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Carolina Beach State Park Campground's wooded sites welcome pets throughout its diverse accommodations including tent sites, RV areas, cabins, and yurts. Leashed pets are permitted at all nine pet-friendly campgrounds near Winnabow, North Carolina, with designated pet walking areas available at several locations. In The Pines RV & Cabin Village features a dedicated dog park and well-maintained mowed lanes specifically designed for walking pets. Wilmington KOA accommodates pets in both tent sites and cabins with standard pet policies requiring owners to clean up after their animals and keep them leashed when outside vehicles or campsites. Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, Holden Beach RV Campground, and Freeman Park all offer pet-friendly camping options with varying amenities and restrictions. Many campers report that wildlife, particularly raccoons, can approach campsites at night, requiring pet owners to maintain control of their animals.
The network of hiking trails through Carolina Beach State Park provides excellent opportunities for dog walking, with several trails winding through other-worldly landscapes containing carnivorous plants. The park's location between Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean creates diverse environments for pets to explore, though swimming is not permitted within park boundaries. A short five-minute drive reaches Carolina Beach where dogs can enjoy beach access according to local ordinances. Most campgrounds require pets to remain on leashes no longer than six feet, with several providing waste stations throughout the grounds. Good Hops Brewery, located just outside Carolina Beach State Park, features a disc golf course in its backyard where leashed dogs are welcome to accompany their owners. The marina area offers scenic sunset views where campers frequently walk their dogs along waterfront paths. Fall camping proves especially comfortable for pets with fewer bugs and cooler temperatures.
"Carolina beach state park is one of my favorite places to go in North Carolina. Not only does it have an awesome campground, but it's right near one of the best beaches I've ever been to."
"Had a great time camping and hiking around with my dog jinx. It was his first camping trip he seems to like it here as much as I did. be aware of the raccoons!!"
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Decent size sites, water, 30Amp, sewer, great WiFi (repeaters positioned at every other site, especially in the new section)."
"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."
"The location is near just about everything. The main road turning into the place can be jammed with traffic at times."
"Convient to Wilmington Downtown, Wilmington Beaches, Highway & Airport. Clean well maintained. Friendly Accomodating Staff. Love the Palm Trees throughout. Pet and Kid Friendly...."
"No shade in this campground, but the location is everything! Basically a manicured field with cement pads and hookup poles."
"Very close to the beach. Great view of the river. Has shop, rental center, and fishing pier within walking distance of the camping area."
"Freeman Park is a beach area located in Carolina Beach. It's the place to take your 4x4 vehicle, your friends, kids, and dogs, and have some fun in the sand, wind, and waves."
"With no more Beach than that we are allowed to drive on now the longer it happens the more of the beach will diminish. There should be no day passes only yearly."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Dog Park and nice mowed lanes for walks. Owner super nice and helpful."
from $67 - $106 / night
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Check Availability"With being only a short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants, this park can’t be beat. No frills here. The park managers are fun and friendly, and the grounds are clean and well-kept."
from $95 - $125 / night
Check Availability"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
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TravelerNice family friendly campground. Plenty of things to do for the kids. Water park, swimming pools, playgrounds, laser tag area. Golf carts are of you both for the rent. Nice size convenient store you can also purchase homemade ice cream. Pet friendly with two dog parks.
ScoutEeasy to get to...lots of things to do...great tiny houses to stay in...wonderful dog park with a dog wash...great pools...great water park and golf...OUTSIDE eating excellent....bathrooms well maintained....surroundings and sites well thought out... helpful people like Tommy...worth the price
TravelerNew 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.
GuideWe camped here in our 34 travel trailer. We both work from home on hot spots and our Verizon connection was great.
The place is VERY quiet in the off season. We didn’t have any neighbors in the surrounding spots.
The pool area looks super nice, but it was a little to chilly for us to spend any time in the pool. The hot tub however was a great way to end our work days! There are plenty of showers and two laundry rooms. Both are very nice and clean. There’s a small arcade which was fun too.
Check in was super easy. We were very late and they accommodated us. The staff is polite and friendly.
The site is great. Concrete pad makes for super quick and easy leveling set up. There’s a fire pit and picnic table. The spots next to us are “premium” so they have a little pavilion over their table.
The dog park is small and definitely geared towards smaller dogs. It has a cute agility type course set up. Our GSD felt a little to big for the dog park, but we made it work.
ScoutThis place has everything we need. Decent size sites, water, 30Amp, sewer, great WiFi (repeaters positioned at every other site, especially in the new section). There is also a playground, dog park, camp store, nearby grocery and other stores, etc. spent 5 nights, Sun - Thu night and really enjoyed it. Some monthly campers around who were friendly and helpful. We were a 5 minute drive to the beach and not far from other sites that we were looking to visit. The staff was also very nice and helpful. We were led to our site and the guide made sure we were OK and would have stayed had we needed help. Will do this again when visiting that area.
TravelerWe were delighted to find beautiful scenery, friendly staff and a comfortable campsite that included a picnic table and fire pit. Daddy Joe’s is an awesome place to bring the kiddos. A splash park, mini golf, swimming pools and the park has activities throughout the year. It’s dog friendly with two dog parks and plenty of places to walk and run!
