- U.S. Military Recreation Facilities
- North Carolina
- Onslow Beach Campsites and Recreation Area
Onslow Beach Campsites and Recreation Area
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Location
Installation
Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base, NC
GPS Coordinates
34.57182, -77.26837
RV Gate Coordinates
34.65495, -77.23020
Directions
Directions
FROM SOUTH: Exit US-17 onto NC-172 and enter the base. At the third traffic light after entering the base (Brown sign for Onslow Beach Rec. Area) turn right and follow the road to the campground. After crossing a small bridge you will see the camp on your left. Turn left at end of the road. -- FROM NORTH: Take NC-24 to main gate on Holcomb Blvd. Stay on the main road. When the speed limit changes from 55mph to 45mph get in right turn lane to turn onto Sneeds Ferry Rd. Take this road about 6 miles to Beach Road (campground sign on the left). Beach road will take you right to the C/G area.
Contact Information
Phone Number
Reservations: (910) 440-7502 ---- Guest Services: (910) 440-7259
Mailing Address
RECR Onslow Beach, 1401 West Road, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547-7258
Website URL
Campground Information
Authorized Users
Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Retired Military, 0-100% DAV, Purple Heart Recipients, Former POW, Veteran Caregivers, DoD Civilians. Read this Article on Authorized Users
Season
April 1 - November 1
Reservations
Accepted. Active duty stationed on Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River and MCAS Cherry Point can reserve 20 weeks in advance. Retired, Active Reservists and Active duty stationed at other bases(other that the ones previously mentioned) can reserve 18 weeks in advance. Inactive reservists and DOD civilian employees can reserve 16 weeks in advance. Payment in full is required 2 weeks from the booking date. Full refund for cancellation will be given with at least days notice before arrival, any cancellation less than 7 days notice will be charged 1 night rental fee and the rest will be refunded. May reserve 2 camp sites or 1 camp site and 1 lodging.
Internet Access
Free high speed wifi is available SDNCO and enlisted pavilions.
Mail Forwarding
Must use local USPS General Delivery.
Pet Information
Pets are allowed in the RV Park and Campground and in the designated dog beach area (south of the Staff NCO Pavilion). There is a pet playground in the RV Park. Pets are allowed ONLY in pet friendly lodging. Pets are prohibited from the swimming beaches. You must present actual shot records from the vet or your stay may be denied. Usual clean up rules are strictly enforced everywhere in the rec area. Pets must be on a leash (not more than 10 ft)at all times. Pets are not permitted inside any lodging unit. Pets must not be left unattended in vehicles or tied up outside without supervision. Pets must be kept off neighboring campsites.
Campground Information
14 day stay limit, then out 14 days before starting over. No stay limit between Nov and Mar. Monthly rate only available from November 1st to March 31st. Lodges/Cabanas prices vary by rank and length of stay and sold in package deals. All RV sites are back-in and can be tight for some to back into. There are 2 handicap accessible 3-bedroom lodging available. During the peak season (from April 1 through October 31) you can only check into the lodging units (cabanas, lodges, Ospreys, etc.) on certain days. For a 3-day stay, one can only check in on a Monday or Tuesday; for a 4-day stay, one can only check in on a Thursday or Friday; and for a 7-day stay, one can only check in on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. RV sites don't have these limitations.
Big Rig Friendly?
Discounts
Monthly discount in Winter available.
Facilities
Propane
Amenities
- Dump, Sewer
- Water
- Electric
- Tent Area
- Golf
- Gas
- Commissary
- Exchange
Site Information
Type of site | Spaces | Hook-ups | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
RV Sites | 33 | W/20,30,50A/S/CATV | $37 | N/A | $450 |
RV/Popup Sites | 2 | W/20,30A/S/CATV | $37 | N/A | N/A |
Overflow | 5 | None | $10 | N/A | N/A |
Lodges/Cabanas | 74 | Full | Varies | N/A | N/A |
Other Information
DoD Interactive Comment Evaluation
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Weather Information
Popular recreational area on the beach.
