Cape Woods Campground

Aerial view of Cape Woods Campground in Buxton, NC, showing RV and camper sites set among maritime forest with the parcel boundary outlined

Cape Woods Campground is a private, full-hookup park in Buxton, tucked into the maritime forest near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. It is the closest private full-hookup park to the lighthouse and a strong fit for RVers who want lighthouse-area access plus full amenities that the nearby NPS Cape Point campground does not offer.

Park Details

  • Type: Private, full-hookup RV park
  • Address: 47649 Buxton Back Road, Buxton, NC 27920
  • Phone: (252) 995-5850
  • Region: Hatteras Island (Buxton)
  • Setting: Maritime forest, shaded
  • Size: Approximately 10 acres
  • Best for: Lighthouse visitors who want hookups and shaded summer sites

Amenities

  • Full hookups (water, sewer, 30/50-amp electric) at most sites
  • Shaded maritime forest sites
  • Pet friendly (leashed)
  • Walkable and bikeable to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse area
  • Big-rig owners should call ahead — tighter forest loops may limit sites over 38 feet

Why Stay at Cape Woods Campground

Cape Woods gives you the Buxton location without the no-hookup tradeoff of Cape Point. The maritime forest setting means shade — a real luxury on the OBX in July and August — and the location is walkable or bikeable to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse area. Buxton itself is the most service-rich village south of Avon, with grocery, propane, restaurants, and surf shops within a five-minute drive.

What’s Nearby

  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse — short bike ride or drive
  • Buxton Woods Coastal Reserve — hiking trails
  • Cape Point surf-fishing access — 4x4 only
  • Buxton village services — grocery, restaurants, gas

Plan your stay: related OBX guides