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.
ScoutThis is a relaxing, natural campground. Many bird songs at sunrise and Whip poor will calls at sunset every night. We have dogs and there are nice places to walk along the pond, and grass areas all around the campground. The dog park is nice for some off leash time. The facilities are great with a store, laundry, and clean restrooms and showers. A very nice pool is available, but with Sunset beach, and Ocean Isle beach just minutes away we have gone there daily. I am fascinated by Bird Island that is a nature preserve and reachable from Sunset beach, this is a day trip we are looking forward to taking the dogs on. Calabash is another town we have visited and it is a gem. We didn’t expect to want anything but seafood but the Peruvian restaurants’ line out the door was intriguing and we ended up there for a late lunch and loved it. My partner is an avid fisherman and had a great day fishing on a Hurricane charter out of Calabash.
GuideGreat place for family entertainment. Kids of 10, 8, and 5 and all had a blast. We stayed during a storm and the camp staff adjusted their events to focus on indoor entertainment for the families. Wonderful.
Laser Tag. Splash pad. Water slides. Indoor and outdoor pool. Playgrounds. Dog parks. Putt-Putt. Ice Cream. Fishing. Basketball. Volleyball. Horse shoes…and our kids did it all.
Plenty of space between sites and very accommodating staff/assistance.
Great store with camping essentials.
We will be back next year.
Carolina Beach State Park and surrounding campgrounds offer pet-friendly accommodations within 30 miles of Winnabow, North Carolina. The area lies between the Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean at elevations near sea level, creating diverse coastal ecosystems ranging from maritime forests to salt marshes. Fall through spring camping seasons provide milder temperatures between 50-75°F with fewer insects than summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 85°F.
Winter camping season exploration: Carolina Beach State Park Campground maintains year-round operations with fewer crowds during winter. "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," notes Ms P. from Carolina Beach State Park Campground.
Beach driving access: Freeman Park offers a unique 4x4 beach camping experience with changing seasonal regulations. "You can drive onto the beach - it makes it SO easy!!!" shares reviewer Kimberly S. The park requires vehicles to air down tires and monitor tides for safety.
Military recreation options: Service members with DOD ID cards can access Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. "Great stay. Wife, Three Kids, and I really enjoyed it. Full hook ups. Bath house. MWR/famcamp store with everything you need. They do not allow wood burning fires, only propane campfires," reports reviewer E G.
Spacious, private sites: The camping areas at Carolina Beach State Park Campground provide well-maintained and secluded spaces. "From checking in until packing up to leave, my three night stay was very pleasant and restful. I disperse camp usually, but having the advantage of a very well maintained bathhouse was super nice," notes Steven C.
Proximity to beaches: Multiple campgrounds offer convenient beach access. "Excellent facilities and only a drive to the beach. Cool marina near check-in area too," mentions Daniel P. about Carolina Beach State Park Campground.
Winter off-season benefits: Wilmington KOA provides year-round camping with fewer crowds in winter. "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," shares Luke M.
Beach parking regulations: Freeman Park requires permits for beach driving and camping. "During busy times you have to apply for or get a permit. They charge just to drive on the beach to cut down on traffic. It's very hot and busy during the summer but if you go in spring, fall or warm winter days it's absolutely amazing," explains Kelley E.
Military facility restrictions: Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area limits access to DOD cardholders. "You need a DOD ID card to stay here. It is affordable if you qualify to stay. They will check and make you leave if you are not a card holder," warns Lacey B.
Variable site conditions: Campgrounds in the area vary in amenities and layout. "The sites themselves are extremely long, but for some reason the hook-ups are all near the front of the site, so you can't take advantage of the length," reports Erin S. about Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area.
Kid-friendly activities: Holden Beach RV Campground offers recreational options beyond beaches. "There is a playground for kids and I could see our kids riding their bikes around with no issues at all. It is very short ride to the beach and there is a grocery store, ice cream shop, and a few restaurants nearby," notes Caleb S.
Transportation alternatives: Some campgrounds provide beach transit. "And a free trolly takes you to the beach and some restaurants," mentions Taissa K. about Holden Beach RV Campground.
Beach driving safety: Freeman Park requires careful planning with children. "Bear in mind that we come here for nature and Mother Nature can make herself known on the oceanfront!! Winds can be high and tents are a challenge to secure in loose sand. Also CRITICAL to be educated about beach weather and TIDES!!!!" cautions reviewer Wanderer.
Dog-friendly amenities: In The Pines RV & Cabin Village offers dedicated pet facilities among dog friendly campgrounds near Winnabow. "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," writes Kristie B.
Urban campground advantages: Wilmington KOA provides convenient access to town. "An Oasis slid behind a busy part of town. A campground that you quickly feel at home. Level spacious sites, most with a good shade tree, allows for a quick set up," describes Robert T., adding "The campground is convenient to downtown Wilmington and a short drive to Wrightsville Beach."
RV site selection: Holden Beach RV Campground offers varied site options. "We stayed in the new section with great, full hook up, level, gravel pads and some new grass and landscaping, large new picnic table and fire pit. And a decent amount of space from next door neighbor at an angle," reports Taissa K.
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