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Cedar Creek Campground & Marina
Overview
Cedar Creek Campground & Marina offers a peaceful retreat on the shores of the Core Sound in Sealevel, North Carolina. This destination combines traditional camping with extensive marina services, making it a favorite for those who love the water. Unlike the high-energy resorts found further north on the Outer Banks, this park focuses on a slower pace of life, where the sound of the wind through the salt marsh and the gentle lap of the water takes center stage. It serves as a true gateway to the coastal wilderness of the Crystal Coast.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the historic Down East region of Carteret County, the park is surrounded by scenic coastal marshes and the vast, shimmering waters of the Core Sound. This remote location ensures minimal traffic noise and incredibly dark night skies perfect for stargazing from your campsite. Visitors will find themselves immersed in a traditional maritime landscape, characterized by small fishing villages and incredible views of the Cedar Island Wildlife Refuge, which sits just across the local waters.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is well-equipped for long-term stays or quick weekend getaways, offering spacious sites with full hookups and level pads. Water lovers benefit significantly from the on-site boat ramp and the protected deep-water marina, which provides easy access for serious anglers and recreational boaters alike. Other essential facilities include a clean bathhouse, a seasonal swimming pool for cooling off on summer afternoons, and a well-stocked general store where campers can pick up fresh bait, ice, and various camping supplies.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Fishing is the primary draw here, with the sound and nearby inlets offering excellent opportunities for catching drum, trout, and flounder. A short drive leads to the Cedar Island Ferry, the essential gateway to Ocracoke Island and the rest of the Outer Banks. For a day of inland exploration, travelers can visit the historic docks of Beaufort or take a ferry trip out to the remote Cape Lookout National Seashore to view the iconic lighthouse and the famous wild horses roaming the dunes.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is ideal for anglers and boaters who want direct water access and a private slip without the crowds of larger coastal cities. It strongly appeals to retirees and families looking for a quiet, nature-focused experience away from loud commercial tourist traps. If you value a truly authentic coastal atmosphere and a community of fellow outdoor enthusiasts, this quiet Sealevel gem provides the perfect, low-stress basecamp for your North Carolina RV adventure.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
STEPHEN RAYLE
Find anywhere else. I used this boat ramp without any problems for years under the prior management. I was aware that is had sold after the unfortunate passing of the long time owner. I went on their website and saw that it plainly reads "• $10 in and out for one boat, in one day, includes parking for One car and trailer" so my fishing buddy and I headed that way for yet another adventure. We were greeted by a very rude Bob Ross look alike who told us he is the manager and doesn't care what the website says, we weren't launching. He was abrasive before I spoke. We left and went the whopping mile to the public landing. The campground used to be full of happy patrons. Now there are two campers and otherwise it looks like war torn Normandy. The "marina" they advertise is the same old building with a single humble ramp. The new owner is self sabotaging themself into imminent failure. Don't patronize them. They need to go back where they came from.
Amanda Pope
Parked our camper here for several months. The condition of everything at the camp site is deteriorating, and nothing has been done to fix any of it. The bath houses have only two functioning toilets and showers in the women's room, and have been that way since the beginning of the year. There have been no repairs or upgrades. Hills of dirt are mounded all over, but nothing has been done with them to level camping spots. The pool is not cared for, not that it matters, because the pool closed at the end of August... Which sucks when you're at the outer banks because we could be using the pool even now! What we were asked to pay changed each month, probably because we paid cash. We never got receipts, and others (who paid via card), were reportedly paying less... I'm sad, this place could be so amazing with a little love and TLC... There's been no maintenance or cleaning of any sorts for the past six months at least.
David Button
Everyone at the campground was welcoming and went out of their way to help. Our RV site was spacious, private, and perfectly set up for a relaxing stay. The location couldn’t be better—just steps from miles of unspoiled beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and some of the best fishing on the coast. September was especially exciting, with Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi all in season and running strong. The boat launch was key.
Mark Lefebvre
Nice campground in isolated spot with easy ocean access to outer banks and great views! Entrance needs paved. Pool could be updated.
Kim Usilton
This lil campground needs repair and lots of TLC. Skip, the manager is very accommodating but there is only so much he has to work with. The owner should invest some $$ into the property. There is a pool on site. Great for fishermen.
Chris Smead
We used Cedar Creek Campground as a staging ground for our 5-day sailboat adventure in the Sound. Holly was so kind and set us up with advice and directions and welcomed all of us, our trailers, and our gear to this beautiful campground. Luigi even helped us launch and retrieve our boats! The showers and boat wash facility enabled us to have a great experience and enjoy the gorgeous and wild Outer Banks!
Annette Nichols
We called the new owners to make a reservation and got the third degree about our dogs. Now I will admit my dogs aren't the best behaved so we bring them out in the early mornings when no ones else is around and walk then down to the point where there are no campers. Through out the day we let them out right by our camper. The last campground we were at our one neighbor didn't even know we had dogs. After our interaction over the phone we decided this was no longer the place for us. We were here in October 2023 and it was our 3rd time. I wish they wouldn't have had to sell it. Scott and the whole family have always been very accommodating. They called us and let us know they were experiencing the worst flooding they had seen in years. Talking to the long time leases campers they told us the same thing. We loved this place because of its secluded area without commercial properties and crowds.
Laurelyn Irving
Apparently reservations do not matter here because the owners are selling. We reserved in July for October and called Scott twice on our arrival day to alert him of our ETA. When we arrived, a bus was settling in on the 50 am site we reserved for our 38' fifth wheel. We were diverted to a 30 amp swampy site with a ratty picnic table and electric pole sitting in 4 inches of water.. This place is at sea level, near absolutely nothing and it floods during rains and king tides. We will never stay here again and recommend you make sure it is under new management and check reviews before selecting it.
Brian Howerton
Amazing little place to set a tent up and bring your family. Cheap camp price. Smiling people. Cute little 🦀. Just bring the off, the biting flies are the hunters. 😆 They can run electrical and water to you. (Oh and you can bring the RV there) Beautiful area.
Chris Elia
We Love it here to relax and unwind from busy working and life .Great Fishing and friends . The kids love the time they spend there with their buddies .