larger rigs: Some campgrounds have specific entrance challenges. Wallace Meadows Farm received praise for accessibility: "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."

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