Great Island Cabin Camp
Open for the 2026 season from March 12 through November 30. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Seasonal amenities including potable water, showers, dump station, and trash collection are operational during the open season. All vehicles require an ORV Beach Driving Permit.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 4:04PM EDT until July 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of eastern North Carolina, including the following areas, Coastal Onslow, Duplin, East Carteret, Hatteras Island, Inland Onslow, Jones, Lenoir, Northern Craven, Ocracoke Island, Pamlico, Southern Craven and West Carteret. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving cold front will approach and then stall over eastern North Carolina beginning early Thursday morning and lingering through Friday. Rounds of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms could bring rainfall totals of 3 to 5 inches. Heavier amounts will be possible where rainfall rates are the most intense. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hurricane Erin Closures At Cape Lookout National Seashore:
The National Park Service staff will be monitoring ongoing developments with Hurricane Erin and will post updates as needed on the park website at go.nps.gov/stormwatch, and via Facebook and Instagram.
Prospectus for Passenger Ferry Service to the South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks and Land Transp
Find more information for concession business opportunity to provide passenger ferry service to the South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks and land transportation on the South Core Banks at https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/cc-calo001-26.htm
About
Great Island Cabin Camp is a historic fishing camp on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, three miles offshore from mainland North Carolina. The camp has been a favorite destination for anglers and beach enthusiasts for generations, offering a rare combination of remote barrier island solitude and basic cabin amenities. Each of the 23 rustic cabins includes bunk beds with mattresses, a private bathroom with sink and hot shower, a small kitchen with propane stove/oven, table and chairs, and an outdoor charcoal grill. Cabins range from 288 to 960 square feet and accommodate 4 to 12 guests. All cabins are wired for 110-volt electricity, but guests must bring their own generator (5,500 watts max or GFI-equipped). Refrigerators are not provided, so coolers are essential. The camp features a central bathhouse, seasonal potable water, dump station, and trash collection. Ice and gasoline are available for purchase at the cabin office. Access is by vehicle ferry or personal watercraft from Davis, NC. Once on the island, a 4WD high-clearance vehicle is strongly recommended due to deep sand roads. All vehicles require an Off-Road Vehicle Driving Permit purchased through Recreation.gov prior to arrival. RVs and camping trailers are not permitted within the cabin camp area.
Directions
From Morehead City, NC, take Highway 70 east approximately 22 miles to Davis. Cape Lookout Cabin Camps and Ferry Service is located at 125 Grady Davis Lane. Davis Shore Ferry is at 148 Willis Road. A vehicle ferry crosses Core Sound to South Core Banks and the cabin camp. There are no paved roads on the island; 4WD high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $180 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| CALO_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (252) 728-2250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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