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Hammocks Beach State Park Boat Ramp June 2014 - panoramio (1)📷 Mikeiamunion21, CC BY-SA 3.0

Hammocks Beach State Park

Swansboro, NC

Nature

A mainland visitor center with seasonal passenger ferries to Bear Island, an undeveloped barrier island with high dunes and primitive camping.

Nearest town
Swansboro, NC
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
34.6710, -77.1430

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and November. Hot in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Cedar Point CampgroundCampsite
    4 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Holiday Trav-L-Park ResortMotorhome stopover
    5 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Goose Creek RV ResortCampsite
    8 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park
    TentsCaravansWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Dogwood Family CampgroundCampsite
    15 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park · 52 pitches
    CaravansDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Oyster Point CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Flanners Beach/Neuse River CampgroundCampsite
    24 mi from Hammocks Beach State Park · 40 pitches
    TentsCaravansWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in North Carolina · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Hammocks Beach State Park?

Hammocks Beach State Park is in Swansboro, NC, at GPS 34.6710, -77.1430. It is about 11 mi from Emerald Isle.

Can you camp near Hammocks Beach State Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hammocks Beach RV Park, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 41 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

What is there to see near Hammocks Beach State Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Fort Macon State Park (26 mi), Tryon Palace (31 mi), Cape Lookout Lighthouse (35 mi) and Battleship North Carolina (55 mi).

When is the best time to visit Hammocks Beach State Park?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)