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North River Campground
Overview
North River Campground offers a tranquil retreat in the rural landscape of Northeast North Carolina. It serves as a peaceful alternative to the bustling beach crowds while remaining close to the coast. The park features a five-acre scenic lake and spacious sites designed specifically for larger rigs. It is a well-maintained destination that prioritizes a quiet atmosphere for families, retirees, and seasonal travelers alike.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in Shawboro, the park is tucked away in the heart of rural Currituck County. The surrounding area is characterized by vast farmland, lush forests, and proximity to the North River waterway. Travelers enjoy the geographic convenience of being just a short drive from the Outer Banks beaches, making it an ideal home base for those exploring the barrier islands while enjoying a peaceful, inland setting.
Amenities & Park Features
The facility caters to modern RVers with full hookup sites and plenty of room for large slide-outs and awnings. On-site recreation includes a refreshing swimming pool and a well-stocked fishing pond. Key features include:
- Spacious pull-through sites that accommodate the largest big rigs.
- Clean, climate-controlled bathhouses and laundry facilities.
- A secure, gated entrance that ensures a safe environment.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts can spend the day at the nearby Currituck Sound or take a drive to visit the historic Currituck Beach Lighthouse. For those who prefer the water, kayaking and crabbing in the North River are highly popular activities. The close proximity to Elizabeth City offers a variety of local dining, shopping, and waterfront parks, providing a mix of coastal adventure and small-town charm.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is perfect for travelers who appreciate quiet nights and a slower pace of life away from heavy highway noise. It is particularly well-suited for big-rig owners who need easy navigation and long, level sites. Families looking for a safe, pet-friendly environment will find everything they need here, as will travelers heading to the coast who want a high-quality mainland stopover.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Lodge Rooms
- Sites
- Recreational Facilities
- Rentals
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- Cabins/Cottages/Tiny Houses
- On-Site Rentals
- RVs/Park Models
User Reviews
Virginia Pratt
The cabin was adorable and so cozy. Clean and fully supplied with everything u may need. It was small but comfortable except the bed. It was awful. Maybe invest in a new mattress and go with a queen. Would definitely stay again. Thx Pat and Beverly.
Austin Marshall
If there was an option for zero or negative stars, this place would be the one to get it. Very rude owners. They appeared “nice” upon checking in but we came to realize that was only due to them being very greedy people and were waiting for us to pay them rent before showing their true colors. Everything came with a price. We paid monthly to stay there over the summer due to my husband’s job, and we had to pay extra for a fire ring, to use the bath house, and even for my mother to come and stay in OUR camper, on OUR site we had already paid for that month. The reason my parents did stay with us was because the cabin they had rented when they had came to visit us previously was gross, and full of mold and cobwebs. My mom even lost electric for the rest of her stay the first time and they didn’t offer her a refund for anything!! My mother in law came to stay in a different one of the cabins and it had broke down couch and leaks over the bed and they had to leave a night early due to a storm causing rain to pour in on them. Again no refund. On one of our last days there the owner Beverly came hollering across the yard area because we were packing some of our things up in my mother in laws truck so we could leave the next morning. All because they pulled in her campground, and they were staying at a hotel instead of at one of their cabins. They are NOT nice people and money hungry. I wouldn’t ever go there especially if you have children, and don’t want to get eaten alive by flies. The only decent thing I can say about this place is they kept the grass well maintained. But even that was a headache because of how rude they were about it. My children had bikes, and they would fly off the handle if the bike was sitting in our 2 foot of grass by our camper. SHARED grass with our neighbors might I add. Terrible is all I can say.
Kelley Williams
Camping was great!! Very peaceful!! Everyone was very polite and friendly!!
RHONDA TOPPING
The owners Mrs. Beverly and Mr Pat are great people. The campground is well kept and the shower rooms are always so clean. We always meet the best people here. We have been coming for over 10 years and this will always be our quick getaway place.
Ann Schmucker
Full hookup 50 amp service for our 35’ 5th wheel. Off the beaten path but suited our need to be close to Elizabeth City but not too close. Very quiet. Spotless grounds with level spacious sites. Very friendly and helpful staff. Permanent sites were clean and quiet as well. I could see it being less quiet in the summer but seems well payed out and managed to handle the crowds. Off season is serene!