Petersburg
Petersburg Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, only four miles away from the Lake Thurmond Visitor Center and Dam and only 25 miles from Augusta, Georgia. Camping at Petersburg is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000 acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and bird watching, and so much more of course! Just outside the entrance the largest trailhead for the Bartram Trail which is a designated National Recreation Trail prime for hiking and mountain biking.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 82 |
| Standard, no hookups | 8 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
90 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | A | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 03 | A | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | Yes | |
| 04 | A | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 05 | A | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | |||
| 06 | A | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 07 | A | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 08 | A | Electric | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 09 | A | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 10 | A | Electric | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 11 | A | Electric | Pull-through | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 03, 15, 17, Grp are listed accessible |
Petersburg Campground has many facilities that every camper can enjoy! The gatehouse has friendly Gate Attendants and information about the campground and local area. There are four bathhouses spread throughout the campground that have flush toilets and showers. The boat ramp and courtesy dock are conveniently placed with circle drives. For the fishers who don't use the boat ramp, there is a large fishing pier to make land fishing easy. There is a playground on the first loop adjacent to one of the two swimming beaches, a first come first served/ reservable pavilion making it the perfect spot for birthday parties or any celebration, and to top it all off the bathhouse is only a short walk away. For campers of all ages, there is a shaded hiking and biking trail that winds through the campground showcasing the beautiful pine and hardwood trees. For camper convenience, there are two dump stations and dumpsters located in the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
3998 Petersburg Rd Appling, GA 30802. From I-20, take Exit 183 (Appling). Go north on HWY 221 approximately 6 miles. At the 4-way stop, go straight (HWY 221) another 2 miles. Campground road is on the left. Follow signs.
| Nearest town | Appling, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 33.6619° N, 82.2608° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Escape Outdoors ↗ | 14.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 14.8 mi |
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⛺ Petersburg Campground Review, Appling, GA // USACE Huge Lake Campsites
Worth a stop
Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking. There are many USACE managed day-use areas within six miles where registered campers may enter for free by displaying their campground hangtag pass. Within four miles, campers may visit the dam, Visitor Center, and various USACE trails. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas. The Augusta National Golf Club hosts the Masters Golf Tournament annually the first week of April.
- 1.4 miTradewinds Marina ↗Boat launch
- 5.1 miThurmond Marina ↗Boat launch
- 13.8 mi
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
Water/ Land: Petersburg Campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August.
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming. The Bartram Trail, a designated National Recreation Trail, hosts it's largest trailhead just outside the entrance to the campground. This trail winds around the campground and shares beautiful views of the lake. This trail is favored by mountain bikers and hikers as a convenient option to get out and experience nature. Hikers have access to many miles of trails in the immediate area. The 1.8-mile Lake Springs Loop and the 27-mile Bartram Trail, which meanders along the scenic shoreline and through Wildwood Park, are both nearby. Shorter sections can be hiked from several intersecting trailheads. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relive stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Petersburg?
Sites at Petersburg are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Petersburg?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Petersburg have?
94 sites, including 82 standard sites with power and 8 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Petersburg?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Petersburg have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Petersburg?
There are four bathhouses spread throughout the campground that have flush toilets and showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Petersburg?
Yes, pets are allowed at Petersburg. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Petersburg?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Petersburg?
Sites 03, 15, 17, and Grp are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Petersburg?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Petersburg?
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Petersburg?
Appling, Georgia. Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking.
Source: Getting there