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GREAT ISLAND CABIN CAMP

Beaufort, North Carolina · National Park Service

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About

Great Island Cabin Camp sits on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, just off the North Carolina coast. This historic, remote camp has long been a favorite destination for fishermen and beachgoers. Because it is only accessible by water, visitors arrive either by personal boat or by reserving space on one of the vehicle ferries that cross scenic Core Sound to South Core Banks. 4WD, high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended due to deep sand on the Back Road and along the oceanside beaches. There are no paved roads on South Core Banks. An Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Driving Permit is required and must be purchased on Recreation.gov before your trip. Upon arrival, present your proof of purchase to staff at the Great Island Cabin Camp Office, and they will issue the appropriate decal for your vehicle.Great Island Cabin Camp offers 23 rustic beachfront cabins, each with a porch and space for individuals, families, or small groups of up to 12. Cabins range from 288 to 960 sq. ft., and Cabin 2 is accessible. All units are wired for guest-supplied generators (5,500 watts max or equipped with a GFI), which are needed for electricity. Each cabin includes bunk beds with mattresses, a private bathroom with a sink and shower, hot water, a table and chairs, and a small kitchen with cabinets and a propane stove/oven. Refrigerators are not provided. An outdoor grill is located beside each cabin, and additional bathhouse facilities are centrally located in camp. Guests must bring their own linens, bedding, cookware, food, coolers, first-aid supplies, and any other necessities. Most visitors also pack flashlights or lanterns. Ice and fuel are available at the camp office.Cape Lookout National Seashore stretches like a slender ribbon of sand between Ocracoke Inlet and Beaufort Inlet. Spanning 56 miles, these wild barrier islands offer a rare, untouched coastal landscape—wide, windswept beaches backed by low, grass-topped dunes, open salt-spray flats edged with thickets of maritime vegetation, and broad, shimmering salt marshes along Core Sound. It’s a place where the scenery is simple, natural, and beautifully unspoiled.Top Attractions Within Cape Lookout National Seashore 1. Cape Lookout Lighthouse (South Core Banks) The iconic black-and-white “diamond” lighthouse. Great for photography, picnics, and exploring the light station area. 2. Cape Lookout Village Historic District Restored historic buildings, including the Keepers’ Quarters Museum. Scenic wal

Directions

From NC-101, Havelock, NC 28532 to Davis, NC 28524 Ferry Landing 41 min (33.3 miles) via NC-101 E and US-70 E Head east on NC-101 E toward Cunningham Blvd 18 min (15.7 mi) Take Merrimon Rd to US-70 E/Hwy 70 Bettie 6 min (4.7 mi) Follow US-70 E to Horseshoe Rd in Davis 16 min (12.6 mi) Continue on Horseshoe Rd. Drive to Grady Davis Ln 1 min (0.2 mi) Cape Lookout Cabins & Camps, Inc. 125 Grady Davis Ln, Davis, NC 28524 https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z6oyr6teV8eFDsfq5

Location

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Details

State
North Carolina
City / area
Beaufort
Agency
National Park Service
Parent area
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Campsites
23
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$80–$180 / night
Rating
4.31 / 5 (525 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
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