| Carolina Beach State Park is located off US 421 in New Hanover County on Dow Road, East Coast of North Carolina, ten miles south of Wilmington. From Raleigh, take Interstate 40 east. After approximately 122 miles, the interstate turns into NC 132. Continue south on NC 132, driving through Wilmington. US 421 will join NC 132; continue south on US 421. After driving across Snow's Cut Bridge over the intracoastal waterway, turn right at the second stoplight onto Dow Road, & follow the signs to the park entrance, which is on the right on State Park Road.
Family Camping: The park's family campground is located in a wooded area near Snow's Cut. Pine & oak provide shade for 83 campsites, including two wheelchair-accessible sites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table & grill. Drinking H2O & restrooms with hot showers are located nearby.
Campsites are available on a first-come basis for a modest fee. Hookups are not provided for recreational vehicles, but a dump station is available for a fee.
Group Camping: Two camping areas for organized groups are located along Swamp Trail & are available by advance reservation only. One site accommodates up to 20 people; the other accommodates up to 35 people. These areas include picnic tables, fire circles & pit toilets. Water & shower facilities are not available.
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Campground: Carolina Beach State Park in Carolina Beach North Carolina *