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4 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
42 miles northwest · straight-line distance
State park in North Carolina, United States. Public day use is limited to hiking, fishing and paddling; swimming is for group campers only.
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55 miles northwest · straight-line distance
State park in North Carolina, United States.
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83 miles southwest · straight-line distance
State park in South Carolina, United States. Oyster Shell Landing and North End Road may close for King Tides through November 2, 2026; the Nature Center Marsh Boardwalk is closed for construction.
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105 miles northwest · straight-line distance
State park in North Carolina, United States.
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23 recreation areas and campgrounds within 135 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
In the early morning hours of February 27, 1776, Loyalist forces charged across a partially dismantled Moores Creek Bridge. Beyond the bridge, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots waited quietly with cannons and muskets poised to fire.
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49 miles northwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Located in the tobacco country of eastern North Carolina on the improved channel between Wilmington and Fayetteville, the facilities are equipped for day-use, boating and picnicking.
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57 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (83 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Cedar Point Campground and Recreation Area is located in eastern North Carolina at the junction of the White Oak River and the Bogue Sound, immediately adjacent to the Swansboro Inlet.
BoatingCampingFishingHikingHistoryWater sports
75 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr by car (112 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Located in the Neuse River Recreation Area in eastern North Carolina, Flanners Beach Campground is situated on a bluff overlooking the scenic Neuse River and within a half-hour drive from the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.
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75 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 5 min by car (104 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Oyster Point Campground is located on the banks of the Newport River, near the town of Newport, NC. The campground is just a short drive to the beaches of Atlantic Beach, NC and other coastal fishing destinations.
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78 miles northeast · straight-line distanceNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
The North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve was established to preserve the fragile natural areas that make up the third largest estuarine system in the country and the variety of life found there.
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83 miles southwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge was established on December 1, 1997 and consists of wetland habitats ranging from historic, broken and actively managed tidal rice fields, to black water and alluvial flood plain forested wetlands of the…
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92 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 45 min by car (127 road miles, checked October 2026)National Park Service
Great Island Cabin Camp sits on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, just off the North Carolina coast. This historic, remote camp has long been a favorite destination for fishermen and beachgoers.
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97 miles southwest · straight-line distanceNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
North Inlet-Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve protects more than 12,327 acres of habitats ranging from tidal and transitional marshes to oyster reefs, beaches, and inter-tidal flats and from coastal island forests to open…
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98 miles northeast · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore.
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104 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 3 hr 5 min by car (142 road miles, checked October 2026)National Park Service
Escape to North Core Cabin Camp — a one-of-a-kind coastal getaway on North Core Banks within the stunning Cape Lookout National Seashore.
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105 miles northeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge, located in Carteret County, North Carolina is on the end of a peninsula marking the southern end of Pamlico Sound.
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120 miles northwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
B. E. Jordan Dam and Lake is located near the center of North Carolina with a large population base in a 75-mile radius of the project.
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120 miles northeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge is an extensive coastal marsh which includes the Swanquarter National Wilderness Area.
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123 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 10 min by car (147 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
This recreation area is part of B. Everett Jordan Lake
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126 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 45 min by car (146 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Buck Hall Recreation Area offers a premier location to enjoy the outdoors. It is situated along the Intracoastal Waterway and provides great access to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, 65,000 acres of marsh, tidal creeks and beaches;…
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126 miles north · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The US Army Corps of Engineers and the State of North Carolina would like to welcome you to Falls Lake.
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128 miles northeast · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Located in the famous Outer Banks area of the stunning North Carolina coast, this campground is perfect for a beach getaway trip. Recreation The seashore provides a place for active recreation or for quiet reflection.
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129 miles northeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
In the early 20th century, farmers and developers attempted to drain Lake Mattamuskeet, building what was at the time the world’s largest pumping plant. The lake was drained several times to convert the lake bottom to farmland.
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132 miles northeast · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Cape Point Campground sites have a shortened reservation window. Due to the ground saturation and potential for flooding we encourage you to check the sites prior to paying.
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134 miles southwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Established in 1932 as a migratory bird refuge, the refuge's original objectives were to conserve in public ownership habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds and seabirds, and resident species.
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134 miles northeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Roanoke River NWR was established in 1989 to protect and enhance wooded wetlands consisting of bottomland hardwoods and swamps with high waterfowl value along the Roanoke River.
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135 miles west · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The refuge was established on March 17, 1939 to provide habitat for migratory birds, to demonstrate sound management practices that enhance natural resource conservation, and to provide wildlife-oriented recreation opportunities.
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Recreation areas and campgrounds from Recreation.gov's directory, checked October 28, 2026. Listings are not live availability: check Recreation.gov or the managing agency for open dates, fees, reservations and conditions. Directions go to the listed coordinates, which may not be the entrance. Campground driving times: Powered by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors.
This guide includes Singletary Lake State Park, Jones Lake State Park, Huntington Beach State Park, Raven Rock State Park. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 42 miles northwest in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 55 miles northwest in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 83 miles southwest in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Recreation.gov lists 9 campgrounds within 132 miles, including Cedar Point Campground (57 miles northeast), Flanners Beach Campground (75 miles northeast), Oyster Point Campground (75 miles northeast). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.