Onslow Beach Campsites, near Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, is a military campground that offers a unique beachside experience. With the ocean on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other, it’s a prime spot for those looking to soak up the sun and enjoy some water activities.

The campground features picnic tables at each site, making it easy to enjoy meals outdoors. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the clean facilities, including bathrooms that, while sometimes needing a little extra attention, generally serve their purpose. One camper noted, “We love this campground and stay here at least once a year,” highlighting the welcoming vibe that keeps people coming back.

For beach lovers, the location is unbeatable—just a short walk to the sandy shores where you can hunt for shark teeth or relax by the waves. If you’re into fishing, there’s a nice area by the waterway that’s perfect for casting a line. Just keep in mind that the campground can get a bit hot during the summer months, so plan accordingly. 

Whether you’re camping in a tent or an RV, Onslow Beach Campsites offers a laid-back atmosphere where you can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

Onslow Beach Campsites

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The Best Camping Near Hubert, North Carolina

Camp Lejeune offers some nice cabins great for a weekend getaway. Typically only accessible to military. Will have to get a guest pass at the gate. Could prove troublesome depending on the time of day. Located directly on the beach. There are plenty of things to do for a first timer. Would not recommend for those familiar with the area already.

Fun in the sun

Awesome!

You have to have been in the Military to get on base !

Awesome place, love watching our Marines training & seeing the Osprey flyin

This is a tiny campground open to military, DOD employees and their family. Off season it’s pretty easy to get reservations. During the peak season, not as easy. This isn’t the place to come if you like your privacy as the sites are on top of each other. Electic, water, sewage and cable (bring your own cable) are included in price. 


Perfect Small Campgrounds

We loved it. You must have a DOD ID for access. Right on the beach and a C store right there. Nice showers and bathrooms. No service for AT&amp;T or WiFi. Nice and quiet.

At The Beach

This is absolutely one of my favorite places to stay! It is right on the beach, a little store is right there for your convenience and there is plenty of space for walking, riding bikes, etc. The area itself is beautiful, the buildings are exceptional. The only downfall is it takes about 20-25 minutes to drive back to civilization. 😂 This is bad only if you don’t bring enough food/drinks to the beach with you. Otherwise, it’s a great escape from the rest of the world!

One of my favorites

This is a great place for any military or retired military member to go. The beach is amazing and the sights are nice too.

Great get away

My favorite military campground, ID necessary, and a great spot for family time. The intercoastal waterway is right there, as well as the beach and a military shopette. We have found many shark teeth on the beach and made great memories wake boarding and relaxing.


Great Beach campground

Love that it’s close to the beach. The bathrooms were very clean. I’m not a fan of the spot we received because we are a pop up camper surrounded by very bright and very large RV’s but if next time we get the back circle area where our camper belongs it will be wonderful. 

Great! 

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! The prices are reasonable but the WiFi isn’t great. There’s a mini mart next to the campground for all you may need.

So close to the beach!

We stayed at this camp site for a week and really enjoyed it! The camp host was super helpful and so friendly! It is right across the dunes from the beach. 

Great stay 

We love this campground and stay here at least once a year. Full hook ups, very clean, friendly staff, and many sites have a shelter area for the picnic table (all sites have a table). WiFi isn’t great but that doesn’t bother us; cell signal is decent. Easy access to beach and waterway. Bathhouse and laundry room are clean and adequate. Sites are pretty level. You will need to be able to tolerate the noise of a military base including low-flying aircraft and artillery fire. Sites in the small RV/tent circle will have standing water in heavy rain.  MCX Mini Mart beside the campground is well-stocked. Nice fishing area on waterway. 

Clean & Friendly

Disclaimer: this is a military campground. Onslow Beach is probably our favorite place to camp, and definitely our first choice for camping at the beach. Intracoastal waterway on one side of the campground and ocean on the other. Quiet and relaxing. Very family friendly and dog friendly. Staff are always super nice and helpful. No pressure to do anything other than enjoy your time away from home, although if you are willing to drive into town there are plenty of places to shop and things to do. 

One of our top 3

This is our first time camping here. 
Upon arrival (Friday, Labor Day weekend)  the grass was about 6-8” tall and there was a push mower by our pick nic table. We set up, after about an hour a guy came by on a riding mower and mowed around the area.  Leaving a lot of grass near our area. 
We were in the center section, no tree coverage, so it was really hot and there was no breeze.  Our tarp and awning really helped. 
The bathrooms were not cleaned very well, mold and old clothes left in the shower area. 
The location is good, close enough to the walk to the beach every day. 
Would stay here again, but only during the cooler months. 

Hot camping 

Campground was within close walking proximity to the beach. Beach was clean and we had fun hunting for shark teeth. Water was fairly clear and nice temperature.

Camping sites are close together but fairly level. Lots of barking dogs, even in their units. Shower/bath house was DISGUSTING!! Showers were full of sand, hair stuck to the walls, torn and stained curtains. Water was hot though. By the end of the week it was out of hand soap. 

The bridge that is right behind camp about 60 feet was under a full rebuild. Construction noise started a little before 0700 each day. Dump trucks and heavy machinery while drinking your coffee. A warning before arrival from the reservation office would have been nice. I understand the bridge needs work but warn people. 

Glad we got to visit with friends on the base but we won’t be back. 

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