Wilmington, NC, is a city rooted in history and culture. The city sits on the beautiful Cape Fear River and is just off the North Carolina coast. From its downtown shops, cafes and entertainment venues to its short distance to the beaches, Wilmington is a great vacation destination. If you're planning a camping trip to the area, there are many sites from which to choose.
Geography
Wilmington, at about 200 square miles, is the largest city on the coast of North Carolina. With a river and the Atlantic Ocean nearby, the area is supported by tourism and industry. The historic riverfront area is a good place to shop, dine and enjoy the sites. With the neighboring beach towns of Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, you'll find everything the ocean has to offer. The climate is one of the main reasons people live and vacation in Wilmington. During the summer, the air is warm and humid, with average temperatures in the upper 80s. This is the perfect time of year for water activities. In the fall, the air is slightly cool, which makes it a great time to fish, shop or take in the scenery. By winter, it can get chilly, but the area's beauty remains. Visitors may, on occasion, even experience a slight snowfall in the area, with temperatures dipping into the 30s.
Private Campgrounds
With privately owned campgrounds nestled along the woodlands of Wilmington, you are sure to find the perfect spot for pitching a tent or pulling in an RV. Carolina Beach Family Campgrounds, at 9641 River Road in Wilmington, is within walking distance of the Intracoastal Waterway and about 10 minutes from Carolina Beach. The campground has a seasonal swimming pool, laundry facilities and hot showers and pets are welcome. Wilmington KOA campgrounds, at 7415 Market St. in Wilmington, is about five miles from Wrightsville Beach and within 10 minutes of downtown Wilmington. There are sites for tents, RVs or cabin rentals with free cable television. At Wilmington KOA, you can enjoy swimming in the seasonal pool, biking, fishing, sailing or kayaking.
Carolina Beach State Park
Carolina Beach State Park is on State Park Road in Carolina Beach, 20 minutes south of Wilmington. The park has 83 non-electric campsites. There are restrooms and shower facilities as well as free programs provided throughout the year. The park has a scenic natural habitat for hiking, fishing and boating and is just a few minutes from the shores of Carolina Beach.
Activities
During the summer, there is a beach music festival and fishing tournament at the beaches. You can also take part in the usual swimming, sandcastle building, fishing and surfing. Just a few miles south, you can experience marine life up close at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher in Kure Beach. In the beach and river areas surrounding Wilmington, you will also find horse-drawn carriage rides, boating, canoeing, golfing and much more.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to camp and visit the Wilmington beaches would be anytime between late spring and early autumn, when the temperatures are warm. To enjoy sunbathing, swimming and other water activities, plan your stay during the warmer months of the year.
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