Outer Banks · North Carolina

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground is a small, low-key private campground on the sound side of Hatteras Island in North Carolina's Outer Banks. Where the big resort down the road runs on amenities, this one runs on wind: it caters to kiteboarders and windsurfers, and the flat-water launch off the sound gives it a different energy from the family mega-parks. It suits watersports travelers, and anyone who wants a quieter Rodanthe base with the famous oceanfront houses a short hop away.

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground at a glance

Hookups Full (30/50 amp, water, sewer) on most sites
Sites ~100 sites
Max RV length 40 ft
Cost $45–85/night
Best for Watersports enthusiasts, kiteboarders, windsurfers

Why RVers stay here

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground is a small, low-key private campground on the sound side of Hatteras Island in North Carolina's Outer Banks. Where the big resort down the road runs on amenities, this one runs on wind: it caters to kiteboarders and windsurfers, and the flat-water launch off the sound gives it a different energy from the family mega-parks. It suits watersports travelers, and anyone who wants a quieter Rodanthe base with the famous oceanfront houses a short hop away.

Sites number roughly 100 and mix full hookups (30/50-amp, water and sewer) with more basic spots, so confirm what you are booking. Our guide lists rates of $45 to $85 a night and a 40-foot maximum. Booking details and season are not in our sources, so check directly with the operator, and remember that Hatteras Island access depends on Highway 12 staying open. The trade-off is that this is a specialist campground: if you do not care about wind sports, the bigger parks nearby offer more.

  • Sound-side flat water for launching kites and boards straight from camp.
  • A quieter, smaller feel than the large Hatteras resorts.
  • Full 30/50-amp hookups available on most sites, with rigs to 40 feet.
  • Rodanthe's well-known row of oceanfront houses is nearby.
  • !Not every site is full hookup; some are basic, so confirm your site type.
  • !40-foot limit; the campground is small and geared to wind-sports crowds rather than resort amenities.
  • !Beach erosion is a live issue on this stretch of barrier island.

What our guides say about Rodanthe Watersports & Campground

Excerpts from the RV Parks Guide articles that cover this campground. Each links to the full guide.

Regional guide

Outer Banks Camping: RV Parks Along North Carolina's Barrier Islands

Smaller, more low-key, and focused on water sports. This park caters to kiteboarding and windsurfing crowds, which gives it a different energy than Camp Hatteras. The sound-side location provides flat-water launching for boards and kites. Sites are a mix of full hookup and more basic options.

Rodanthe is also where the famous "Miracles on 34th Street" houses — the row of oceanfront homes you've seen in photos — are located. Though the beach erosion situation there is a good reminder that barrier islands move, and not always slowly.

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Our verdict

Book it if you are on the Outer Banks for wind and water sports and want a smaller sound-side camp. Skip it if you want a full-amenity family resort or a beachfront site.

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground: frequently asked questions

Does Rodanthe Watersports & Campground have full hookups?

Most sites have full hookups with 30/50-amp, water and sewer, but the campground also has more basic sites, so verify when you book.

How much does Rodanthe Watersports & Campground cost per night?

$45 to $85 per night, according to our Outer Banks guide.

What is the max RV length at Rodanthe Watersports & Campground?

40 feet, per our guide.

Do you need reservations at Rodanthe Watersports & Campground?

Our sources do not detail the booking process; contact the campground directly, especially for summer dates when Hatteras Island fills.

Is Rodanthe Watersports & Campground good for kiteboarding?

Yes. Kiteboarding and windsurfing are its focus, with sound-side flat water for launching.

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