Camp Hatteras RV Resort & Campground in Waves is the largest RV park on the Outer Banks — over 400 sites stretching from oceanfront on the Atlantic side to soundfront on the Pamlico side, with the full menu of resort amenities in between. If you want concrete pads, big-rig pull-throughs, and pools, this is the OBX park most likely to handle it.
Quick Facts
- Type: Resort, full-hookup
- Location: Waves, NC (Tri-Villages)
- Sites: 400+, ocean-to-sound
- Best for: Big rigs, families, snowbirds, anyone wanting maximum amenities
Why Stay at Camp Hatteras
Camp Hatteras is the most infrastructure-heavy RV park on the OBX. Concrete pads, full hookups including 50-amp at every site, multiple pools (indoor and outdoor), tennis courts, a fishing pond, and a layout that crosses NC-12 to give campers access to both the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. It’s the easiest park on the OBX to recommend to first-timers with big rigs and to families who need built-in entertainment for kids.
Sites and Hookups
Site categories include oceanfront premium pull-throughs, soundfront sites, premium sites with concrete pads, and standard back-in sites. Full hookups are standard everywhere; 50-amp service is universal. Big rigs (40 ft+) are routinely accommodated. Cable TV and WiFi are typically available at premium tiers.
Amenities
- Indoor and outdoor heated pools
- Tennis and pickleball courts
- Mini-golf, fishing pond, playgrounds
- On-site convenience store and laundry
- Direct ocean and sound access
- Kiteboarding launches across NC-12 on the sound side
Booking Strategy
Premium oceanfront and soundfront sites book 9–12 months ahead for July and August. The huge total site count (400+) means standard sites are often available even for short-notice summer stays, but expect to be in a back-row site rather than waterfront. Shoulder season is wide open by OBX standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Camp Hatteras the best OBX park for big rigs?
It’s the consensus pick for the easiest big-rig experience on the OBX — concrete pads, generous site dimensions, and 50-amp service everywhere.
Can I kiteboard from the campground?
The sound side of the resort gives you direct access to one of the East Coast’s premier kiteboarding zones. Real Watersports in Waves is a 5-minute drive for lessons and gear.
How does Camp Hatteras compare to Cape Hatteras KOA?
Both are top-tier OBX resorts. KOA is more compact and has the polished KOA chain experience. Camp Hatteras is much larger, has both ocean and sound access, and tends to feel more like a full destination resort. See our KOA vs. Camp Hatteras comparison.