Can you reserve a site at Oyster Point Campground?

Yes, Oyster Point Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Oyster Point Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Oyster Point Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Oyster Point Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Oyster Point Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Oyster Point Campground, North Carolina — 15 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Oyster Point Campground is located on the banks of the Newport River, near the town of Newport, NC. The campground is just a short drive to the beaches of Atlantic Beach, NC and other coastal fishing destinations. The campground can get very busy and reservations are reccamended but must be made 3 days in advance. Of the 15 campsites, 1 are considered a first come-first served campsite that cannot be reserved or held, so a person must physically be there with their camping equipment to purchase the campsite. Oyster Point campground has the option to use Scan & Pay system, but by the rules of recreaiton.gov it may only be used for first come-first served sites. Please make sure to contact a campground host to ensure availability before paying for any campsite. Failure to check with the campground host for availability may result in the loss of your camping fee.

Recreation

Canoeing and fishing are popular options. Power boating is allowed on the Newport River, however, the boat lanch at this location is a small hand launch with no vehicle access that you may use a canoe or kayak cart/dolly for assistance to get your boat to the water if desired. The Croatan Saltwater Trail weaves south between the barrier islands of the Bogue Sound and north on Adams Creek connecting to the Neuse River. This campground is also the trailhead for the Neusiok trail which is a 21-mile hiking trail that meanders through cypress swamps, loblolly pines and vast bogs of thick vegetation.

Facilities

The campground features 15 campsites and two vault toilets. Each site has a picnic table, fire grill, parking spur, tent pad and lantern post. The boat lanch at this location is a small hand launch with no vehicle access that you may use a canoe or kayak cart/dolly for assistance to get your boat to the water if desired

Natural Features

Situated in the coastal pine forest and intercostal waterway of the Croatan National Forest, which encompasses 160,000 acres in eastern North Carolina, the Newport River is 12 miles long and opens into the Bogue sound. It is popular with anglers and flatwater paddlers.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is just a short drive to the towns of Newport, NC and Morehead City, NC. These towns offer full service grocery, retail, and an abundant selection of restaurants.

Charges & Cancellations

There is a $10.00 fee to cancel Reservations. Reservations canceled within the 3 days of arrival may result in the loss of the fee for one or more nights stay.
Refunds for weather or checking out early will not be considered

The facts

Season: Year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
15 bookable sites
15 accessible sites
Up to 18 people per site
Loops: Main

Site types

15 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

15 campsites at Oyster Point Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
01	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	9	♿ 🐾
02	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	9	♿ 🐾
03	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	9	♿ 🐾
04	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	9	♿ 🐾
05	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	9	♿ 🐾
06	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
07	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
08/10	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	18	♿ 🐾
09	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
11	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	9	♿ 🐾
12	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
13	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
14	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	9	♿ 🐾
15	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	9	♿ 🐾
16	Main	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	—	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Newport, take SR 1154 to Forest Road 181 and turn right.

34.76084, -76.76171 · 34°45'39.0"N 76°45'42.1"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	4.4	3.8	3.6	3.8	3.8	5.0	6.4	7.7	8.7	5.0	4.0	5.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.9 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

Campsite Fee and Policy: Campsites should be paid for within 30 mins of arrival. If you arrive and/or setup on the campsite before 5am, you will be required to pay the following for the previous night (Example: if you arrive any time before 5am Saturday morning on a campsite, you must pay the full price for Friday Night) Single Standard Non-Electric Campsite = $10.00 per night - 8 person limit Scan & Pay for First Come-First Served sites will add up to an additional $1.00 per day to process electronic payment. Double Standard Non-Electric Campsite = $20.00 per night - 16 person limit America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes qualify user for half off the Basic Fee for Single Sites. There are no camping discounts for Veteran, Annual, Volunteer, or 4th Grade passes Reservations are extra and are non-refundable. Reservations must be made 3 days prior to arrival to prevent double bookings, but may be made up to 180 days in advance Please make sure to contact a campground host to ensure availability before paying for any campsite not reserved prior to your arrival. Failure to check with the campground host for availability may result in the loss of your campsite and camping fee.

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

Common questions about Oyster Point Campground

Can you reserve a site at Oyster Point Campground?: Yes, Oyster Point Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Oyster Point Campground have?: 15 sites.
Are pets allowed at Oyster Point Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Oyster Point Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Oyster Point Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Oyster Point Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Oyster Point Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Oyster Point Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$10/night for single sites; $20/night for double sites. Fee envelopes are located near the entrance.

Restrictions:

Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. No alcohol.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 252-638-5628
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Oyster Point Campground