Camping Aboard MCB Camp Lejeune
Do you get tired of the traffic and noise and just want to enjoy some quiet time relaxing? Life can be very stressful at times and maybe all you need is some time in the great outdoors to set yourself back on the right track. If you are looking for a place to get away from it all without leaving the immediate area then try one of our Recreational Areas for some time alone with nature.
Brewster Recreation Area
Brewster is our largest camping area located on Brewster Blvd between the Hospital and the Golf Course and surrounded by Wallace Creek. There are 14 campsites, 1 group site, an Outdoor Education Center, parade ground, a Canoe and Kayak launch site, plus several hiking trails. Each site has a small Pavilion and a table and select sites have built-in cooking grills. The area is available all year round for individual or group usage for day, night or weekend events. From dawn to dusk there is access to the parade ground, recreation areas, canoe and kayak launch, hiking trails and Outdoor Education Center. Reservations can be made for usage of these areas by calling the Outdoor Recreation Office. There is a fee for camping, a minimum of $12.00, and reservations must be made in advance.
Oak Grove Recreation Area
Oak Grove is our remote recreation area located at the Oak Grove Outlying Airfield in Pollocksville right next to the Trent River. There are 4 sites complete with a pavilion, table and grill. There is also a boat ramp available. There is a fee for camping, a minimum of $12.00, and reservations must be made at least one week in advance. Hunting is allowed at Oak Grove. For more information please visit www.lejeune.usmc.mil/gwarden/
Onslow Beach
Onslow Beach also offers tent and RV camping sites. Please visit the Onslow Beach Web Page for more information.
Please use this link to access the Recreation Area Rules and Regulations. (insert here) Print the last 3 pages, the Application and Liability forms, fill them in and bring them by or FAX them to our office.
Principles of Leave No Trace
- Plan ahead and prepare
- Travel and camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impact
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
For more information about these principles or the leave no trace program visit the following website http://www.Int.org/programs/Int7/index.html
Map of Brewster
Map of Oak Grove.
Fishing
A Salt Water License requirement took effect in January of 2007. Please visit the Division of Marine Fisheries at www.ncfisheries.net/recreational/NCCRFL.htm for complete and current information. Further information about fishing regulations may be obtained from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission at www.ncwildlife.org North Carolina Fishing Licenses may be purchase at the Hadnot Point Exchange, the Onslow Beach Exchange or the Game Warden’s Office.
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune offers a variety of fishing opportunities for the hobbyist angler. Ocean front, inlet and fresh water areas are available for fishing. Information concerning these areas can be obtained from either the Gottschalk Marina at 451-8307, the Courthouse Bay Marina at 450-7386 or the Base Game Warden at 451-2196. Base fishing permits may be required for certain areas and types of fishing. Please visit the Camp Lejeune Game Warden’s website at www.lejeune.usmc.mil/gwarden/fishing.html for complete and current information.
Listed below are the 13 managed ponds aboard Camp Lejeune. Fishing is authorized in these ponds with a MCB Fishing Permit. If you wish to learn more about the Environmental Management Division’s work with these ponds and how it impacts the natural environment please visit them at www.lejeune.usmc.mil/emd/index.htm
POND NAME |
ACREAGE |
SPECIES* |
Cedar Point Pond |
2.0 |
BL,BA |
Courthouse Bay Pond |
2.0 |
BL,BA |
Henderson Pond |
14.0 |
BL,BA |
Hickory Pond |
5.5 |
BL,BA |
Hogpen Pond |
1.0 |
C |
Mile Hammock Bay Pond |
1.5 |
BL,BA |
Oak Pond |
.5 |
C |
Orde Pond |
3.0 |
BL,BA |
Power Line Pond |
2.0 |
BL,BA |
Prince Pond |
1.0 |
C |
Ward Pond |
1.5 |
BL,BA |
Old Landfill Pond |
17.5 |
BA,C |
New River Pond |
1.5 |
BL,BA |
It is everyone's responsibility to ensure that Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune’s Natural Resources remain in good order for the next recreational fisherman to enjoy.
Always pick-up litter and deposit it in an approved trash receptacle.
Never spade or dig bait along shoreline that can lead to soil erosion.
Only use rowboats, canoes, or boats powered by electric trolling motors within the Base Ponds, to decrease the effect of pollution in the fresh water Base ponds.
A full line of fishing equipment is available for purchase from the Hadnot Point Exchange Annex (full variety), New River Exchange, Onslow Beach Exchange, Camp Johnson Exchange, and the Gottschalk or Courthouse Bay Marinas.
Deep Sea Fishing
Don’t let the boat leave you behind...
DEEP SEA FISHING
Saturday, 10 May - 0600-1500
(Depart from Commissary Parking Lot 0400 to Morehead City, NC. Boat leaves shore 0600, returning at 1700, arriving back to the base 1900.
Lunch will be provided. Bring a cooler for fish caught.)
$80 includes everything you need to fish.
Register at any SMP Recreation Center no later than Friday, 18 April
Info: 910-451-1440/0084
For SMP Only
Weekend Backyard Campout
A WEEKEND BACKYARD CAMPOUT
What better way to enjoy family and friends than in the outdoors!
Brewster Recreation Area
13-15 June - $6 per person ($20 Family of 4 or more).
Check in on Friday 1700-2000
Check out Sunday 0800-1100
Register no later than 6 June
ACTIVITIES:
Let the fun begin with Kayaking or Canoeing while you learn important tips about water safety.
Let’s continue with Hiking. Learn the rules of hiking and find out where the hiking trails are on base.
While visiting the wilderness, learn to “Leave No Trace.”
Children Activities: Set up for children ages 5-10. They will learn tips about the outdoors and what they can do to have a fun filled weekend!
Information: 910-451-1440
Hiking
Free Guided Tours of our best Hiking Trails!
Great opportunity for enthusiastic hikers to check the trails at
Brewster Recreation Area Main Field
Wed, 21 May - 1730
Register no later than 20 May
Wed, 11 Jun - 1730
Register no later than 10 Jun
Wed, 25 Jun - 1730
Register no later than 24 Jun
Bring water and proper clothing.
CALL 910-451-1440
TO RESERVE A SPOT!
Other Activites:
McIntyre Skeet Range
Bldg PT 30
Parachute Tower Road
Manager: Mike Singhas
Hours:
Thu - Sun 0830 - 1800
Mon (Holidays) 0830 - 1800
5 Skeet Fields & 2 Trap Fields
Facility Fees:
Weapon Rental - $3.00 per gun
Ammo Prices - $4.65 and up
Round of Skeet - $3.50
Round of Trap - $3.50
Gottschalk Marina's
Team Bass Fishing Tournaments
