Jerniman's Campground - Outer Banks RV Camping

Jerniman’s Campground is a family-friendly, full-service campground at the edge of Ocracoke Village — the closest private camping to town, with 29 sites, an on-site restaurant, camp store and golf-cart rentals. It books out fast in peak season.

Private Campground · Ocracoke

One of two private campgrounds on Ocracoke — and the closest camping to the village itself. Jerniman’s sits at the edge of town on Irvin Garrish Highway, close enough to bike to Silver Lake for dinner and back to the campfire. With 29 sites it books out fast in season; this is the reservation to make early.

Park Details

Address: 990 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke, NC 27960
Reservations: Online via Campspot (jernimans.com) or by phone at 252-928-0308
Sites: 29 sites, most with 50/30-amp full hookups (water, sewer, electric); some 30-amp water & electric
Access: Ocracoke is reached by ferry — reserve the ferry in advance in season

Amenities

50-amp and 30-amp sites; full-hookup and water/electric options; back-in and pull-through
On-site restaurant, camp and convenience store, gas station, arcade and shaved ice
Golf cart rentals; village-edge location within walking or biking distance of Silver Lake
Pet-friendly sites

Fees & Rates

Roughly $95–$110 per night depending on site and season — book through their online calendar.
Weekly special: book a week and one night is free (rates via Campspot; call 252-928-0308 to confirm)

What’s nearby

Ocracoke Village, Silver Lake harbor and the village restaurants are a short walk or bike ride away. NPS beach access ramps are a short drive down NC-12. The free Hatteras–Ocracoke ferry runs from the north end of the island.

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About Jerniman’s Campground

Jerniman’s is the more full-service of Ocracoke’s two private campgrounds, sitting right at the edge of the village on Irvin Garrish Highway next to the Ocracoke Variety Store and across from popular restaurants. Beyond its 29 campsites it runs an on-site restaurant, a camp and convenience store, a gas station, an arcade and a shaved-ice stand, plus golf-cart rentals to get around the village. The location makes it the easiest island campground for reaching Silver Lake and the village on foot or by bike.

Campground Layout and Site Types

The campground offers 29 sites with a mix of hookup types: 50-amp back-in and pull-through full-hookup RV sites, 30-amp full-hookup sites, and 30-amp water-and-electric sites, all with picnic tables and marked pet-friendly. Sites are spacious for a village-edge location. Because Ocracoke is ferry-access only and Jerniman’s is small, sites fill early in summer — reserve both your campsite and your ferry well ahead.

Tips for Your Stay

Reserve early: with only 29 sites and ferry-only access, Jerniman’s books out fast in peak season. Book your NCDOT ferry crossing at the same time you book your site. Bikes or a rented golf cart make village trips easy, and the on-site store and restaurant mean you can arrive without a full provisioning run.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jerniman’s Campground have full hookups?

Yes. Most sites offer 50-amp or 30-amp full hookups with water, sewer and electric, and there are also 30-amp water-and-electric sites. All sites are marked pet-friendly.

How do I get to Jerniman’s Campground?

Ocracoke is reached only by ferry. The free Hatteras–Ocracoke ferry runs from the north end of the island; state ferries also connect from Cedar Island and Swan Quarter. Reserve ferry crossings in advance during peak season.

How far in advance should I book Jerniman’s Campground?

As early as possible for summer and holidays. With just 29 sites on a ferry-access island, Jerniman’s fills quickly — book your site and your ferry together.

What are the nightly rates at Jerniman’s Campground?

Roughly $95–$110 per night depending on site and season — book through their online calendar. Confirm current pricing at jernimans.com or by calling 252-928-0308.

Are pets allowed at Jerniman’s Campground?

Yes — the campground’s sites are listed as pet-friendly. Call 252-928-0308 with any questions about pet policies before you arrive.