Forty paved sites spread across a maintained forest campground along the White Oak River, Cedar Point accommodates RVs up to 75 feet with 20/30/50-amp electric hookups. The Forest Service facility operates year-round within Croatan National Forest, though individual sites lack water connections. Campers fill tanks at potable water stations positioned throughout the grounds or use the central dump station.
Sites feature level paved parking pads with gravel tent areas, picnic tables, fire rings, and dual lantern posts that double as clotheslines or dog tethers. Steve V. notes the campground "has 40 sites with electric hook up" and describes sites as "large and separated by space, not trees, for privacy." Southeast-facing sites typically offer more shade than those on the northwest side.
The bathhouse separates toilets from individual shower stalls, though facilities lack climate control and showers operate on push-button timers. Camp hosts sell firewood and handle check-ins, while a full grocery store sits five minutes away. The Cedar Point Tideland Trail begins a quarter-mile from the campground, winding two miles through marshland toward the Intracoastal Waterway. A boat ramp provides White Oak River access for fishing and paddling.
Military training at nearby Camp Lejeune produces occasional artillery sounds, particularly at night. Tod S. describes "a fair amount of military activity in the area - the sounds of freedom." Emerald Isle beaches lie 15 minutes southeast, while the historic port town of Swansboro sits three miles west. Most sites require reservations, though five operate first-come, first-served.
Cedar Point works well for RV campers seeking electric hookups near coastal attractions and river access, particularly those comfortable with open sites and military training sounds.
Description
Overview
Cedar Point Campground and Recreation Area is located in eastern North Carolina at the junction of the White Oak River and the Bogue Sound, immediately adjacent to the Swansboro Inlet. It is within 1 mile of full service shopping, and within 2 miles of NC's Crystal Coast and the barrier island beach community of Bogue Banks. The campground is extremely busy and reservations are recommended but must be made 3 days in advance. Of the 36 campsites, 4 are considered first-come, first served campsites that cannot be reserved or held, so a person must physically be there with their camping equipment to purchase the campsite. Cedar Point campground has the option to use Scan & Pay system, but by the rules of recreation.gov it may only be used for first-come, first served sites. Please make sure to contact a campground host to ensure availability before paying for any campsite. Failure to check with the campground host for availability may result in the loss of your camping fee.
Recreation
Canoeing and fishing are popular options. Power boating is allowed on the White Oak River. Visitors can hike the Tidelands National Trail, a 1.9-mile path divided in two loops that lend themselves to wildlife viewing. Ospreys and the occasional dolphin can be viewed along the loops. The recreation area is also home to a picnic area and shallow draft boat launch.
Facilities
The campground has 36 accessible sites with full electrical service (20/30/50 amps). A modern, state-of-the-art bath house is available, with private, hot showers. Accessible flush toilets, and a dump station with potable water connection is also provided. 32 of the 36 sites may be reserved using the recreation.gov website, app, or call center and 4 sites are first com-first served campsites that cannot be held or reserved.
Natural Features
Cedar Point, at the mouth of the White Oak River, is bordered by a salt marsh and a coastal forest. The salt marsh, where fresh water meets salt water, stretches out like a sea of grass. This nutrient-rich wetland is a valuable habitat for commercial seafood, including fish, shrimp, crabs and oysters. The recreation area is part of the Croatan National Forest, a 160,000-acre tract on North Carolina's coast, bordered on three sides by tidal rivers and Bogue Sound.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (252) 638-5628.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is a short drive from the developed barrier island town of Bogue Banks.
Charges & Cancellations
There is a $10.00 fee to cancel Reservations. Reservations canceled within the 3 days of arrival may result in the loss of the fee for one or more nights stay. Refunds for weather or checking out early will not be considered
Fee Info
Campsite Fee and Policy: Campsites should be paid for within 30 mins of arrival. If you arrive and/or setup on the campsite before 5am, you will be required to pay the following for the previous night (Example: if you arrive any time before 5am Saturday morning on a campsite, you must pay the full price for Friday Night) Standard Single Electric Site = $27.00 ($20.00 Basic Fee + $7.00 Electrical Fee) Scan & Pay for First Come-First Served sites will add up to an additional $2.75 per day to process electronic payment. Standard Double Electric Site = $54.00 ($40.00 Basic Fee + $14.00 Electrical Fee) America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes qualify user for half off the Basic Fee for Single Sites. No discount is given for Electric. There are no camping discounts for Veteran, Annual, Volunteer, or 4th Grade passes Reservations are extra and are non-refundable. Reservations must be made 3 days prior to arrival to prevent double bookings, but may be made up to 180 days in advance_ For first come - first serve campsites or any campsite not reserved and paid for prior to your arrival, please see the campground host or co-host for availability before paying for the campsite. Failure to check with the campground host for availability may result in the loss of your campsite and camping fee.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundCedar Point Campground is located in North Carolina
Directions
Take VFW Road off NC 58 approximately 1.25 miles north of the junction of NC 24 and NC 58. Follow signs to the campground on VFW Road.
Address
391 VFW Road
Cedar point, NC 28584
Coordinates
34.6930556 N
77.0822222 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 25 min from Jacksonville, NC
- 1 hr 24 min from Wilmington, NC
- 1 hr 26 min from Goldsboro, NC
- 1 hr 28 min from Greenville, NC