Map
User reviews
92 reviews
Overall rating
4.5
Location
4.8(92)
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.5(92)
Amenities/Facilities
4.2(92)
Value
4.5(92)
Overall Experience
4.5(92)
March 29 - May 23., 2024
Overall rating
3.3
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.0
Amenities/Facilities
2.0
Value
3.0
Overall Experience
3.0
I have reviewed this location before, July 2023, and, since then, the famcamp has not improved or fixed known conditions; water pressure is still atrocious and the bath houses are still nasty. This family camp needs to be regarded to prevent the constant pooling behind the even numbered sites, updated to move the water spigots to behind each individual site from the present location of in the middle of the site next to (very confusing to the uninitiated), and refreshed as there is potential here but, it's outdated and very cramped. Not really sure what the camp hosts do around here, other than after hours check-ins, as they don't police the sites on check-out or before check-ins. Lastly, no one is taking care of the bark parks, full of dog crap every time we've gone in there. It could be done better here for sure.
20 - 31 JUL 23
Overall rating
4.6
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.0
Amenities/Facilities
3.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Our first time here. Work being done on pivot bridge leading into the camp/beach area so, be prepared to wait if the bridge is pivoted or there is construction need. Arrival - Pretty easy but, only one registration lane. I can see where this would be a problem if multiple campers showed up at the same time. Easy check-in process on arrival. Tips - Plan your arrival to arrive during business hours. Favorites - Can't beat the location, ~ a block off the ocean and a mere foot from the intercostal waterway. Covered patios are nice, especially to hang your sandy wet clothes from after a day in the water/sand. Fairly close to the exchange and commissary for shopping. Close to Topsail beaches out of the back gate. People are super friendly. Shark teeth hunting. The water is fantastic and guarded on the weekends by the big center pavilion. Negatives - We had a couple significant current surges which tripped our 50-amp WatchDog so, I'd definitely make sure you have a surge suppressor plugged inline to your rig. The bathhouse was pretty nasty on a couple occasions and the water pressure in there is atrocious. Not a lot of space for the doggies to run but, you can take your fur babies to the beach at the extreme ends.
September 2022
Overall rating
4.7
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
4.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
5.0
You definitely can't beat the location. It is between the Atlantic Ocean and Intercoastal Waterway so you can fish or kayak on the IW side or enjoy the beach on the Atlantic side. The covered patios on many of the campsites are a nice feature too. The beaches are handicap accessible and they have beach wheelchairs available too.
28 June to 5 July 2022
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
We trucked our camper and stayed in the loop. Our sons and their families rented a beach house. It was a short bike ride back and forth to each. Had lots of great beach days and a great fireworks show on base. The little distance between our camper and the sites pavilion kept us from opening our awning and the site was a bit cramped, but that isn't what we were there for.
July 2021
Overall rating
4.9
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
4.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
This is an outstanding Campground/Facility. It is right next to the beach, it has everything that attracts most campers. Full Hookups (including 50 AMP) and the only thing it lacks is a good Mart to purchase food/groceries. There is a MCX Mart but you can thing of it as a high end 7/11. Definitely nice but not the type of place you can get groceries for cooking if you are staying say, a week (hence my four starts on Amenities/Facilities). Having said that, you can find anything your heart desires by driving seven miles Nortwest to the main complex, and by anything I mean ANYTHING! Just as I read in the comments, service at the reservation office appears to find its balance by swinging from one extreme to the other and it is hit or miss. When we checked in on Saturday, the reception could not have been more helpful, pleasant and professional. My immediate thought was, "it seems they likely addressed the customer service "opportunities" here. Overall it was a wonderful and outstanding experience. We've liked it here so much that we went to the office this morning looking to book, with our fingers crossed, another week at a later time next month. The lady at the desk could not possibly have been more unwilling to help. She dismissed us right away by saying "everything is booked through November" which could very well be the true and the one question she is asked every fifteen minutes. Had she faked looking at her system for cancelations (we hadn't even provided dates to her yet), I would have been perfectly cool with it yet she did not. She spent more time dismissing our inquiry than would have taken her to look and see if there was anything available, even after I told her that the very reservation we are currently enjoying was booked a short three weeks ago. Classic Customer Service 101 that seemed unattainable today. We'll go back tomorrow in hopes that the pendulum swings in the other direction and some one at least "fakes" looking for availability. This place is simply Outstanding.
Memorial Day Weekend 2021
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
This was our first time at Onslow and we were NOT disappointed. We drove down from Maryland for an extended 2021 Memorial Weekend Vacation. From check in to check out this location was perfect and the grounds were well kept (and this is coming from a retired Air Force family). The services were amazing and the location to ocean was the best. The staff were professional and courteous. We have a 25ft travel trailer, and I booked last minute so we stayed in the circular area campsites. The site was great but a little small (if I had something to critique), but perfect for popups and tents. When we visit next time, and we will visit again, I will try for one of the bigger sites.
