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Operating Hours

Monday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Natures Trace Park Introduce

🌲 Welcome to Natures Trace Park: A Tranquil Eastern NC Retreat

For North Carolina residents seeking an authentic coastal living experience, a tranquil extended stay, or just a memorable weekend getaway, Natures Trace Park in Bayboro, NC, offers a truly exceptional environment. Nestled in Pamlico County, this isn't just a traditional campground; it's a dedicated RV and tiny home community designed to blend the peacefulness of nature with the convenience of top-tier amenities.

The park is perfectly situated for those who love the natural beauty of Eastern North Carolina, with its rich forests and surrounding waterways—a prime location for fishing, boating, and hunting enthusiasts. What sets Natures Trace Park apart is the noticeable sense of community and the commitment of the staff, which multiple long-term residents praise for creating the "best living experience" they've ever had. From the friendly owners to the dedicated on-site personnel, the focus is on making every guest and resident feel comfortable, happy, and truly at home.

Whether you're looking to park your RV, try out the tiny home lifestyle, or simply want a quiet, beautiful, and convenient base for exploring the coastal rivers and the nearby Crystal Coast, Natures Trace Park provides a secluded yet fully-equipped setting.

📍 Location and Accessibility in Coastal North Carolina

Natures Trace Park enjoys a secluded yet highly accessible location in the heart of Pamlico County, a region of North Carolina renowned for its maritime culture, beautiful rivers, and proximity to the Pamlico Sound.

Campground Address:
235 Lynchs Beach Rd, Bayboro, NC 28515, USA

Bayboro is a quaint, welcoming town that offers a relaxed coastal atmosphere. The park's location makes it an ideal central base for exploring the wider area:

  • It is approximately a 40-minute drive east of New Bern, a historic city offering shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
  • The charming sailing town of Oriental, NC (known as the Sailing Capital of North Carolina), is nearby, providing easy access to sailing and watersports events.
  • Crucially, the park is incredibly convenient for boaters and fishermen, located just a 5-minute drive from the Vandemere Waterfront Park & Boat Ramps on the Bay River. This public access point provides excellent entry to the Bay River and, ultimately, the Pamlico Sound, which is famous for its outstanding fishing.

The park's address is fully compatible with major shipping services, meaning both short-term guests and long-term residents can receive USPS, UPS, and FedEx deliveries directly on-site—a rare and highly convenient feature for an RV park and community.

🛠️ Comprehensive Services Offered

Natures Trace Park is focused on providing a comfortable, stress-free stay for all its guests, whether they are visiting for a few nights or planning a long-term relocation. The range of services and on-site facilities rivals many larger resorts while maintaining a peaceful, nature-filled environment.

  • Full Hookup RV Sites: Spacious RV lots with tree dividers for enhanced privacy, offering water, sewer, and electric (30/50 amp) service, including pump-out service.
  • Variety of Accommodation Rentals: Includes cozy tiny houses (praised for being spacious and fully furnished), A-Frame cabins, and unique waterfront apartments or cottages, all available for nightly, weekly, or monthly stays.
  • Modern Utility Facilities: Features a clean and well-maintained bathhouse with hot/cold showers and a 24/7 laundry room, eliminating the need to drive into town for basic chores.
  • On-Site General Store: A stocked store ensures you have immediate access to essentials, snacks, and supplies without leaving the park.
  • Mail and Delivery Services: The park accepts deliveries from USPS, UPS, and FedEx directly to the address, a significant perk for extended-stay guests.
  • Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi access is available, with options for paid, enhanced internet service for those requiring higher bandwidth.

⭐ Features and Highlights for the North Carolina Outdoors Enthusiast

The unique appeal of Natures Trace Park lies in its commitment to outdoor lifestyle combined with excellent infrastructure. It is designed to be a hub for adventure and relaxation in one of North Carolina’s most beautiful coastal regions.

  • Boater and Fisherman's Dream: The highly praised 5-minute drive to the Vandemere boat ramp provides immediate access to the rich fishing and boating waters of the Bay River and Pamlico Sound. This is an unparalleled convenience for anyone who owns a boat or enjoys water sports.
  • Dedicated Dog Park: An on-site dog park is a major highlight for pet owners, giving furry family members a secure and spacious area to exercise and play.
  • Community Outdoor Kitchen and Pavilion: Features an outdoor kitchen with grills and a large pavilion, creating a perfect space for community gatherings, cooking out, and socializing with neighbors.
  • Diverse Lodging Options: The availability of not only RV and tent sites but also comfortable tiny homes and cabins allows families without an RV to still experience the park's environment, offering much more space and comfort than a typical cabin rental.
  • Tranquil Natural Setting: The park's secluded nature, surrounded by water and forests, provides a peaceful environment, making it an excellent base for hunting trips, bird/wildlife watching, and stargazing.
  • Storage and Services: The park offers add-on services like outdoor boat and trailer storage, as well as an upcoming propane refill station (estimated availability November 2025), further enhancing convenience for long-term campers and residents.

📞 Contact Information

For reservations, information on monthly rates (which include water, electric, and sewer/pump-out service), or details on current cabin and tiny home availability, please contact the park management directly.

