OutReserve

Petersburg

Gatehouse
BOAT RAMP
Site 48
Site 25
GATEHOUSE

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Showers

About 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.

Number of accommodations: 90

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Currently open - Mar 27 to Sep 13

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

90 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 41, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 56, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 65, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 66, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 67, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 69, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 70, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 72, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 73, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 74, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 78, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 79, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 80, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 81, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 82, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 83, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 84, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 85, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 86, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 87, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 88, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 89, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 90, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 91, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 93, Loop: C
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (619)

What Guests Are Saying

Petersburg Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained site with spacious, clean campsites and friendly staff, making it a peaceful place to enjoy nature. Many visitors appreciate the gorgeous scenery, access to the lake, and the opportunity to see wildlife like armadillos and woodpeckers. Although there are some lingering effects from Hurricane Helene, including tree damage and a need for improvements in certain facilities, overall feedback suggests a positive camping experience.

Review Summary

4.6
619 reviews
5
72.7%
450
4
17.3%
107
3
6.1%
38
2
2.3%
14
1
1.6%
10

Keith B

Verified

August 29, 2022 Stayed at: 03, Loop: A

4

Power was out for 6 hours and the temp was 90 degrees. Came back on 12:30AM. Was told power outage was becoming common at Petersburg.

Jaye B

Verified

August 28, 2022 Stayed at: 31, Loop: B

5

The campground is wonderful! Hilly bit not so hilly you can not ride a pedal bike. Our site was close to the bath house, however there were some sites that were far away, choose wisely if you use the bath house regularly. There were walking trails as well. Our site was spacious. The sites are far apart and somewhat private.

Toni C

Verified

August 24, 2022 Stayed at: 14, Loop: A

5

Our favorite campground in the nation!

Lawrence H

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 49, Loop: B

5

Location is breath-taking; we were at site B049, right on the lake. Access was easy with a 35' TT. Only regret is we were only here for one night between destinations - could've spent a week just looking at the lake.

Renae D

Verified

August 21, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: B

5

Loved staying here! By far the best campsite I’ve been to!! Nice camping areas not right on top of each other and quiet at night! Can’t wait to be back!

William W

Verified

August 14, 2022 Stayed at: 42, Loop: B

5

Great campground....

james s

Verified

August 12, 2022 Stayed at: 82, Loop: C

4

The only complaint I have is the bathroom by us was buggy. Otherwise the campsite was very nice and clean

Calvin W

Verified

August 12, 2022 Stayed at: 61, Loop: C

5

We finally got to camp at Petersburg Campground. We will be staying longer the next trip. The campground was well maintained, and shopping was nearby.

Jane W

Verified

August 12, 2022 Stayed at: 52, Loop: B

5

Had a great time and on a great site

Dale W

Verified

August 8, 2022 Stayed at: 04, Loop: A

5

Beautifully maintained sites. Most are well spaced and level with good privacy.

Location Petersburg

Address:
3998 Petersburg Road
Appling, GA, 30802
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via GA-221 approximately 6 miles to the east, which connects to US-278 about 10 miles away. I-20 is located roughly 20 miles to the south, providing further regional access.

Latitude & Longitude: 33.6619 / -82.2608

Elevation: 110 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

1PM

General

  • Gates open at 7:00am and close at 10:00pm.  Combination lock codes will be issued to registered campers at check-in. If you need to leave due to an emergency and have trouble opening the gate, please notify the on-duty camp host.Gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Gate are locked during these hours but a gate combination is issued to campers. In case of an emergency dial 911.
  • No more than 12 campers allowed per site, and 4 vehicles per site if space allows. If vehicles do not fit, vehicles must be parked at the overflow lot.
  • One wheeled camping unit (RV, Camper, Camper van/truck, etc) per single site and must be parked on impact pad. Tents are restricted to impact pad.
  • Scooters, UTVs, and ATVs are prohibited; however, golf carts are allowed per campground rules. See Park Attendant at the campground gatehouse for more information.
  • Maximum stay is 14-days within 30 day period. Changing names on a reservation, changing campsites, or making multiple reservations in order to stay over 14-days is prohibited and applicable across USACE campgrounds. Violaters may have reservations cancelled.
  • Alcohol, fireworks, and firearms is prohibited
  • Keep your campsite and campground clean. Keep your trash contained and frequently remove trash from campsite (dumpsters located within campground). Do not leave litter in fire ring or on campsite upon check out.
  • Gray water (any wastewater from sinks, dishwashing, bathing, etc) or other waste water such as black water must be disposed of properly at campground dump station.
  • All pets must be penned, caged, or on a leash no longer than 6 feet; pets are prohibited on swim beaches, playgrounds, and in restrooms. You MUST clean up after your pet!
  • All shorelines adjacent to campsites are public property.
  • There are alligators in the fishing pond at this campground. Please do not feed or interact with the alligators if you see them. 
  • For current lake conditions, call 1-800-533-3478 ext. 1147.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • For a complete set of rules and regulations concerning, please refer to Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327 - Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Corps of Engineers Water Resources Development Projects.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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