October 2020
Overall rating
4.3
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
4.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
4.0
Our 2nd time at Onslow. We had numerous issues last years visit. Not one problem this time. Check in was a breeze, we were able to select between 3 available sites. Everything was very smooth this time around. Staff friendly and answered any of our questions. COVID precautions throughout the base. Most all beach cottages and pavilions have been rebuilt since our last trip. The sand dunes also have been replanted. The campground was full the whole time (3 weeks) we were there. Only thing different from the above description, is there no longer is any WiFi in the RV park. Excellent visit and planning on returning in the Spring, hopefully for a month.
June 20-23 2020
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Another great stay, clean bathhouse, clean campsite. Great people working in the front office. Hope the COVID-19 doesn't close this campground down again, my family and I look forward to returning later this summer. Stay safe and healthy. RLMcDaniel
September 27-October 4, 2019
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
The camping area at Onslow Beach is still available and in excellent condition.Unfortunately, while we were staying in a Cabana in September of 2018, we were forced to evacuate due to Hurricane Florence, which produced major damage to most of the lodging units. The three-bedroom Ospreys, the ocean front Studio Cabanas, and the units reserved for higher ranking officers and enlisted were all rendered uninhabitable. At this time, the only units that are still available are the lodges. They are $56/night from November 1st through March 31st and $70/night (with a three night minimum)from April 1st through October 31st. Here is the information their web site provides about the lodges: Conveniently located on the second row of the island and just a short walk to the ocean! All lodges include a living room, full kitchen, master bedroom with a queen size bed, 1 bath and a loft area. All lodging units are fully furnished to include kitchenware. Please bring your own air mattress or sleeping bags if you will be using the loft area (extra linen is provided). Lodges can accommodate 2 - 4 if using loft area. Smoking is prohibited in MCCS facilities. Pet friendly units are available at an additional daily charge.
July 15-18, 2019
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
My wife and I enjoyed our stay(2nd time here this year). We had RV site #12. The Campground and bath house were very clean. A short walk to the beach and mini MCX. Courteous and Professional staff at the reservation office. We look forward to returning in the near future. We stayed July 15-18. RLMcDaniel
April 19-22, 2019
Overall rating
4.9
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
First time here at Onslow Beach. Great location ,you can't beat the great beach access. My family and I enjoyed our stay. We were at RV pad 24, we also enjoyed seeing the boats going up and down the Intercoastal Water Way. Only small complaint, the grass needed to be cut. We look forward to returning in the near future. rlmcdaniel
December 2018
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Onslow Beach has reopened as of Dec 14, 2018; However the Osprey, Cabanas and rank beach houses (E9, O5, O6 and GO/FO) are NO LONGER available and the dry camping area is closed. Public beach access will be limited to the area extending from the EB Training area to Star Fish Pavilion. The beach has seen significant shifts, resulting in the potential for sharp drop offs just off the shoreline. www.mccslejeune-newriver.com/beach
27 Sept - 1 Oct 18
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Just thought I'd advise all that, due to damage by hurricane Florence the Onslow Beach is CLOSED until further notice: months back we had reserved for the end of Sept, but got a call earlier this week that the campground has been closed & will remain so until further notice. :-(
June 2018
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
5 minute walk to Ocean (several lifeguards on beach) MCX near ocean Clean bathhouses Dog Park and Dog beach area Glacier water refill station at MCX Covered patio area at each campsite Helpful and friendly staff Clean campground Host campsite for after hours check in. One of the best if not best military campground we visit and we have been to a lot of them!
Mar 20, 2018
Overall rating
4.4
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
3.0
Amenities/Facilities
3.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Onslow Beach – Camp Lejeune NC $32 a day RV site with cable/electric/water/sewer/WiFi Pros: + Location- sites are located on the Intercostal Waterway with a 5 min walk to the Atlantic Ocean + MCX shop on site for all your shopping needs (only open thur-sun) + Bathroom key cards for access (keeps bathrooms cleaner) + Temperature controlled bathhouses + Cabins/beachfront villas available for rent (we did not explore them so no feedback avail) + Sites are grass with a covered picnic table attached to each site + Handicap shower stall available + Laundry - $2 for wash $1.50 for dry + Trails throughout the base for biking/running + Glacier water refill station on site + Fenced in dog park Cons: - We loved it but others may not: Live fire ranges can be heard in the distance as well as LZ/DZ nearby - Pretty far distance from things other than the beach (which can be really nice but also can consume a fair amount of gas if you plan to do activities away from camp) - Several long term residents so it can be difficult to get a spot at times, but totally worth the wait - Though there is WiFi the signal is weak, unless you are in the laundry room where it is housed We really enjoyed our stay at this campground. It's a great spot for someone who loves fishing, lounging on the beach, going for beach hikes or wanting to see/hear military training.
