Frisco Campground

$28.00/night

PO Box 190
Buxton, NC 27920

Notice

OVERNIGHT USE LIMITATIONS: Restrictions limiting the duration of camping will allow all campers to have the opportunity to enjoy camping in America’s first National Seashore. Established limits are designated to prevent resource damage and impacts to sites and allow for an enjoyable recreational experience. Making reservations under another name or account to circumvent the 14-day restriction is prohibited. For more information, visit Laws & Policies - Cape Hatteras National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

Camping is limited to a total of 14 days of camping between Easter Day and Thanksgiving Day.

Camping stay limitations are changing effective January 1, 2027.

Camping for more than 14 cumulative nights per campground from May 15th to September 15th (peak season) is prohibited.
Camping for more than 30 cumulative nights per campground from September 16th to May 14th (off season) is prohibited.
Holding or reserving a campsite for another party is prohibited. Sites may not be paid for by persons who do not intend to occupy the site.
Making reservations under a different name or account to circumvent the maximum stay limit is prohibited.

Sep 16, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027

Overview

Frisco Campground is part of Cape Hatteras National Seashore on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Camping here will put you in a prime location to experience the history, culture, and breathtaking beauty of North Carolina's barrier islands.

Recreation

On a walk around the Frisco Campground visitors can enjoy the rolling topography, views of the Atlantic Ocean, and at night, the sweeping beacon of the nearby Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Boardwalks from the campground to the beach give pedestrians easy access to enjoy activities such as surfing, swimming, and fishing. There is also an off-road vehicle (ORV) ramp at the entrance of the campground for beach driving with a Cape Hatteras ORV permit.

Facilities

Campers have access to modern restrooms with flushing toilets, potable water, and outdoor unheated showers. Each campsite is equipped with a paved parking pad, picnic table, and a charcoal grill for cooking. There are no RV hook ups in the campground. Dumpsters and a recycling center are located at the entrance of the campground. Wooden boardwalks make it easy for campers to travel to and from the beach.

Natural Features

The elevated dunes in Frisco Campground afford campers the opportunity to have an ocean view from some of the campsites. Dense vegetation creates a sense of privacy not present in the other campgrounds on Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

Frisco campground is within a short drive of the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The beacon gained fame in 1999 when it was picked up and moved 2900 ft. to its current location. It is also the tallest brick lighthouse in the country.

Charges & Cancellations

Changes and cancellations to reservations follow Recreation.gov polices.

Camp site features

Across 124 camp sites:

Pets allowed: 87 of 124 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 124 sites
Longest RV: 49 ft
Largest party: 6 people

Fees

Payment is only accepted through 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.

Directions

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 through the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, and Buxton. Once you reach Frisco take a left on Billy Mitchell Road and proceed to the campground. 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 to Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Continue on NC-12 South through the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, and Buxton. Once you reach Frisco take a left on Billy Mitchell Road and proceed to the campground. 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. (For an alternate route to NC-12 South, continue on I-95 North to Rocky Mount, NC. Take 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 to Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Continue on NC-12 South through the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, and Buxton. Once you reach Frisco take a left on Billy Mitchell Road and proceed to the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

1,046 reviews

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Bobby H

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Quiet and peaceful stay, not over crowded and easy beach access. Definitely staying again.

Robert T

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Reviewed 19 days ago

Great campground Be prepared for mosquitoes

Linda E

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Reviewed 20 days ago

I have always loved this campground but the foliage has taken over. There are several sites where you can barely get the camper door open because the trees slap you in the face. There are no longer any ocean view sites. On the good side the campground is clean, including the bathrooms and showers. Bring table covers and seating covers for the picnic tables. Some are kinda rough. The campground hosts are very helpful and are necessary for the safety and security of the campground and patrons. Thank you. I hope to be back in a few months.

Sherman C

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Reviewed 20 days ago

Very clean campground right on the ocean! Also, when people say to bring bug repellent, bring it! It's in the heart of a moist environment, so every type of biting bug will come after your flesh. Picaridin worked well for us. Also, wear sandals or closed toed-shoes as there are spiky plants in places that we thought were grass.

Kelly P

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Surprisingly buggy for October, but a nor'easter just blew through the week prior. This is my favorite campground when I come to Hatteras Island. It has several beach access ramps and can catch the inside road. It is always relaxing and quiet, which is always appreciated when I go on vacation. The driving path, parking, and facilities are always in good shape when i come. There is no litter or trash on the ground, and the trash cans and dumpsters are emptied often. Well maintained and respected by the other campers who stay here. We usually stay in loop A or C.

Tim H

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Reviewed a month ago

26th year. Great peaceful campground.

Availability

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Reserve

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in November, when about 0% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 3 years of reservations.