Best Campgrounds near Knotts Island, NC

Are you in need of a campground near Knotts Island, NC? There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. Discover great camping spots near Knotts Island, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Knotts Island, North Carolina (49)

    1. North Landing Beach

    15 Reviews
    Knotts Island, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 426-6241

    "This location was PERFECT! It warmed up enough to enjoy the beach which was a 5 minute walk from cabin."

    "There Is a very nice workout room and a bIllIards room adjacent."

    2. Outer Banks West - Currituck Sound KOA

    12 Reviews
    Corolla, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 453-2732

    "It’s not close to anything or any lighthouses. They do have a boat ramp so if you plan to camp and fish this would be a great spot."

    "The view was beautiful and the weather was great at night to just sit outside and enjoy the view. It was a very quiet camp with a great dog park. I look forward to visiting again soon."

    3. First Landing State Park Campground

    118 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 412-2300

    $28 - $40 / night

    "There are also about 20 cabins on the Trail side. The only sewer hookups are for the three Camp Host sites located throughout the Park. There are nice clean showers located around the campground."

    "Very clean facilities and close by. Easy access to water. Close proximity to beach and hiking. 120 - was able to get two RTT on one site.

    Bad: close proximity to other sites."

    4. Holiday Trav-L-Park

    44 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 849-8860

    $25 - $92 / night

    "We enjoyed biking all over the place (including a family-friendly bike trail to the VB boardwalk), playing on the many small playgrounds, swimming in the dome-covered pool (there are three more of them"

    "Finding my campsite in the Sherwood Forest section was a little confusing but my site ended up being ideal--close to the main road to walk out for an Uber to the show and a little farther from the other"

    5. False Cape State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Knotts Island, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 426-7128

    $20 / night

    "We’ve lived so close to this park for so long and I regret not coming sooner. This park is 5+ miles from the Little Island Park Parking lot, where you have to park if you’re staying overnight."

    "We were on site 22, which is ocean side, and right up next to 23. They could easily act as companion sites."

    6. Virginia Beach KOA

    37 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 428-1444

    "Zip lining is close by. Easy access to the troll to the beach is right on site. For as crowded as it was it really was not that loud. Great location to visit and enjoy the beach."

    "Definitely plenty to do and a short Uber distance to the World Famous Virginia Beach."

    7. Northwest River Park & Campground

    19 Reviews
    Moyock, VA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 421-7151

    $21 - $36 / night

    "Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic."

    "The only thing I have a problem with here, is that there are no garbage cans or dumpsters near the campsites."

    8. Sandy Point Resort Campground

    8 Reviews
    Knotts Island, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 429-3094

    $20 - $60 / night

    "This location is great for that."

    9. North Bayshore Campground

    12 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 426-7911

    $55 - $85 / night

    "Wonderful spot away from crowds but close to beach. Tent, RV or “ tiny cabin” options. Clean, quiet and pretty. Canal runs around campground that gives you access to Back Bay. Pool and playground."

    "Only downfall was the boat launch was next to my sight, and I was woken up at 6:30 every morning with guys launching their bass boats."

    10. Bells Island Campground

    6 Reviews
    Knotts Island, NC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 232-2590

    "Coming to North Carolina, coastal camping is something which has to be on your bucket list."

    "Walk to dock overlooking the bay waterfront. Easy drive to the outerbanks and activities. The manager is always available by phone and in person in the late afternoon."

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Recent Reviews near Knotts Island, NC

481 Reviews of 49 Knotts Island Campgrounds


  • Aaron S.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Kiptopeke State Park Campground

    A great place!

    This is a great campground. Well maintained, nice and quiet. C loop has full hookup where A and B do not. Plenty to do, hiking, fishing, birding. Camp store is nice, the staff for the park are great. The bathhouses are a little dirty, but not terrible. One of our favorite places to camp for sure! Try and get C loop spots 15 - 21. They’re shaded and at the back of the loop.

  • L
    Aug. 31, 2025

    First Landing State Park Campground

    Great place as always, small site

    Love coming here every year. This site, while convenient to the bathroom, is small, no privacy, is part of the pathway to the bathroom and has a slight sewer oder.

  • d
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Kitty Hawk RV Park

    Kitty Box

    Our 1st interaction was with the rude man that seems to be managing the check-in and management of the pulling in. We were stuck in one of the worst back-in spot locations on the campground. It was surrounded by full-time residents across the street from us. The residents have porches, stairs and several cars all around their ground bound trailers in regular size RV site. The management guy made his attempt to help my husband back in our trailer by berating him, questioning his experience backing our 19 ft trailer. He even had the nerve to ask me to pay him CASH while, my husband continued park the trailer. I said, "NO."  He was extremely unhinged and verbally abusive and now you don't want to ask my husband for cash?????? We asked him for a receipt and he gave us some shady excuse that the woman in the office was very busy and would get back to us in 24 hours with a receipt. BTW, this women in the office doesn't answer her calls for 24hrs.

    Our experience staying here felt like we were staying in a homeless camp with societies most delusional elitist drop outs.  