June 16-23 and July 7-14, 2017
Overall rating
5.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
5.0
Value
5.0
Overall Experience
5.0
We stayed at Onslow Beach on Camp Lejeune in one of the oceanfront cabanas. They are amazingly spacious studio units, with a comfortable king-sized bed, a kitchen at one end of the main room, and a separate bathroom with a shower. The unit comes supplied with linens, cooking and eating utensils, and an initial supply of toiletries and paper towels. The units we stayed in had a full kitchen with a small refrigerator and other large and small kitchen appliances, except a dishwasher, which we really didn't miss. Each unit also has a large deck overlooking the ocean. The only thing we missed was someplace to store our clothes, but we worked that out by placing our open suitcase on the bench at the foot of our bed. The resort has three life-guarded beach areas, plus roving lifeguards that walk and drive up and down the beach all day long from Memorial Day through Labor Day. In addition to the usual beach activities, we enjoyed shelling and finding sharks' teeth. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a minor problem (a sticking entry door), which they fixed immediately, even though it was late on a Sunday afternoon. There is also a mini-mart right at the beach in case you forgot something or feel like having some ice cream or another snack. We are looking forward to staying in a cabana unit at the other end of the beach in September and October. We've been told they have a larger refrigerator, but are otherwise identical to the cabanas we stayed in. Onslow Beach also has other lodging units that sleep up to 6 people, but since we are a retired couple, the cabanas are perfect for us. This facility is a fantastic value, so needless to say, all of the lodging units are in high demand and it is important to reserve a place as soon as reservations can be made. If we can reserve a lodging unit, we plan to make Onslow Beach a yearly destination. We also plan to stay in the RV area of the facility.
November 2016
Overall rating
4.0
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.0
Amenities/Facilities
3.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
4.0
We liked this campground because of its location. The Atlantic Coastal waterway and drawbridge is 100 yards in one direction and the Onslow Beach is the same distance in the other. Great location! The registration office staff are friendly and helpful and we had the pick of 1/2 dozen sites. They could be a little longer, but it was no real issue in our 40' motorhome. Another real plus is the NEX mini mart that is next door to the office. Don't think we have seen that anywhere but it is really nice to have that nearby. The wifi is poor so we were unable to connect. If you want a good signal, you have to go near the office to log on. The views and beach are great, the picnic shelters are a plus and this is a place that we will return to.
3-10 Aug 16
Overall rating
4.7
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
4.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
5.0
Another GREAT stay at Onslow campground! We hadn't stayed here since last October & noticed they've had some staff turnover in the office: the folks we dealt with were friendly & helpful. You REALLY need to be into "beach activities" in order to have a good time at the campground, since there really isn't a whole lot else to do there. The last evening of our stay the "OSPREYS" were flying low over the campground, so that was enjoyable. We spent an afternoon in Swansboro - thinking it might be an enjoyable time in a quaint little town - but left feeling a bit disappointed. The "Hibachi buffet" restaurant (located in the K-Mart plaza just off base) was very good & the fact we hit it on "Senior's Mondays" made it all the more enjoyable! :-) All in all, another good visit to Onslow campground: we'll be back in late September!!!
April 23-26 2016
Overall rating
4.2
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
4.0
Amenities/Facilities
4.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
4.0
Another great visit to Onslow Beach including shark teeth hunting and walking ad bike riding on the beach. Got to visit with grand nephew currently at school at Camp Johnson. Only about 10 RVs while we were there. We were moving up the coast and always stop here.
Very friendly at the office. We accidentally left remote part of thermometer at table shelter and they offered to mail it to us. It can be tight backing in if campground is full.
Very friendly at the office. We accidentally left remote part of thermometer at table shelter and they offered to mail it to us. It can be tight backing in if campground is full.
30 Sept - 3 Oct 15
Overall rating
4.2
Location
5.0
Cleanliness/Hospitality
5.0
Amenities/Facilities
3.0
Value
4.0
Overall Experience
4.0
Stayed in a 35' motor home. Had a GREAT time on the beach - even though the weather wasn't the best (rain). The cost is a bit high, but well worth it! The staff was very friendly and helpful.
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