Ocean Waves Campground

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Ocean Waves Campground is a family-friendly private park in Waves, NC with 68 full-hookup RV sites, a pool, general store, and beach access — a quieter Tri-Villages alternative to the larger resorts.

Beach access ramp on Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Ocean Waves Campground in the Tri-Villages

Private Campground · Waves

Ocean Waves Campground is a mid-sized private campground on NC-12 in Waves, offering 68 full-hookup RV sites plus a tent area, pool, general store, and direct beach access. It’s a more manageable, less resort-scale alternative to Camp Hatteras RV Resort just up the road, and a step up in amenities from North Beach Campground.

Park Details

  • Address: 25313 NC Hwy 12, Waves, NC 27982
  • Sites: 68 full-hookup RV sites (tent sites also available)

Amenities

  • Pool
  • General store
  • Beach access

What’s nearby

You’re central to the Tri-Villages, with the Rodanthe Pier just up the road and Salvo’s Day Use Area just south. The Kite Point kiteboarding spot at the north end of Canadian Hole is a short drive down NC-12 — one of the best kiteboarding and windsurfing spots on the East Coast. See more OBX nearby attractions for planning your days.

Driving the beach

For the Waves ORV ramps and beach drives south toward Avon and Buxton, Beach4x4.com rents permitted Jeeps with delivery to Ocean Waves Campground.

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This park is part of the Tri-Villages: Rodanthe, Waves & Salvo 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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Visiting Ocean Waves Campground

Ocean Waves Campground books direct in Waves, NC. Combine with the wind sports of nearby Canadian Hole; the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau covers Tri-Villages events and conditions.

For past customer feedback see reviews of Beach4x4.com.

About Ocean Waves Campground

Ocean Waves Campground in the Tri-Villages area (Waves/Salvo) is a clean, mid-size private campground that hits a sweet spot between the large resort parks and the primitive NPS sites. With full hookups, a pool, and easy access to a public beach ramp just steps from the property, it delivers the essentials for a comfortable Hatteras Island stay without resort pricing. See the OBX hookups comparison for a full breakdown of site types across all Outer Banks campgrounds.

Site Types and Amenities

Ocean Waves offers full-hookup RV sites with 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer. The property includes a swimming pool, shower houses, laundry facilities, and a camp store with basic supplies. The beach access ramp adjacent to the campground is one of its best features — NPS beach driving with an ORV permit is possible from this point, and the swimming beach is easily walkable. Sites are a mix of shaded and open; the Hatteras Island tree cover here is better than at many nearby campgrounds, giving some sites a pleasant canopy.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Ocean Waves sits in the middle of the Tri-Villages, with Rodanthe to the north and Salvo to the south. The Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station in Rodanthe is a short drive north. The NPS beaches stretch in both directions from the campground with minimal development, giving campers access to miles of relatively uncrowded surf. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Cape Point are approximately 30–35 miles south via NC-12. Canadian Hole (Avon), world-famous for windsurfing and kiteboarding, is about 20 miles south.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ocean Waves Campground have full hookups?

Yes — RV sites have 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer. Confirm your specific site’s hookup configuration when booking.

How close is Ocean Waves Campground to the beach?

There is a public beach access ramp directly adjacent to the campground — walking distance to the Atlantic for most sites.

Is Ocean Waves Campground open year-round?

Ocean Waves operates seasonally, generally from spring through fall. Contact the campground directly for exact seasonal dates.

See where Ocean Waves Campground sits on the OBX RV parks map or compare it with other campgrounds in the full directory.