Best camping near Merritt
14 campgrounds · 14 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Merritt, North Carolina — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 14 of 14 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Goose Creek State Park
Good
29.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
New users please read 13mi SE of Washington TYPE:SP SITES: CAMPGROUND PH: 252.923.2191 EL(ft):13 AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH RS LAT,LON:35.479,-76.897 ACCEPTS RES reservation…
Why 79: live conditions (good)
79Top-rated
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#2
Goose Creek State Park Tent Campground
Good
30.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Why 79: live conditions (good)
79Top-rated
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#3
Flanners Beach/Neuse River Campground
Good
20.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Comfortable day · high 92°F· No active weather warnings
Located under tall pines and hardwoods, each of the 40 campsites is equipped with a picnic table, fire ring and lantern poles. Two of these sites only allow double occupancy…
Why 77: live conditions (good)
77Top-rated
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#4
Fisher Landing
Good
21.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Comfortable day · high 92°F· No active weather warnings
New users please read 11mi SE of New Bern TYPE:NF SITES:7 CAMPGROUND PH: 252.638.5628 /828.257.4200 EL(ft):26 AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH VT NR ND NS NW L$ LAT,LON:35,-76.977…
Why 77: live conditions (good)
77Top-rated
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#5
Oyster Point Camp
Good
25.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 77°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
Oyster Point Camp is a scenic camping area located in the state of North Carolina. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 75: live conditions (good)
75Top-rated
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#6
Pettigrew State Park Group Campground
Good
48.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
Pettigrew State Park Group Campground is located in the state of North Carolina and offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables…
Why 79: live conditions (good)
79Top-rated
P⛰
#7
Pettigrew State Park
Good
48.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
Pettigrew State Park, located in North Carolina, offers a fantastic camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides a range of amenities to make your stay…
Why 79: live conditions (good)
79Top-rated
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#8
Cedar Point
Good
39.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
Cedar Point Camping Area in North Carolina offers breathtaking views of the White Oak River and is surrounded by lush greenery. The campground provides easy access to a variety of…
Why 76: live conditions (good)
76Top-rated
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#9
Contentnea Creekside City Park
Good
49.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Contentnea Creekside City Park is a charming camping area located in North Carolina. Situated in a serene natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 78: live conditions (good)
78Top-rated
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#10
Hammocks Beach State Park
Good
42.2 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Comfortable day · high 90°F· No active weather warnings
Hammocks Beach State Park, located in North Carolina, offers a scenic and peaceful camping experience. The campground provides various amenities to enhance visitors' stay…
Why 76: live conditions (good)
76Top-rated
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#11
Neuseway Nature Park
Good
55.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Neuseway Nature Park camping area is located in the state of North Carolina. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Visitors will find…
Why 78: live conditions (good)
78Top-rated
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#12
Ocracoke Island - Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Good
40.7 mi away
· Hot night · low 79°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Ocracoke Island, located within the Cape Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina, offers a picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides…
Why 73: live conditions (good)
73Top-rated
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#13
Onslow Beach Military - Camp Lejeune
Good
52.3 mi away
· Hot night · low 79°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Onslow Beach Military Camp Lejeune Camping Area is a picturesque, beachfront campground in North Carolina. The campground offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is near…
Why 73: live conditions (good)
73Top-rated
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#14
Frisco - Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Good
58.6 mi away
· Hot night · low 79°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
New users please read 3mi E of Frisco TYPE:NS SITES: CAMPGROUND PH: 252.473.2111 EL(ft):9 AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH NR LAT,LON:35.237,-75.598 NO RES search Natl Park…
Why 72: live conditions (good)
72Top-rated
Camping near Merritt
The Merritt area has 14 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Merritt
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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