The best great views campgrounds near Jacksonville, North Carolina

Looking for a camping adventure near Jacksonville, North Carolina? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor getaway. Whether you're a snow sports enthusiast, a whitewater paddler, or a horseback riding aficionado, there's a campsite tailored to your preferred activities and terrain. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites in the area, like Double L Farms (122 reviews), JCO at Lee Baysden Pond (89 reviews), and Legacy Farms Leisure Area (80 reviews) for a truly memorable camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready to embrace the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Jacksonville

Looking for a camping adventure near Jacksonville, North Carolina? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor getaway. Whether you're a snow sports enthusiast, a whitewater paddler, or a horseback riding aficionado, there's a campsite tailored to your preferred activities and terrain. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites in the area, like Double L Farms (122 reviews), JCO at Lee Baysden Pond (89 reviews), and Legacy Farms Leisure Area (80 reviews) for a truly memorable camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready to embrace the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Jacksonville

1. JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

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(494)

17mi from Jacksonville · 27 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Finalist for Top Hipcamp in 2023 and 2024! This is a Family Venue! No Parties and/or drunknesses allowed. We strive to create an environment for nature viewing, stargazing, fishing, and unwinding in nature as camping should be. Quiet time enforced 10pm-6am. Check in strictly 2-8pm. We do not allow late check ins. We meet and greet all guests.the historic pond was originally much smaller. We have records that date back to our 6th Great-Grandfather, Joab Fountain, who received a royal grant from the crown in 1773 for the property and then just a grist mill, blacksmith shop and old general store. The property was passed down through the Fountain family until the late 1910's. Originally a creek dammed up for the purpose of the mill it was later dug out in the late 1940's by Lee Baysden. The property also features 2 smaller ponds and surrounded by woods, swamp, and farmed fields, a total of 84 acres. Divided by Duplin and Onslow County line making it very unique! Chinquapin, NC The store/office is the original detached kitchen from his homeplace, which is the white house just up the street. We still use this today and it has Mr. Lee Baysden's handwriting in the store that states opened June 1956. The pond was owned and fished until the late 1990's. A hurricane damaged the dam and land was sold sometime after. The next owner dug the pond into the lake it is today and fixed the dam. In 2020 My husband Tyler, and I decided to buy the Pond Our camp office/store is opened most weekends or by check-in requests and fishing passes available 7 days a week online from sunrise-dark. Our lake features fishing for Bass, Crappie, Bream, Catfish, Bowfin, varieties of Panfish, and more. Check out our Facebook page (JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond) for all the latest news and catches! We have tagged bass that have been released back into the lake. Let us know if you catch one so we can record it! We are continually trying to make JCO and Lee Baysden Pond a great place in our community for friends and families! Enjoy the great outdoors unplugging from all the daily devices of reality. Enjoy bird watching for ducks, geese, heron, osprey or occasional eagle, owls, turkey, deer, and more. We now have a lake Kitty that adopted us and is now part of the team. Her name is "Tail".

2. Ocean View Micro Farm

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(125)

35mi from Jacksonville · 3 sites · Tents

Whatever your saltwater pleasure, you can enjoy yourself with friends and family at Ocean View Micro Farm. Eat fresh, local meats, eggs, seafood and vegetables while you're here, all easily accessible at nearby farms, markets and eateries. Camp on the Intracoastal Waterway overlooking pristine marshlands and wild barrier islands on the Atlantic Ocean. We offer two spacious campsites. Enjoy fishing, exploring by kayak, SUP or canoe from our launch over to sandy white beaches of Lea and Hutaff Islands. Boat rental companies will come pick you up for a tour, or a daily rental. We grow microgreens, herbs, flowers, blueberries, grapes, pecans and seasonal vegetables here. Our land is a haven for birds and pollinators with the many trees and shrubs that bloom and fruit though out the year. Grocery store, pharmacies, restaurants and an emergency hospital are within 7 miles. Sailfish Restaurant is a short walk away if you'd like to dine out but not drive. Please message us with any questions or requests.

