Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Petros, Tennessee, United States

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Springfield

Hartwell, GA · 146.1 mi from Petros

4.6 (2569 reviews)

Springfield Campground is a popular 60-acre camping destination in Hartwell, featuring primarily Virginia pines and mixed hardwoods. It offers 79 public campsites with full hookups, multiple comfort stations, a boat ramp, a designated swim area, a...

  • RV sites: 78
  • Tent sites: 78
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.

Salt Lick, KY · 146.3 mi from Petros

4.1 (726 reviews)

Zilpo is a family-friendly campground on Cave Run Lake, featuring cabin rentals, tent camping, RV sites with electric hookups, and lakefront options. Visitors can enjoy the sandy beach and scenic views of the lake. Nearby, Tater Knob fire tower pr...

  • RV sites: 141
  • Tent sites: 150
  • Showers
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Twin Knobs Campground

Morehead, KY · 147.2 mi from Petros

4.4 (777 reviews)

Twin Knobs Campground is located by Cave Run Lake within the Twin Knobs Recreation Area, featuring over 200 camping sites across 10 loops in a forest of mixed trees. The area offers two reservable group picnic spots and options for group camping.

  • RV sites: 190
  • Tent sites: 194
  • Potable Water
  • Dump station on site
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Boat Gunnel Group Campground

Morehead, KY · 147.8 mi from Petros

4.9 (16 reviews)

Boat Gunnel Group Campground is situated in the scenic Daniel Boone National Forest at Cave Run Lake, which offers diverse outdoor recreation and is known for its record Muskie. The 8,270-acre lake is managed by both the U.S. Army Corps of Enginee...

  • RV sites: 1
  • Tent sites: 1
  • Parking
  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Dewey Lake Shelter

Van Lear, KY · 148.1 mi from Petros

4.1 (29 reviews)

Dewey Lake Shelters provide a day-use area along the shores of Dewey Lake in eastern Kentucky, near the Appalachian Mountains. The site features a tranquil, forested environment ideal for outdoor activities. It accommodates groups of up to 150 gue...

  • Potable Water
  • Playground
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Fishtrap Lake Shelters

Shelbiana, KY · 148.4 mi from Petros

2.4 (14 reviews)

Fishtrap Lake, set amidst mountains and forests, is ideal for boating, fishing, and hiking. The man-made lake was designed to manage flooding in the Ohio and Big Sandy Rivers. Visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, including water spo...

  • Pet friendly

Explore Petros, TN

Population: 352

Nearby city: Knoxville, TN

Approx. 31 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,355 ft

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Explore Petros, TN

Population: 352

Nearby city: Knoxville, TN

Approx. 31 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,355 ft

About Petros, Tennessee

Petros, Tennessee sits in the Cumberland Mountains with access to Frozen Head State Park, the Obed Wild and Scenic River, and Catoosa Wildlife Management Area. Campers come for shaded valleys, clear creeks, rugged ridgelines, and quiet forest roads, with hiking, paddling, and scenic overlooks close by. It is a practical base for camping near Frozen Head or exploring the broader Cumberland Plateau.

Near Petros you will find campgrounds and RV parks, tent camping, cozy cabins, and glamping stays. Browse 582 options with average nightly rate around $43, and stays from $2 to $328. Expect a mix of RV-friendly sites, primitive tent spots, and simple cabins tucked in the woods. Many places are open spring through fall, with fewer options in winter, so check availability and seasonal access before you go. This area works well for weekend getaways or longer outdoor stays when you want camping near Frozen Head and the Obed.

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