On the Outer Banks of North Carolina, the small town of Manteo overlooks Shallowbag Bay on the eastern end of Roanoke Island. The town's quaint business district leads to a waterfront where bobbing sailboats act as pleasant reminders of Manteo's rich maritime history, which dates to the 16th century.
Roughly 5 miles south of Manteo along Highway 345, the Refuge on Roanoke Island has 59 lots that accommodate recreational vehicles. The park is primarily for long-term campers, with 44 lots dedicated to year-round leasing -- the other 15 are available on a weekly or monthly basis. The lots come equipped with 30- and 50-amp electrical, water and sewer hook-ups and fit 30- to 45-foot recreational vehicles. Some of the lots overlook the small lake on the property.
The numerous tall trees make for shady campsites at Joe and Kay's Campground, on a different barrier island nearly 15 miles north of Manteo. The campground sits on a small peninsula entirely surrounded by water, affording each site views of the canal. Pulling your rig in to Joe and Kay's means keeping it there for the long haul because sites with electrical and water hookups are only rented on a year-round basis. Only tent campers are allowed overnight stays.
Farther down Collington Road from Joe and Kay's Campground, OBX Campground accommodates up to 48 recreational vehicles for daily, weekly and monthly rentals. Each lot fits trailers up to 35 feet long and provides 30- and 50-amp electrical, water and sewer services. The campsites don't provide much shade but are close to the canal that winds along the park's edge. Enjoy more affordable rental rates during the off-season, May through September. The park lies approximately 15 miles from Manteo.
On North Croatan Highway, 18 miles north of Manteo, Kitty Hawk RV Park offers a simple, straightforward spot to park your rig within walking distance of the Atlantic Ocean. Each recreational vehicle spot has 30- and 50-amp electrical, water and sewer hookups available, but there are no showers or restrooms on site. A path leads from the park to the beach, where you can walk for miles up and down the coastline on the North Virginia Dare Trail.
