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LONG POINT CABIN CAMP

Atlantic, North Carolina · National Park Service

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About

Escape to North Core Cabin Camp — a one-of-a-kind coastal getaway on North Core Banks within the stunning Cape Lookout National Seashore. Just off the mainland of North Carolina, this secluded destination offers unspoiled beaches, endless ocean views, and a true taste of island adventure. Built to replace the former Long Point Cabin Camp—which was lost to Hurricane Dorian in 2019—North Core Cabin Camp continues the tradition of seaside stays with a renewed spirit of resilience and natural beauty. Here, you’ll enjoy a primitive, self-sufficient camping experience surrounded by sand, sea, and sky. Each cabin features a hookup for your own generator, while restrooms and hot showers are available at a shared community bathhouse. Be sure to bring everything you’ll need for your stay—fuel and ice are not sold on-site, keeping this island experience refreshingly simple and off the grid. Getting here is part of the adventure. The camp is accessible only by boat, offering a sense of privacy and escape that’s hard to find anywhere else. Cross scenic Core Sound in your own vessel or bring your vehicle over on the vehicle ferry to explore miles of oceanside beaches. Once you arrive, it’s just a five-mile drive from the ferry landing to your cozy coastal retreat. Discover your next great adventure at North Core Cabin Camp—where the wild beauty of Cape Lookout meets the timeless joy of island living.The park’s sandy beaches provide excellent opportunities for fishing, shelling, swimming, birdwatching, and quiet relaxation. Spring and fall are considered prime fishing seasons, offering some of the best angling conditions along the Atlantic Coast. Kayaking is also a popular activity, with 112 miles of undeveloped shoreline ranging from calm sound waters to the open surf. These diverse coastal conditions make Cape Lookout National Seashore one of the premier paddling destinations on the Mid-Atlantic coast.For local information, please call (252) 838-8950 or call (252) 725-0256 for general information.North Core Cabin Camp offers 16 primitive metal cabins situated along the scenic Atlantic Coast, ideal for individuals, families, and small groups seeking a simple coastal getaway. Each cabin allows the use of user-provided generator electricity, includes a furnished window air-conditioning unit, and provides access to potable water. Cabins 1–8 accommodate up to four guests , while cabins 9–16 accommodate up to eight guests . · The four-person cabins measure approximately 20 f

Directions

From Morehead City, North Carolina , take Highway 70 east for approximately 30 miles. Continue straight on Highway 12 for 2.1 miles, then turn right onto Old Cedar Road and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left onto Morris Marina Road and drive to the end of the road. Morris Marina Cabin Camps and Ferry Service is located at 1000 Morris Marina Drive, Atlantic, NC .

Location

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Details

State
North Carolina
City / area
Atlantic
Agency
National Park Service
Parent area
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Campsites
20
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
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Rating
5.00 / 5 (13 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
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