    The site pads at dirt/sand and partial grass. The bench tables are in the way of backing in because, the sites are too small and Avery shallow. Beware: the bench tables are old and heavy to move and the management guy offered no assistance to move the bench table. There was so much dirt & sandy in our trailer I was so happy to get leave just so I could mop and clean all Kitty Sand out of my trailer.

    I do not recommend this camp site. We noticed on the night before we left there are other camp grounds near by that look better maintained.

  • Leo S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Military Park Fort Story Cape Henry RV Park

    Disconnect and enjoy long walks

    Cellular signal and Starlink won't work well here and the campground WiFi isn't great. But in the true spirit of camping, this is a great place to disconnect and take long walks around the base and the beach. The express store nearby has limited hours but the fitness center allows for 24/7 access if you register your ID card with MWR.

  • Leo S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Virginia Beach KOA

    Off season gem

    Prices come way down during the off season. Much of the facilities are closed but they keep open one of their bathhouses. Otherwise it's a peaceful stay in the winter months.

  • a
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Virginia Beach KOA

    Va Beach KOA

    Nice, large sites, 2 pool, 1 lazy river. 1 stocked store. Planned activities.

  • C
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Virginia Beach RV Resort

    Good stay for simple camping

    We picked this site for its proximity to the beach. Site #4 was level and had full hookups. It was a bit tricky to get our setup into but was accomplished once I determined the best way to maneuver. The playground was basic, but a playground non the less. Pools were nice and never really crowded. There is no on site camp store, and we did not find ice as advertised. We also had to treat our lot/camper for ants but given the location we figured as much. We have AT&T and Verizon and both picked up well. The WiFi didn’t seem to exist unless you were close to their buildings. Everyone was friendly and was a nice quiet getaway to let the kids ride bikes and fish. All in all, we enjoyed our vacation and would book here again.

  • Jadon B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 10, 2025

    North Bayshore Campground

    Summer Fun

    We got a RV site for 2 nights, #99. We really liked the campgrounds. Everyone was very welcoming! Lots of things to do. We drove 20mins to the beach, paid $25 for 24hr oversized vehicle parking.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2025

    First Landing State Park Campground

    Great experience

    The camp ground is beautiful and the people are friendly. Our game ground was surrounded by the forest but your in walking distance to the beach. The shower and rest rooms are sit up nicely the best I’ve seen at a campground. The beach is more secluded and you’re close to all the activities that Virginia Beach has to offer. There is also trails that are on the campground near there visitors center.


Guide to Knotts Island

Camping near Knotts Island, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the Beach: Many campgrounds are close to the beach, making it easy to enjoy the sun and surf. At North Landing Beach, one camper said, "We love this place. They are always hosting activities, there's a beach and a pool, playground, movie nights, pizza and ice cream shop."
  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Enjoy the trails and natural beauty around the campgrounds. A visitor at False Cape State Park Campground noted, "Nice isolation, wonderful clean beach... The most stunning part was definitely the sunsets."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: Many campgrounds offer access to fishing spots and water activities. A review for Outer Banks West - Currituck Sound KOA mentioned, "Our boys enjoyed kayaking around the sound and riding their bikes to the playground."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Northwest River Park & Campground said, "Bath houses were clean & the trails were awesome!"
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff who make the experience enjoyable. A camper at Holiday Trav-L-Park shared, "The campground had a lot of amenities and the showers/restrooms were excellent."
  • Activities for Kids: Families love the activities available for children. A review for Virginia Beach KOA highlighted, "They provide you with a schedule outlining all of the events they will be having that week."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially near roads. A camper at Virginia Beach KOA mentioned, "Road noise was constant and lots of traffic on the beach access highway."
  • Site Spacing: Campgrounds can be crowded, and sites may be close together. A visitor at Holiday Trav-L-Park noted, "The RV spots are not even 20 to 25 ft apart from each other."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A review for False Cape State Park Campground stated, "There was hardly any shade hiking in. Campgrounds are clean, fair amount of bugs so bring spray."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with organized activities for kids. A camper at North Landing Beach said, "They are always hosting activities, there's a beach and a pool, playground, movie nights."
  • Choose Shaded Sites: If you're camping in the summer, find sites with shade to keep cool. A review for First Landing State Park Campground mentioned, "Most of the sites have shade a few do not have any shade."
  • Bring Bug Spray: Bugs can be a problem, especially near water. A camper at Northwest River Park & Campground advised, "There is not much privacy... Lots of standing water, once bugs start coming out would be a ton of mosquito."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A visitor at OBX Campground said, "The sites are very spacious, there are plenty of fishing locations and places to walk pets."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check the campground details. A camper at Sandy Point Resort Campground noted, "Level parking and full hookups made it a comfortable stay."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A review for Virginia Beach KOA mentioned, "It was nice not too packed and had overflow parking."

Camping near Knotts Island, North Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just be sure to plan ahead and choose the right spot for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Knotts Island, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Knotts Island, NC is North Landing Beach with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.