3. Crockett Landing

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(71)

47mi from Jacksonville · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

15 beautiful acres on the North River in Beaufort, NC. Just off Highway 70 which is an Outer Banks Scenic Byway. Trails and private campsites throughout the property as well as a large communal deck (The Landing) by the river for gatherings and multiple observations areas to observe and enjoy the wildlife throughout the property. Bathhouses for guests and well water throughout property. Fishing, hiking, boating, kayaking, etc on the property. Atlantic Beach and Morehead City only 20 minutes away. Close to several stores and gas stations as well as countless fishing spots and about 7 miles to the end of Hawkers Island Rd where you can catch the ferry to Cape Lookout. Crockett Landing is a haven and sanctuary for wildlife and those who want to connect with nature and have a good time. There is a tote at the Cafe Blue full of games like badminton, volleyball, frisbees, wiffle ball, corn hole, paddle ball etc. The Cafe is an outdoor kitchen for guests to use as they like. Propane grill and stove available including dishware and pots and pans.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Ryan

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Beautiful spot with excellent privacy. Tessa was very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.

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Samatha

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Wonderful stay from pre-checkin to checkin to checkout! I wanted a quite relaxing but comfy stay surrounded by nature w a few creature comforts and the Cabin gave me just that. The view from the cabin is so serene. I enjoyed exploring the campgrounds w my pup and meeting some of the fellow campers. The Cabin is clean, well appointed, comfy bed w a splash of holiday cheer (based on when I stayed). Contessa is an outstanding host! I stayed on the grounds for my entire wkend stay but will checkout local attractions Contessa recommended during a future stay. JCO is a special place that’s easy to get to and not easy to forget; I’ll be back to get my overlanding on w my partner (he’s a frequent camper here). The JCO hype is legit!

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pipper

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Crockett Landing

The views were absolutely incredible. The whole campsite was beautiful and well kept. Paul was very kind and has true passion for this land. I will 100% be staying here again in the future

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LeRae

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

Beautiful campsite with so much personality! The owners are wonderful people and we will be coming back!

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Wayne

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

It felt secluded from others at the camp itself. The site was clean and very close to the water. The host were extremely gracious.

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Rachael

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Contessa and her husband were very friendly and helpful. The area was very peaceful and an otter and a nutria came swimming by our site! The bathroom was very clean and well stocked.

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Jake

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Another great stay at JCO! Can’t wait to come back again!!

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Jack

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

This was a great campsite. I will stay here again!

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Giancarlo

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Ocean View Micro Farm

Fantastic - great host! Went above and beyond to make sure we were settled and knew where things were.

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Adam

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Crockett Landing

My wife and I loved it here. Site 5 was big enough for our two person tent. The cafe was useful to rinse off our dishes and the bath house was great for a quick hot shower during the cold October mornings.

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Andersen

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

10/10. Great Lake view and boat launch point. Had everything I needed and easy to get to.

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Amaya

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

We were staying at this site for 1 night on a last minute weekend getaway. The site was clean and exactly what we expected. Great for fishing and such an amazing view! We ended up extending our stay inter night because it was so peaceful and beautiful. Will definitely return.

Chaeli

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Second time here!! Love this site so much! Will definitely be coming back for another stay in the future.

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Taylor

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

The campground was a nice little spot next to the road. It seems like the perfect spot for families with younger kids as there's lots of little trails for littles to explore and practice their balance on. I had a great time and Paul was an excellent host to us. During the storm he allowed us to move from our original campsite so our tent wasn't blowing around so much. I had a great time and would definitely go back!

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Robert

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to JCO Campground at Lee Baysden Pond

Contessa was awesome. The camp site was great, right near the water with plenty of space and great sunset views. We will be coming back !

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Laura

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

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Haley

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

I loved camping at Paul's place! The area was secluded and quiet, with beautiful views all around. I loved seeing and hearing so much wildlife. We stayed at the Pelican Point site, and saw many crabs and even shrimp at night! A wonderful experience.

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Alex

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Crockett Landing

Crocket Landing (Paul’s place) was awesome. Absolutely everything (and much more) that you would like to have at a campsite. The hot shower is a luxury, getting as hot as you could possibly want it. And it was hardly 25 minutes to the beach. We stayed at Camp 4, the tree fort, and it was awesome. Met Paul, what a rad dude. Great vibes and peaceful to the max. Can’t wait to go again. 🩵