Discover our Camping Getaways in Pamlico County.

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Looking for a camping experience in Pamlico County?  Look no further.  Whether you are looking for a primitive tent location or need a full RV hookup, you will find an array of campground options in Pamlico County.

With warm coastal breezes, a sky full of bright stars and the sounds of crickets, camping can connect you to our natural resources that is hard to describe.  Whether you are planning a trip for a kayaking adventure or looking to wet a hook, our campground offer a scenic and pleasant stay.

Bay River Campground 682 Weaver Camp Rd. Merritt, NC

Moonlight Lake RV Park & Cottages  180 Moonlight Lake Dr., New Bern NC

Rivers Edge Family Campground 149 Tempe Gut Rd., Bayboro NC

Stonewall Campground 16301 NC Hwy. 55, Stonewall, NC
Photo Courtesy Pamlico Chamber of Commerce
Rivers Edge Family Campground

Photo Courtesy Pamlico Chamber of Commerce
Rivers Edge Family Campground

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