Sitting on Roanoke Island between Wanchese and Manteo, The Refuge on Roanoke Island functions primarily as a long-term RV community, with only around 15 sites available for short-term rental. The property is forested and compact, with some sites backing directly up to the water. Visitors looking for campsites near Manteo will find this park positioned about 15 to 20 minutes from the busier tourist areas of the Outer Banks, which gives it a lower-key atmosphere than beachside alternatives.
Water access is a recurring draw. Several sites face a pond, and the shoreline provides opportunities to fish for flounder or blue crab. A walking trail circles the pond. The full hookup sites accommodate RVs up to 50 feet and include electric, water, and sewer connections, along with a picnic table at each site. On-site amenities include a pool, a bathhouse, laundry facilities, and WiFi. Nearby alternatives include Beechland Campground to the northwest and Island House of Wanchese Bed and Breakfast just to the south.
The community feel here is worth understanding before booking. Most occupants are long-term residents, and multiple reviewers note that management enforces rules closely. No fires are permitted. Tents are not allowed. One reviewer described the atmosphere as "a tight knit, very small/super quiet community," which captures both the appeal and the potential friction for short-term visitors. Sites are on the smaller side. This park makes the most sense for self-contained RV travelers who want water access and full hookups without the noise of a larger resort-style campground.
Description
The Refuge on Roanoke Island is a camping community located in the fishing Village of Wanchese, North Carolina. We welcome you to stay for the night, a week, or pick your favorite spot to reserve all year long. We have 59 sites with full hookups, 44 are year long leases, and the rest are waterfront and available for daily campers. We are getting ready for the season here on the beautiful Outer Banks and couldn't be more excited to see what next year has to offer. The plants, bushes and trees are starting to fill out and the flowers will be blooming again before you know it. Check out our "Features" page to find out all of the great amenities you will find here at The Refuge. Hope to see you soon!
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsThe Refuge on Roanoke Island is located in North Carolina near Manteo
Address
2881 NC Highway 345
Wanchese, NC 27981
Coordinates
35.85377994 N
75.64427128 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
