Joe and Kay’s Campground
The Joe and Kay Campground in Kill Devil Hills is a long-running family-run RV park on the Northern Outer Banks, offering a quiet alternative to the larger oceanfront resorts. See all OBX campground options to compare.
Joe and Kay’s Campground is a small, family-run RV park tucked away on Colington Road in Kill Devil Hills, with around 15 sites in a quiet, old-school OBX setting. There’s no pool or splashy resort amenities — it’s a low-key alternative to the bigger parks, and rates and hookup details are best confirmed by phone.
Family-Run Campground · Kill Devil Hills
Joe & Kay’s is a small, family-run campground tucked away on Colington Road in Kill Devil Hills, just west of the main US-158 beach corridor. With only about 15 sites, it has a much more personal feel than the big resort campgrounds further south and is ideal for smaller rigs, tent campers, and travelers who want a quiet, old-school OBX camping experience. Compare it with nearby Kitty Hawk RV Park and OBX Campground for full-hookup options in the same region.
Park Details
- Address: 1193 Colington Rd, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Phone: 252-441-5468
- Sites: Approximately 15 sites
Notes
Small campground. Contact the park directly for current hookup details, site dimensions, and nightly rates. Sites fill up quickly in summer, so call ahead.
What’s nearby
Colington Road winds through a classic OBX marsh-and-maritime-forest landscape out to Colington Island. You’re roughly 5 minutes from the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the Kill Devil Hills oceanfront, and about 10 minutes from Jockey’s Ridge State Park and the Nags Head fishing pier. Grocery, hardware, and laundry are all within easy driving distance on US-158.
Driving the beach
For beach driving access north of Kill Devil Hills or down to Nags Head, Beach4x4.com rents permitted Jeeps with delivery to Joe & Kay’s Campground.
Explore More on OBX RV
This park is part of the Kill Devil Hills & the Northern OBX region. Browse every park on the Outer Banks at the full parks directory, or see them mapped at the OBX RV Parks map.
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- Hookups & Utilities: OBX Campground Comparison
- OBX Seasonal Strategy: When to Go
- Nearby Attractions
- OBX RV Packing Checklist
- The Ultimate OBX RV Guide
- OBX RV FAQ
How Joe and Kays Campground compares
Joe and Kays Campground is best understood as a budget alternative to OBX Campground or Kitty Hawk RV Park. The Town of Kill Devil Hills publishes local ordinances on noise, beach driving, and parking that apply throughout this area.
What to Expect at Joe and Kay Campground
Joe and Kay Campground keeps things deliberately simple — about 15 shaded sites, no pool, no resort amenities, just a quiet basecamp within walking distance of public beach access ramps and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Reservations are best by phone.
Surrounding the Joe and Kay Campground
The Joe and Kay Campground location on Colington Road puts guests within a 10-minute drive of every major Northern OBX attraction. The Wright Brothers National Memorial is roughly two miles east, with public beach access ramps a similar distance away on US-158. Jockey’s Ridge State Park — the East Coast’s tallest natural sand dune — sits a short drive south in Nags Head, and the Wright Brothers Junior Ranger program is a popular afternoon for families staying at the campground.
Booking Joe and Kay Campground
Reservations at Joe and Kay Campground are handled by phone, not by an online booking platform. Call ahead during the shoulder seasons (May, September, October) for the best mid-week rates. Summer weekends fill weeks in advance, especially during the Wright Brothers anniversary celebrations in mid-December and the Outer Banks Marathon in November. The owners often answer the phone themselves and will give you honest, current information about site availability, big-rig limitations, and any active discounts.
What Past Guests Tell Us
The Joe and Kay Campground reputation rests on consistency rather than luxury. Most reviewers highlight the quiet shaded sites, the family-run hospitality, and the location — close enough to walk to a casual restaurant for dinner but far enough off the main strip to sleep easily at night. Repeat guests note that the same families return year after year, often booking the same site annually. If you prize a quiet, low-key OBX experience over resort amenities, this is one of the best values on the Northern Outer Banks.
For past customer feedback see reviews of Beach4x4.com.
About Joe and Kay’s Campground
Joe and Kay’s Campground in Kill Devil Hills is a local institution — a family-operated campground that has served Outer Banks visitors for decades. Located in the heart of the northern OBX, within walking distance of public beach access and the Wright Brothers National Memorial, it offers an affordable, no-frills camping experience with full hookups and shaded sites. The campground’s walkability is a genuine differentiator: guests can walk to the beach, walk to local restaurants on US-158, and ride bikes to the Wright Memorial without moving their rig. See the OBX hookups guide for a full comparison of site types across all OBX campgrounds.
Site Types and Amenities
Joe and Kay’s offers full-hookup RV sites with electric, water, and sewer, plus tent camping options. The park is known for its tree cover — a commodity on the wind-swept OBX — with several sites shaded by mature trees that provide real relief from the summer sun. The campground is compact and has a neighborhood feel; sites are close together, which suits social campers but may feel tight for very large rigs. Shower facilities and laundry are on-site. The family-operated management style means personal service and consistent maintenance standards.
Location and Nearby Attractions
Kill Devil Hills sits in the heart of the northern OBX, and Joe and Kay’s central position makes it walkable to an unusual number of attractions. The Wright Brothers National Memorial is within easy walking or cycling distance. Public beach access is walkable from the campground. Kill Devil Hills has plenty of casual dining, a surf shop strip on US-158, and easy access to both Jockey’s Ridge to the south and the quieter communities to the north.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Joe and Kay’s Campground have full hookups?
Yes — RV sites include electric, water, and sewer hookups. Confirm amperage and site configuration when booking.
Is Joe and Kay’s Campground walkable to the beach?
Yes — public beach access in Kill Devil Hills is within walking distance of the campground, making it one of the few OBX campgrounds where you can reach the Atlantic without driving.
Is Joe and Kay’s a good campground for families?
Yes — the walkability, shaded sites, and proximity to the Wright Brothers Memorial and multiple dining options make it an excellent family campground. The compact layout and neighborhood feel also tend to appeal to families who enjoy a social camping atmosphere.
See where Joe and Kay’s Campground sits on the OBX RV parks map or compare it with other campgrounds in the full directory.