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.
From I-40 - Take exit 416B. This will put you on the I-140 bypass. Follow this for 5 miles and take exit 25, signage will read, 17 S./Market St. At the stop sign take a right, this is Market St. Follow for 2 miles, turn right in-between the Speedway Gas Station and the Ogden Carwash. You will see the sign for KOA on the right, above the Ogden Carwash.
From Rt. 17 S. - Follow 17N, take exit 39 on to I-140 (US 17 N/Wilmington/New Bern/Jacksonville).Follow I-140 approx. 25 miles. Take exit 25 , signage will read 17 S./Market St. At the stop sign take a right, this is Market St. Follow for 2 miles, turn right in-between the Speedway Gas Station and the Ogden Carwash. You will see the sign for KOA on the right, above the Ogden Carwash sign.
From US 74/76 - Take exit on to I-140 (US 17 N/Wilmington/New Bern/Jacksonville). Follow I-140 approx. 25 miles. Take exit 25, signage will read 17S/Market St. At the stop sign take a right, this is Market St. Follow for 2 miles, turn right in-between the Speedway Gas Station and the Ogden Carwash. You will see the sign for the KOA on the right, above the Ogden Carwash sign.
From Rt. 17 N. - Follow 17S through Hampstead. Take exit to the right (about 8 miles past Hampstead), signage will read 17 S./Market St. This is Market St. Follow for 2 miles, turn right in-between the Speedway Gas Station and the Ogden Carwash. You will see the sign for KOA on the right, above the Ogden Carwash.
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Wilmington has many outdoor activities that appeal to all interests, whether you want to be on the water or stroll through scenic views. Explore some of the most fun places in Wilmington below!
Wilmington is an excellent area for testing out a watersport! Paddleboarding, Jet Skiing, surfing, diving, kayaking, wakeboarding and parasailing are popular watersports here.
Head to Tony Silvagni Surf School for professional lessons, or take a guided group tour with Paddle NC! If you and your crew enjoy being out on the water, trying out one of these watersport activities is a great way to get your oceanside fun on.
Another way to get out in nature is by exploring many of Wilmington's unique hiking and nature trails. Whether you want a relaxing beachside stroll or to explore lush and vibrant gardens, you can find it here. Popular places to explore include:
While these are some of the area's more popular walking and hiking attractions, you can find plenty of other activities to do in Wilmington.
If you want to stop by curated seasonal gardens, the New Hanover County Arboretum can satisfy your green thumb. This seven-acre center has many specialty gardens, including a Japanese garden, a water garden and one dedicated to the military.
Wilmington is a great place to go sailing. Take classes and learn about sailing theory and different knots at the Blockade Runner Sailing Center. If you do not want to learn how to sail and would prefer a professional to lead the way, charter a fishing sailboat cruise from Gone Coastal Charters!
Other options include tours from Shamrock Sailing Adventures or Wrightsville Performance Sailing.
If you are ready to start exploring everything there is to do outside in the area, reserve your stay at Wilmington KOA! Enjoy many of our amenities, including an interactive walking trail and volleyball, while making this your home base when visiting Wilmington.
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