
Frisco Campground
Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina
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As of October 2026, Frisco Campground is a campground in Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina with 124 campsites. Frisco Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Frisco Campground is located at 35.2346° N, 75.6088° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 6
Frisco Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Mid-stay changes allowed
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Frisco Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Frisco Campground
- Standard 112
- RV 10
- Tent 2
- Accessible 1
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Dune · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, photography, offroad.
All sites at Frisco Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A002 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A003 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A004 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A005 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A006 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A007 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A008 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A009 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A010 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A011 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A012 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A013 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A014 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A015 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| A016 | A | Standard | 6 | - |
| B001 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B002 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B003 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B004 | B | RV | 6 | - |
| B005 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B006 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B007 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B009 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B011 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B012 | B | Standard | 6 | - |
| B015 | B | RV | 6 | - |
| C001 | C | Standard | 6 | - |
| C002 | C | Standard | 6 | - |
| C003 | C | Standard | 6 | - |
| C005 | C | Standard | 6 | - |
| C007 | C | Standard | 6 | Accessible |
| D001 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D002 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D003 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D004 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D005 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D006 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D007 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D008 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D009 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| D010 | D | Standard | 6 | - |
| E001 | E | Standard | 6 | - |
| E002 | E | Standard | 6 | - |
| E003 | E | Standard | 6 | - |
| E005 | E | Standard | 6 | - |
| F001 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F002 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F003 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F004 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F005 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F006 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F007 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F008 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| F010 | F | Standard | 6 | - |
| P001 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P003 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P004 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P005 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P006 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P007 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P008 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P009 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P010 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P011 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P012 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P013 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P014 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P015 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P016 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P017 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P018 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P019 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P020 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P021 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P022 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P023 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P024 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P025 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P026 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P027 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P028 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P029 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P030 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P031 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P032 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P033 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P034 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P035 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P036 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P037 | P | Tent | 6 | - |
| P038 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P039 | P | Tent | 6 | - |
| P040 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P041 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P042 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P043 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P044 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P045 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P046 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P047 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P048 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P049 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P050 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P051 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P052 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P053 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P054 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P055 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P056 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P057 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P058 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P059 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P060 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P061 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P062 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P063 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P064 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P065 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P066 | P | RV | 6 | - |
| P067 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P068 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P069 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
| P071 | P | Standard | 6 | - |
About Frisco Campground
Overview
Frisco Campground is part of Cape Hatteras National Seashore on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Camping here will put you in a prime location to experience the history, culture, and breathtaking beauty of North Carolina's barrier islands.
Recreation
On a walk around the Frisco Campground visitors can enjoy the rolling topography, views of the Atlantic Ocean, and at night, the sweeping beacon of the nearby Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Boardwalks from the campground to the beach give pedestrians easy access to enjoy activities such as surfing, swimming, and fishing. There is also an off-road vehicle (ORV) ramp at the entrance of the campground for beach driving with a Cape Hatteras ORV permit.
Facilities
Campers have access to modern restrooms with flushing toilets, potable water, and outdoor unheated showers. Each campsite is equipped with a paved parking pad, picnic table, and a charcoal grill for cooking. There are no RV hook ups in the campground. Dumpsters and a recycling center are located at the entrance of the campground. Wooden boardwalks make it easy for campers to travel to and from the beach.
Natural Features
The elevated dunes in Frisco Campground afford campers the opportunity to have an ocean view from some of the campsites. Dense vegetation creates a sense of privacy not present in the other campgrounds on Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Nearby Attractions
Frisco campground is within a short drive of the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The beacon gained fame in 1999 when it was picked up and moved 2900 ft. to its current location. It is also the tallest brick lighthouse in the country.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (252) 475-9054.
Charges & Cancellations
Changes and cancellations to reservations follow Recreation.gov polices.
Rules and notices at Frisco Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Frisco Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
A reservation to camp is required. Same day reservations can be made based on availability.
OVERNIGHT USE LIMITATIONS: Restrictions limiting the duration of camping will allow all campers to have the opportunity to enjoy camping in America’s first National Seashore. Established limits are designated to prevent resource damage and impacts to sites and allow for an enjoyable recreational experience. For more information, visit Laws & Policies - Cape Hatteras National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)
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Camping is limited to a total of 14 days of camping between Easter Day and Thanksgiving Day. Making reservations under another name or account to circumvent the 14-day restriction is prohibited.
Quiet hours are 10:00 pm - 6:00 am - Generators must be turned off during quiet hours.
Wood fires are not permitted in the campground. Only charcoal cooking fires are permitted in a grill, stove, or other self-contained unit.
A fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials including, but not limited to, flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, plastics, aerosol canisters, batteries, or other manufactured or synthetic materials, is prohibited.
All equipment must fit on the site pad, large RVs over 25 feet may have to park second vehicles in auxiliary parking away from the campground, or purchase an additional campsite. Parking on the grass is prohibited.
There is a limit of 6 persons per site, a maximum of 2 cars, or 1 car and 1 trailer, and a maximum of two tents.
Biting insects are prevalent in the summer months, therefore netting and repellent are recommended.
Most campsites are exposed and subject to weather extremes. There are limited sites with shade in the campground.
The Access Pass and both the Senior Annual and Senior Lifetime Pass are the only passes that provide a discount on the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass owner, not to any additional campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass owner's party. The discount does not apply to utility hookups. The pass discount must be applied at the time of the reservation; it cannot be applied retroactively. For more information on Interagency Passes visit https://store.usgs.gov/ .
Must be 18 yrs of age to reserve a campsite.
For specific questions please call (252) 475-9054, hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ET.
Frisco Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Frisco Campground?
Frisco Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Frisco Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Frisco Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Frisco Campground have?
Frisco Campground has 124 campsites.
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