WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Sleeping Where the Atlantic Breathes: Island Camping off Wrightsville Beach
Camp on uninhabited barrier islands around Wrightsville Beach—including Masonboro Island—with boat transportation, campsite setup, and provisions for groups up to six.
Sleeping Where the Atlantic Breathes: Island Camping off Wrightsville Beach.
Epic Excursions NC ferries small groups to uninhabited islands that fringe Wrightsville Beach so you can sleep in a bell tent on dunes and wide beaches without the logistics headaches—boat transport, tent set-up and firewood are provided.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dunes, Wide Beaches and Quiet Marshes
The islands around Wrightsville Beach—including Masonboro Island and spots near Mason's Inlet—offer broad beaches, sculpted dunes and surrounding marshes that create varied coastal terrain for paddling, surfing and shoreline exploration.
Boat-Only Arrival to Uninhabited Shores
These islands are accessible only by boat; Epic Excursions provides round-trip boat transportation so campers without private boats can reach these secluded sites between Mason's Inlet and Masonboro Island.
Hassle-Free Bell-Tent Camping for Up to Six
Your night includes a bell tent set up and broken down for your group, a lantern and a barrel of firewood; the large bell tent will hold up to six people comfortably on cots or sleeping bags.
What the day feels like
What the Night Feels Like
You arrive by boat to an uninhabited stretch of barrier island, step onto wide sand and dunes, and find a bell tent already set—lantern lit, a barrel of firewood staged—so the first hour is spent walking the shore rather than wrestling poles and stakes.
THE LANDSCAPE
Dunes, Wide Beaches and Quiet Marshes
The islands around Wrightsville Beach—including Masonboro Island and spots near Mason's Inlet—offer broad beaches, sculpted dunes and surrounding marshes that create varied coastal terrain for paddling, surfing and shoreline exploration.
THE ACCESS
Boat-Only Arrival to Uninhabited Shores
These islands are accessible only by boat; Epic Excursions provides round-trip boat transportation so campers without private boats can reach these secluded sites between Mason's Inlet and Masonboro Island.
THE CAMP
Hassle-Free Bell-Tent Camping for Up to Six
Your night includes a bell tent set up and broken down for your group, a lantern and a barrel of firewood; the large bell tent will hold up to six people comfortably on cots or sleeping bags.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boat transportation to and from Masonboro Island, bell tent set up and break down, lantern and a barrel of firewood are provided for your group (up to six people).
The bell tent can hold six people comfortably on cots or sleeping bags; bring your own cots or sleeping bags as appropriate.
Bookings accommodate up to six people per bell tent—plan around the six-person capacity.
A lantern and a barrel of firewood are included; tent setup and breakdown are handled by the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can camp in the bell tent?
The bell tent can hold up to six people comfortably on cots or sleeping bags.
Is boat transportation provided?
Yes—boat transportation to and from Masonboro Island is included.
What does the operator provide at the campsite?
The operator provides bell tent setup and breakdown, a lantern and a barrel of firewood.
Are the islands inhabited?
The islands used for this experience are uninhabited.
Can I camp on Masonboro Island?
Yes—Masonboro Island is one of the destinations offered for this island camping experience.