Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
GOING 17 North (FROM WILMINGTON) - take 17 Bypass to Hwy 70 East, exit (147A). Follow 70 East to exit 417 onto Hwy 17 North (toward Washington). Campground on left in 4.8 miles on Hwy 17 North.
GOING 17 South (FROM WASHINGTON) - Campground on right 5 miles from historic New Bern.
GPS: N35.136150, W77.027164
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There's nothing better than getting outside and reconnecting with Mother Nature. New Bern, North Carolina, is filled with countless parks and trails to explore, so it's the perfect destination for nature lovers.
Wondering where to hike in New Bern? Here are some of the finest hiking trails in the area we know you'll enjoy.
Lace up your hiking boots and hit the gravel on this scenic hiking loop near New Bern. Located within the newest and largest park in New Bern, this 3.2-mile loop is a relatively smooth trail — perfect for a quiet evening stroll with the family. It's also a popular destination for biking, running and fishing.
Get your steps in for the day on the Neuse River Loop Trail at the Neuse River Recreation Site. Whether you want to walk with your four-legged friend or go for a morning jog, this trail offers 1.7 miles of easy terrain with plenty of breathtaking greenery.
If you get tired, catch your breath while sitting on perfectly placed tree stumps as you take in the stunning views of the longest river in North Carolina.
The Patsy Pond Nature Trail offers more than 4 miles of easy trails to traverse while you revel in the unforgettable views of the Croatan National Forest. Whether you choose to explore one trail or all of them, you can effortlessly wind your way through an area known as the Longleaf Pine Flat Woods.
This open woodland area is also home to amazing wildlife and plants, including red-cockaded woodpeckers, bladderworts and Carolina gopher frogs. With informational signs posted along the way, you and your family are in for a unique educational experience.
Less than 10 minutes from our campground lies one of the best hikes in New Bern. The Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park consists of 133 acres of preserved coastal land located in the Craven County woods and draws in all types of outdoor enthusiasts, from kayakers and hikers to bird watchers and anglers.
The grounds are home to several uncomplicated trails, ranging from .16 to .8 miles long, offering varying lengths of picturesque treks for you to enjoy. Make sure you bring a lunch to enjoy at one of the picnic tables or as you hang your feet over the side of its 2,000-foot boardwalk.
We can't wait for you to discover the magic of our corner of the world. If you want to catch a glimpse of the one-of-a-kind hiking trails near New Bern, we invite you to book your stay at New Bern KOA Holiday. We offer all the amenities you'll ever need, including Wi-Fi, full hookups, laundry services, planned activities and much more.
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