Cape Hatteras / Outer Banks KOA Resort Blog
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KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Highway 12: 25 miles south of Nags Head. GPS Coordinates: N 35 Degrees, 34.499W 075 Degrees, 28.006, Mile marker 40.5 (ocean side)
Once you see the Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors center, we are about 30 minutes south. We are located in the first town you come to, approximately 3 miles in on the ocean side. Our reservations office is a blue three story building. If you find yourself exiting civilization/town, you've passed us.
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Planning a family vacation that’s unforgettable and kid-friendly? Look no further than Cape Hatteras / Outer Banks KOA Resort in Rodanthe, NC — where kids can stay free and the fun never stops! With direct beach access, tons of on-site amenities, and themed activities for all ages, this Outer Banks campground is a dream come true for families looking to make memories that last a lifetime.
Set right between the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound, Cape Hatteras KOA is an oceanfront campground with something for every age. Whether it’s splashing in the water, exploring dunes, or playing all day, kids will be smiling from sunrise to sunset.
When you book your family getaway kids stay free, making this a top choice for budget-savvy families who want big adventure with an all inclusive price tag.
Even without leaving the campground, your family will find plenty of free or low-cost entertainment options, including:
Take a break from the ocean and enjoy a swim right onsite. The pool area is perfect for little ones to splash while adults relax poolside.
Let imaginations run wild on the pirate ship playground, where young buccaneers can climb, slide, and play to their heart’s content!
This seasonal campground favorite chugs through the park, a simple thrill that kids adore and parents love watching.
Rock painting, tie-dye shirts, and creative crafts add a fun, artistic twist to your stay (some activities are free, some offered at a low cost).
Just steps from your site, the Atlantic beaches are free to explore, perfect for building sandcastles, hunting for seashells, and playing in the surf all day.
Throughout the season, Cape Hatteras KOA hosts a roster of themed weekends and family activities — many included with your stay:
Pirates & Princesses Week — sail into magical fun!
Slime Week — gooey games and laughs for all ages.
Shark Week Celebration — ocean-themed fun that kids love.
S’mores Week — campfire classics around tasty fires.
Halloween Weekends — spooktacular costumes, trick-or-treating, and more.
…and plenty of theme-filled weeks in between! It’s basically a summer festival of fun every weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Just a short walk or drive from your site, the Outer Banks offers endless free and family-friendly adventures:
Collect seashells and search for sea life on the wide sandy beaches.
Explore Hatteras Island’s natural beauty with kite flying, tide pooling, and beachcombing.
Local attractions and wildlife areas provide great options for educational day trips.
With kid-approved amenities, direct beach access, seasonal fun events, and a laid-back coastal vibe, Cape Hatteras / Outer Banks KOA Resort delivers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure — and with kids staying free, it’s a family vacation win you can’t pass up!
Book your stay now and start counting down the days to sun, sand, and smiles!
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