RV rental Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NC: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
RV rental Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NC: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
Discover Cape Hatteras National Seashore RV rentals for memorable road trips
Cape Hatteras and the other neighboring islands are considered “barrier” islands, protecting North Carolina’s shores from bad storms and hurricanes. Recognizing that the islands needed protection from mining, fishing, and other commercial enterprises, Cape Hatteras was established as a National Seashore Recreational Area in 1937. This designation allowed people to continue hunting turtles and other wildlife on the islands. Cape Hatteras was recategorized as a National Seashore in 1953, which made it illegal to engage in hunting activities.
Find your personal RV rental style
How to rent a RV in Cape Hatteras National Seashore
- 1
Search by location
Tell us where in Cape Hatteras National Seashore you want to pick up or have your RV delivered
- 2
Filter search results
Sort by vehicle type, date, price, and amenities
- 3
Message the owner
Learn more about your favorite RV and the best local destinations
- 4
Request a booking
Send a request directly to the host and start preparing for your adventure
Getting Outdoors
The fresh, briny air, sun, and miles of beaches. What more could an adventurer want? Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a habitat for several protected animals, including five species of sea turtles: leatherback, hawksbill (rare), Kemp’s ridley, Loggerhead, and Green. Watching a turtle build their nest is an amazing opportunity that very few people get to experience. Bring a camera to document it for proof.
Camping at Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Skip hotels and get closer to nature when you rent an RV and head to Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Listen to the sound of waves crashing ashore and the cry of gulls overhead. There are a handful of campgrounds on the barrier islands. RV camp at Frisco, NC, which is the closest campground. There are over 125 sites for guests to choose from. The campground is situated inside sand dunes, and the beach is just a few feet away. There are no hookups, though there are restrooms for campers to use.
Exploring the Area
Hop into an Airstream rental and explore the historic sea towns along the barrier islands. In addition to taffy and ice cream shops, gift shops at which one might find an RV camping souvenir, there are museums, art galleries, and historical landmarks to explore. The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras showcases boats and ships that fell prey to the rocky seashore along North Carolina.
Be the first to get doses of destination inspiration, and discount codes.
We care about the protection of your data. Read our privacy policy
Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Pamlico Sound, NCCape Hatteras National Seashore, NC
- Hammock Hills Nature Trail, NCCape Hatteras National Seashore, NC
- Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge North Pond Wildlife Trail, NCCape Hatteras National Seashore, NC
- Light Station Nature Trail, NCNags Head, NC
- Sandy Ridge Wildlife Trail, NCManns Harbor, NC
- Milltail Creek, NCManns Harbor, NC
- Sawyer Lake and Milltail Creek, NCManns Harbor, NC
- Thomas Hariot Nature Trail, NCFort Raleigh National Historical Site, NC
- Jockey's Ridge Soundside Nature Trail, NCNags Head, NC
- Tracks in the Sand Trail, NCNags Head, NC
- CampgroundsLocation
- Frisco Campground, NCDare County, NC
- Frisco Woods Campground, NCDare County, NC
- Hatteras Sands Campground, NCDare County, NC
- Cape Hatteras KOA, NCDare County, NC
- Camp Hatteras RV Resort and Campground, NCDare County, NC
- St Clair Landing Campground, NCDare County, NC
- Ocean Waves Campground, NCDare County, NC
- Ocracoke Campground, NCHyde County, NC
- The Refuge on Roanoke Island Campground, NCDare County, NC
- OBX Campground, NCDare County, NC
- RV dealerships in North Carolina
Recent RV rental reviews in Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Kathi J.
August, 2025
Very nice trailer with lots of amenities . Very roomy kitchen and living area . We enjoyed our trip !
Jamie S.
August, 2025
Working with Kyle was great, he was quick to respond to any and all questions. The trailer is in great condition, it came very clean and with all necessary and extra amenities (towels, linens, cookware, camp chairs…etc) which was a nice touch. Highly recommend!
Wilfrid A.
July, 2025
Abby was a fantastic host; flexible, knowledgeable, helpful! The Sprinter is our first RV rental ever, the interior is clean and inviting, all the space is used super-efficiently and it drove like an SUV. A compact full-sized fridge, microwave, ample lighting (recessed lighting throughout and reading lights over the bed), and mini fans blowing a breeze on the bed, made the space very cozy.a
Frequently asked questions about renting an RV near Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Discover the best of what's around
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
+349 vehicles
Rocky Mountain National Park
+873 vehicles
Joshua Tree National Park
+1334 vehicles
Olympic National Park
+1009 vehicles
Zion National Park
+103 vehicles
Popular Nearby Cities
Popular Nearby Counties
Popular Nearby Parks
RV Rental Fort Raleigh National Historical Site, NC(138)RV Rental Wright Brothers National Memorial, NC(130)RV Rental Cape Lookout National Seashore, NC(74)RV Rental Pettigrew State Park, NC(172)RV Rental Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, NC(170)RV Rental Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, NC(184)RV Rental Merchants Millpond State Park, NC(230)RV Rental Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, NC(226)RV Rental Oak Grove Lake Park, VA(220)RV Rental First Landing State Park, VA(217)
