Best Camping near Washington, NC

Washington is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Washington is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Washington camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Washington, NC (37)

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143 Reviews of 37 Washington Campgrounds


  • Wayne T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Goose Creek State Park Campground
    Nov. 19, 2024

    Goose Creek State Park Campground

    Really nice place!

    Such a nice and clean campground! The sites are pretty big so you can move around easily and there are tons of trails you can check out as well and water access. Campground host was very nice too!

  • Michelle L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Phoenix Farms Vineyard
    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!

  • Kevin A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Hock Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Rocky Hock Campground

    Convenient Location

    We have family in Edenton and have stayed at Ricky Hock many times. It is just north of town and has large mostly pull through sites with full hookups.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Campsite at Wallace Meadows Farm / RV site at Wallace Meadows Farm
    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.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dixon Landing RV Resort
    May. 16, 2024

    Dixon Landing RV Resort

    Waterfront, secluded, nature, sunsets... what more can you ask for?

    We found Dixon Landing in their initial opening phase and it is lightly booked at this point (they even have openings for the upcoming summer holidays). This is a very secluded campground right on the wide Goose Creek/Neuse River, with access to the ocean varying from 25-50 miles. 

    Every RV site is pull-through with both “waterfront” and “water view” (more of a view of the marsh along the river) sites. Site layout is long, very wide(you have to actually walk over to talk to neighbors) and mostly level side-to-side. Front-to-back was easily compensated with blocks. The road in and the sites are a combination of compacted sand and grass that drained well after a storm. Many sites have shade or afternoon shade. The electric pedestal was new and tall, making it easy to connect the surge protector, and topped with a solar light. 

    Hosts Steve and Joan were themselves RV’rs and park details reflect their experience. Since they are in their opening season they currently offer basic services with electric/water, a dump site(no water) and free on-site pump-out service, picnic tables, firepits, a dog park, kayaks, and a fishing pond for kids(C&R). More services are in the planning or permitting stage. Today they offer a bathroom and just got permits for the full bathhouse. Fiber-optic cable should be run to their area this year. We were amazed at how many TV channels we picked up just on antennae. Verizon, ATT and Sprint service are known to be good. They will have an ice machine, laundry, and a pier eventually. 

    Today you will go to enjoy the absolute quiet, waking up to sunrise glinting off the wide river in every window, fishing from the banks, land and sea wildlife, gorgeous sunsets over the river, and hearing whip-or-wills serenade after sunset. 

    It was about 90 minutes (including 2 ferry rides) to reach the Cape Lookout National Park and lighthouse.  The ferry dropped us off for 2 hours to walk the beach, hike and view the wild horses on Harker’s Island. Gary’s, the local seafood restaurant, was a find! So good we ate there twice. I’m already looking at the calendar to go back.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Neuseway Nature Park & Campground
    Apr. 23, 2024

    Neuseway Nature Park & Campground

    Stay in Kinston

    Very nice place to stay. $20 per night. I go there when l go home to visit and to hunt. Ron the camp host is a very helpful and friendly guy. Across the river from nice entertainment. About a 15 minute walk.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Flanners Beach Campground
    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

  • Keith F.
    Camper-submitted photo from WNC Kampers Lodge Of America
    Nov. 9, 2023

    WNC Kampers Lodge Of America

    Great place to stay, safe location, and has a family atmosphere.

    Great place to stay, safe location, and has a family atmosphere.  Space was large and I was able to pull through without having to de-attach my car trailer.

  • Kathleen
    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Hock Campground
    Oct. 8, 2023

    Rocky Hock Campground

    Beautiful campground with many amenities

    We loved staying here for the weekend! We were the only ones in the tent area underneath beautiful trees. We kayaked in their creek that goes out directly to the Chowan River. Large fishing pond, firewood available, clean shower house, game room and tidy clean sites. Will return!

  • F
    Camper-submitted photo from Campsite at Wallace Meadows Farm / RV site at Wallace Meadows Farm
    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

  • Kristi D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pettigrew State Park Campground
    Jul. 5, 2023

    Pettigrew State Park Campground

    Cute campgrounds in middle of nowhere

    Stopped here as we were doing the NC state park challenge. Spent the night. The campground was full and spots were close together. A lot of people stay here to hunt locally. They stay here as it was convenient. We did have neighbors that had a huge spotlight and brought a deer back to skin. I found out from my other neighbor the next day that it isn't allowed here. We didn't know so I guess they got away with it but they kept to themselves...

    we otherwise just hung out, checked the old plantation and took a hike on moccasin trail. Be careful!!! It was brisk and damp and we of course, came across what appeared to be a moccasin on the trail. My dog jumped over it...startled it and I saw its head pop up. We had a standoff and some how came out of it unscathed. Phew!

    Also, along the same trail that is parallel to the trail there are local houses with two pitbulls that came flying out to greet us on the trail..not neutered and owners nowhere to be found. We, my female pit mix ignored them and they thankfully ended up going home.....otherwise the trail was a nice walk along the lake, but sure wasn't dull for us!

