Cape Point Campground

Campground · North Carolina · 200 bookable sites ·

Managed by the National Park Service

200
Bookable sites
50 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
3
Accessible sites
Cape Point Campground
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Cape Point Campground sites have a shortened reservation window. Due to the ground saturation and potential for flooding we encourage you to check the sites prior to paying. Cape Point Campground is centrally located to all of the attractions on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The campground puts you within walking distance of arguably the best fishing and surfing on the east coast.

Recreation

A short walk through the dunes leads you to the beach at the infamous Cape Hatteras. Many trophy fish have been landed from the point, and it has been a surfing destination for decades. If you prefer to drive to the beach you can access one of the many off-road vehicle ramps within a short distance of the campground. Exploration of the barrier islands beyond their beaches is possible on a hike through the nearby maritime forest. The Buxton Woods Trail is a 3/4 mile loop that can be accessed just north of the campground at the Buxton Woods Picnic Area on Lighthouse Road.

Facilities

Cape Point Campground is the largest campground on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Each campsite is equipped with a paved parking pad, picnic table and charcoal grill. Rows D, E, and F are reserved for tent camping only. There are no hook-ups in the campground for RVs. Four sets of restrooms and outdoor shower facilities are dispersed evenly throughout the campground. Water spigots providing potable water are readily available.

Natural Features

The campground is nestled between rolling dunes to the south and the largest remaining tract of maritime forest on the North Carolina coast to the north. The environment is naturally suited to accommodate many bird and mammal species. A large heard of white tail deer frequent the area.

Nearby Attractions

The iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is located just north of Cape Point Campground on Lighthouse Road next to the Visitor Center. Standing at 198 feet, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States. It has undoubtedly saved the lives of many mariners navigating around the treacherous Diamond Shoals. The Museum of the Sea is also located near the Visitor Center within the shadow of the lighthouse. The museum's operating hours vary with the season.

Buxton Beach is a family friendly swimming destination staffed with lifeguards from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It is a short walk or bike ride from the campground. Parking is available at the old lighthouse site adjacent to the current location of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (252) 475-9054.

The facts

  • 200 bookable sites
  • 202 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 3 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 50 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K

Site types

  • 151 Standard Nonelectric
  • 49 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 2 Management

Amenities

  • Picnic tables
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available
  • Campfires allowed — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

202 campsites at Cape Point Campground

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
A001AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A002AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight44 ft6 🐾
A003AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A004AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A005AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
A006AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A007AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
A008AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A009AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
A011AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
A013AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
A015AStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
B001BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
B002BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
B003BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight43 ft6 🐾
B004BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
B005BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
B006BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
B007BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight43 ft6 🐾
B008BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
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B010BStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
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C001CStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight49 ft6 🐾
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F015FTent Only NonelectricParallelPavedSlight40 ft6 🐾
F017FTent Only NonelectricParallelPavedSlight40 ft6 🐾
G001GStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
G002GStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
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G006GStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6♿ 🐾
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H001HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
H002HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight49 ft6 🐾
H003HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
H004HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight44 ft6 🐾
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H013HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
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H015HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
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H020HStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight49 ft6 🐾
I001IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
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I003IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
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I005IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
I006IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight40 ft6 🐾
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I008IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
I009IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight40 ft6 🐾
I010IManagement—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
I011IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
I012IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
I013IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight44 ft6 🐾
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I016IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight47 ft6 🐾
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I018IStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight46 ft6 🐾
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J001JStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
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J003JStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight45 ft6 🐾
J004JStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
J005JStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
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K015KStandard Nonelectric—PavedSlight48 ft6 🐾
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Getting there

North (From Richmond, VA)

Follow I-95 South to Richmond, VA. Take I-64 East toward Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA. Take I-64 or I-664 to Chesapeake, VA. From I-64, take Exit 291B to Route 168, the Chesapeake Expressway (a toll-road costing $3.00 - $6.00 each way). Once in North Carolina, Route 168 turns into US-158 East. Follow US-158 East through Nags Head, NC to the junction of NC-12 South. Continue on NC-12 South until you reach the village of Buxton. Signs for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Cape Point Campground will be on your left. Follow Lighthouse Road until you reach Cape Point Campground on your right.

West (From Rocky Mount, NC)

Follow US-64 East through Tarboro, Williamston, Plymouth, Columbia, and Manteo, crossing the Alligator River Bridge and the Virginia Dare Bridge. Keep going on US-64 East to Nags Head, NC, going over the Washington Baum Bridge, to the junction of NC-12 South. Turn right onto NC-12 South and you will be at the north entrance. Continue on NC-12 South until you reach the village of Buxton. Signs for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Cape Point Campground will be on your left. Follow Lighthouse Road until you reach Cape Point Campground on your right.

South (From Florence, SC)

Take I-95 North to Wilson, NC. Take US-264 East through Greenville, NC and Washington, NC. From Washington, NC, take US-17 to Williamston and follow US-64 East to Nags Head, NC and the junction of NC-12 South. Continue on NC-12 South until you reach the village of Buxton. Signs for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Cape Point Campground will be on your left. Follow Lighthouse Road until you reach Cape Point Campground on your right.

35.23621, -75.92250 · 35°14'10.3"N 75°55'21.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 52°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F525459687582858580736256
Low °F404046546370747370605043
Precip in4.14.04.33.83.84.25.07.47.45.24.74.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Reservations only via Recreation.gov Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: A service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Cape Point Campground

Can you reserve a site at Cape Point Campground?
Yes, Cape Point Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cape Point Campground have?
202 sites in total, of which 200 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Cape Point Campground?
50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cape Point Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cape Point Campground.
Does Cape Point Campground have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Cape Point Campground?
Campfires are not allowed at Cape Point Campground.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-11.

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