Kitty Hawk RV Park — Northernmost Full-Hookup OBX Campground

Kitty Hawk RV Park is the northernmost full-hookup private campground on the Outer Banks and one of the few OBX RV parks open year-round. If you’re driving down from Virginia or the Mid-Atlantic and want to stop on the Northern Beaches before pushing south to Hatteras, it’s the most logical first night on the OBX.

Quick Facts

  • Type: Private, full-hookup
  • Location: Kitty Hawk, NC (Northern OBX)
  • Open: Year-round
  • Hookups: Water, sewer, 30/50-amp electric
  • Best for: First-night stopovers, snowbirds, off-season travelers, and anyone who wants reliable cell coverage

Why Stay at Kitty Hawk RV Park

The Northern Beaches — Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head — are the most developed stretch of the Outer Banks. You get full grocery stores (Harris Teeter, Food Lion), hardware (Ace, Home Depot just over the bridge in Kitty Hawk), restaurants, and the strongest cell and LTE coverage on the OBX. Kitty Hawk RV Park puts you within a 10-minute drive of all of it.

It’s also the closest RV park to the Wright Brothers National Memorial, Jockey’s Ridge State Park, and the Currituck Heritage Park in Corolla. If your trip is centered on history, hiking the dunes, or seeing the wild Spanish mustangs in Carova, this is your base.

Sites and Hookups

Sites at Kitty Hawk RV Park are full-hookup with water, sewer, and 30/50-amp electric service. The park accommodates a range of rig sizes, but big-rig owners (40 ft+) should call ahead to confirm site fit and turning radius — northern OBX private parks tend to have tighter loops than the Hatteras resorts. Pull-throughs are limited; most sites are back-in. Expect compacted gravel or sand pads rather than concrete.

What’s Nearby

  • Wright Brothers National Memorial — 10 minutes south in Kill Devil Hills
  • Jockey’s Ridge State Park — the largest natural sand dune system on the East Coast
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse — 30 minutes north in Corolla
  • Carova wild horses — accessible by 4×4 only; rent from a local operator
  • Restaurants — Black Pelican, Tortugas’ Lie, and dozens of casual spots within a 10-minute drive

Booking Tips

Kitty Hawk RV Park books up well in advance for July and August — aim for 6 months ahead for peak summer. Shoulder season (May, September, October) is much more flexible and you can often grab a site within 2–3 weeks of arrival. Winter availability is wide open, but be aware that Atlantic winds in December and January can be punishing on awnings and slide-outs.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Open year-round — rare on the OBX
  • Easy access to grocery stores, gas, propane, and restaurants
  • Strong cell and LTE coverage
  • Central location for exploring the Northern Beaches and Currituck

Cons

  • Not oceanfront — you’ll drive to the beach
  • Tight for very large Class A rigs
  • Northern Beaches traffic can be heavy in peak summer

Getting to the Beach

Kitty Hawk RV Park isn’t oceanfront, so you’ll drive to the beach — typically 5–10 minutes to public access in Kitty Hawk or Kill Devil Hills. Town beach driving is restricted in season (October–April only in most northern towns), so if you want to drive on the sand, you’ll need to head north to the Currituck 4×4 beaches in Corolla and Carova. RVs cannot drive on any OBX beach — bring a 4×4 tow vehicle or rent one locally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kitty Hawk RV Park open in winter?

Yes — it’s one of the few OBX RV parks that operates year-round. Winter stays are quiet and rates are lower, but plan for wind and occasional cold snaps with overnight lows in the 30s.

Can a 40-foot Class A fit at Kitty Hawk RV Park?

Some sites can accommodate larger rigs, but availability is limited compared to Hatteras Island resorts like Camp Hatteras or Cape Hatteras KOA. Call the park directly before booking to confirm site fit for anything over 35 feet.

How far is Kitty Hawk RV Park from the Wright Brothers Memorial?

Roughly 10 minutes south on US-158 / NC-12 in Kill Devil Hills. It’s one of the closest campgrounds to the memorial.

Are pets allowed?

Most private OBX RV parks welcome leashed pets, often with a small per-pet, per-night fee. Confirm current pet policies with the park before arrival.

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