


Soil at all the campgrounds is sandy therefore, longer than normal tent stakes are recommended. Frisco Campground is located among sand dunes. For current Cape Hatteras National Seashore Off Road Vehicle (ORV) use, please. Picnic areas, camping and interpretive programs are offered seasonally. Marine Life: If you come upon stranded, injured, sick or deceased marine life (sea turtles, dolphins, seals, etc.) call the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Stranding Hotline at (252) 216-6892. The first national seashore in the country includes natural and historic attractions, such as lighthouses and lifesaving stations. For non-emergencies that require assistance from National Park Service law enforcement staff, call the Dare County non-emergency line at (252) 473-3444. The campgrounds are located on the ocean side separated from the beach by barrier dunes. The National Seashore extends more than 70 miles from South Nags Head to Ocracoke Inlet, covering 30,000 acres.From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, camping is limited to a total of 14 days within a 30-day period.If you must bring more than two vehicles, make arrangements to park your extra vehicle outside the park or purchase an additional campsite. Parking space for extra vehicles is severely limited, so plan accordingly.No more than two vehicles (pop-up camper is considered a vehicle) and six persons may occupy a single site.There are currently no utility connections at the other three campgrounds. Electricity and water are available at 47 camping sites at Oregon Inlet Campground.All campgrounds have modern restrooms and potable water. Oregon Inlet Camground has heated showers: Frisco, Cape Point and Ocracoke have unheated showers.Camping is permitted only at designated campgrounds.No discounts are offered for the group camping at Oregon Inlet Campground, or on utilities at Oregon Inlet Campground. If making a reservation, pass information must be provided at that time to receive the discount. Holders of the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior or Access Pass, or the Golden Age or Access pass are eligible for a 50% discount on their campsite. A group campsite is available at Oregon Inlet Campground and may be reserved through Discounts