    The plantation is a neat part of history and I learned a ton about this area and park though the slave history is pretty sad.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Phoenix Farms Vineyard
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Phoenix Farms Vineyard

    Historic fields with great views

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  Phoenix Farms is now offering camping at this former tobacco farm near the coast. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!

  • r
    Camper-submitted photo from Tranter's Creek Resort
    Jun. 10, 2023

    Tranter's Creek Resort

    It’s a trailer park…mostly

    Just being honest- I’ve been over-landing/camping all around NC and this did not feel like nature. It feels like a parking lot with a pool. Please Understand you will be parked in between huge trailers/RVs that rent that space permanently and are slightly territorial. Considering not spending night. AND Don’t go over 7.5 mph the golf cart police will scold you. Pros- It’s clean and quiet and hookups work.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Farm Country Campground
    May. 28, 2023

    Farm Country Campground

    Friendly Campground

    Owner on site, propane available, showers & restrooms are newer and very clean. We reserved late so had one of the spots right next to the restroom. Owner explained that the wrong kind of sand had been delivered so it would not compact, it was a challenge pulling our trailer thru the sand. This seems to be an issue in only a few of the spots.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Flanners Beach Campground
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Flanners Beach Campground

    Great Place

    Flanners Beach was great camping. Lots of things to do in the area. Our favorite was the BrÜtopia Havelock. Really nice folks and dog friendly. Campsite was clean and level. Facilities was nice and clean.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from New Bern KOA
    Apr. 24, 2023

    New Bern KOA

    Nice Location Loud Neighbors

    Pretty camp site, level gravel sites clean bathrooms and good WiFi. Some of the neighbors were loud, I know this is not managements fault, just be prepared.

  • Dan B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rose Bay Preserve
    Apr. 12, 2023

    Rose Bay Preserve

    location location location

    Beside state boat ramp

    access to anywhere

    Next to ferry to Ocracoke too...

  • Dan B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rose Bay Preserve
    Apr. 12, 2023

    Rose Bay Preserve

    The best in area

    The owners and the tenants are all nice people. The new owner has been making upgrades around the property. Customers come first here! Thanks.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Farm Country Campground
    Apr. 6, 2023

    Farm Country Campground

    Great for Full Timers!

    Great little campground! About 30-40 sites. The camp host Sharon is FANTASTIC. Not a ton of “amenities” but the campground is very well maintained. Very good restaurant right across the street!



Guide to Washington

Camping near Washington, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, the campgrounds in this area have something to offer.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the numerous trails available at Goose Creek State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "A ton of trails with trail heads everywhere," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Kayaking and Fishing: The Cedar Point Campground is close to the water, perfect for launching kayaks. A reviewer noted, "Great place to throw a line into the water and relax!"
  • Swimming: At Goose Creek State Park Campground, there's a swim beach where you can cool off. One visitor said, "The camp ground was nice and very clean," highlighting the enjoyable atmosphere.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Cedar Point Campground stated, "Showers and bathrooms were exceptionally clean."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds, like Oyster Point Campground, offer spacious sites. One camper mentioned, "Sites are relatively close but far enough to feel like there's some privacy."
  • Friendly Hosts: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. A visitor at Oyster Point Campground said, "Tanya, the host, is wonderful as well."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, such as Pettigrew State Park Campground, have basic facilities. A reviewer noted, "This campsite is pretty barebones," so be prepared for a more rustic experience.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Campers might see wildlife, including bears. One camper shared, "I pulled in here for a night and got the chance to see bears running around on the way in," at Pettigrew State Park Campground.
  • Bug Spray is Essential: Many campers recommend bringing bug spray, especially during warmer months. A visitor at Oyster Point Campground advised, "Just get enough mosquito repellent and you’ll be fine."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for campgrounds that offer family-friendly activities. Goose Creek State Park Campground has a nature center and trails that kids will love.
  • Bring Firewood: Firewood is available for purchase at many campgrounds. A camper at Cedar Point Campground mentioned, "Firewood is $8.00 a bundle," so plan accordingly.
  • Pack for Comfort: Make sure to bring comfortable sleeping arrangements. A family at Cabin Lake County Park enjoyed their stay, saying, "We all had fun fishing, swimming, paddle boating, and family time."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Enfield - Rocky Mount KOA noted, "Full hookups to empty your tanks," which is essential for RV camping.
  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A camper mentioned at Goose Creek Campground, "Level sites - mostly pull through so you can get in and out with ease."
  • Plan for Noise: Be prepared for some noise from neighboring sites. A visitor at New Bern KOA said, "Some of the neighbors were loud," so consider this when choosing your spot.

Camping around Washington, NC, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family-friendly fun. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Washington, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Washington, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 37 campgrounds and RV parks near Washington, NC and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Washington, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Washington, NC is Goose Creek State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Washington, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Washington, NC.

  • What parks are near Washington, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Washington, NC that allow camping, notably Cape Lookout National Seashore and Cape Hatteras National Seashore.