  • Park Office Phone: (252) 516-1107
  • Mobile/Alternate Phone: +1 252-516-1107
  • Physical Address: 235 Lynchs Beach Rd, Bayboro, NC 28515, USA

✨ What is Worth Choosing Natures Trace Park

For North Carolinians, choosing Natures Trace Park is a decision to prioritize community, convenience, and access to the best of coastal recreation.

It is worth choosing for its exceptional value for long-term stays. The inclusion of full hookups, water, electricity, and even Wi-Fi in their monthly RV and tiny home rates, combined with the availability of on-site laundry and store, dramatically simplifies the logistics and lowers the cost of extended living compared to other regional options.

The unbeatable location for boaters is the second major factor. A 5-minute drive to a well-maintained public boat ramp on a major coastal river is an amenity few RV parks in the region can match, making every fishing or boating outing effortless.

Finally, the factor most frequently highlighted by guests is the outstanding management and peaceful environment. The owners and staff are noted for their dedication to guest satisfaction and for fostering a truly welcoming community atmosphere. For a peaceful, secluded, and amenity-rich Eastern North Carolina experience, Natures Trace Park is the clear choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Services

Details

  • Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Offerings

  • RV camping
  • RV sewer hookup
  • RV water hookup
  • Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Public restroom
  • Public shower
  • Restroom
  • Running water
  • Payments

  • Camping fee
  • Checks
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Parking

  • On-site parking
  • Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Location

North CarolinaPamlico CountyBayboroLynchs Beach Road

Customer Reviews

4.0
39 reviews
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Cheryl Rey
Oct 09, 2025

I just spent a week at Nature's Trace in the A3 tiny house with my family and our dogs, and it was awesome! The tiny house was really spacious, way more room than I expected. One of the highlights was how close we were to the Vandemere boat ramp—just a quick 5-minute drive! This made it super convenient for our fishing and boating adventures. Plus, having a dog park on-site was a fantastic bonus for our furry friends to stretch their legs and play. I also loved that the campground has a store for essentials and a laundry room, so we didn’t have to go into town for anything. It’s great that you can use the address for USPS, UPS, and FedEx deliveries too! The area is beautiful, with water and forests all around. It’s the perfect spot for anyone who enjoys fishing, boating, or hunting. We had such a great time and will definitely be back!

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Edwin Black
Oct 09, 2025

My husband and I moved to Natures Trace in July and have had the best living experience by far that we have ever had. The peaceful environment and staff are just more then we could ask for. Cheryl and Logan (the owners of the park) are great people and go above and beyond to make everyone happy to the best of their ability. Celia is a fantastic woman and does whatever she can also to make your living experience most comfortable.

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Nathan Thomas
Jan 24, 2025

We had a great stay during a rare snow storm at the water front. The place was perfect for us as we were on a guided hunt nearby. The place was clean and the communication was as if we were family. Highly recommended. Planning to stay with them again in the future.

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gary sullivan
Apr 13, 2025

Before I start my review of Nature's Trace Campground let me first tell you how we ended up here. In 2016 we found a campground within a mile from where we are now and rented a seasonal site which we enjoyed immensely. We spend 6 months here visiting and spending time with our daughter, son in law and grandson, and then 6 months in New York to be with our other daughter, son in law and two granddaughters. We rented there from 2016 until December 2023. In 2021, unfortunately the owner passed away and the task of managing a campground was too much for his son. At the time we were paying $4k per year. In 2022, a new owner came in and the annual yearly rate rose from $4k to $4,400. We completely understand that prices go up and we accepted the rate without reservation. The following year the rate again rose from $4,400 to $4,840. In 2023, shortly after arriving for our seasonal stay the new owner asked what our plans were when our seasonal term was up to be renewed. We advised him we were planning on staying at which time he told us that the annual rate was increasing from $4,840 to $6,600 per year, and we would have to move it from where our spot was to a new less desirable lot. We were disgusted and wanted to leave and we found this gem of Nature’s Trace campground less than a mile away. The minute we drove through Nature’s Trace we knew this was the place. The lots are huge and cut into the trees and it is the true camping experience. We met with the owner John Logan and agreed on the site we wanted and he had his staff prepare the site. We were excited to hear from him his ideas about the future for Natures Trace and in just over 16 months of being here we have seen several of his ideas come to fruition. We have a camp store, a large garden for campers to share the bounty, an awesome tiki hut and gathering place, on site washers /dryers, restrooms and showers, tiny houses and A frame houses to rent, and a whole lot more. Monthly get togethers at the tiki hut for various occasions, Super Bowl watch party, St. Patrick's day celebration, and coming up next weekend an Easter celebration. Everyone brings a dish to pass, and the owners Logan and his new wife Cheryl provide the main course. The best however are the staff, John and Cheryl, Brian the campground maintenance manager and Celia the on site store manager. They all go above and beyond to make this place feel like one large family. We are seeing more and more people discover what Nature's Trace is all about and are moving in. Everyone here knows everyone and it is truly a large family. The plans they have in the works will be awesome in the future and will make Nature’s Trace even more awesome than it already is. The part that can't be overstated is the respect and genuine concern the owners and staff have for its residents. I emphatically suggest you give Nature's Trace a try you won't regret it.

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Amy Volpe
Dec 14, 2024

My parents stay there and the staff is amazing. Brian has been awesome helping getting my parents set up. The campground is clean, well kept and very quiet . The sites are big enough with some brush to add some privacy. Internet is available and fast. Great place to stay.

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