Petersburg

Overview

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.

Operator

Army Corps of Engineers

Camping types

Tent

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

706-541-9464

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Petersburg, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Paleo TrailHike · 1.3 mi long · 6.7 mi from campShow on map
• FATS Trailhead NorthTrailhead · 9.1 mi from campShow on map
• Euchee Creek Greenway Patriots Park TrailheadTrailhead · 9.8 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Carey HillPeak · 394 ft · 8.7 mi from campShow on map
• Poverty HillPeak · 427 ft · 15.8 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Active Climbing AugustaClimbing · 14.3 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.