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PETERSBURG

Appling, Georgia · US Army Corps of Engineers

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About

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. 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.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. 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 register

Directions

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.

Location

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Details

State
Georgia
City / area
Appling
Agency
US Army Corps of Engineers
Parent area
J. Strom Thurmond Lake
Campsites
90
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$18–$50 / night
Rating
4.57 / 5 (1119 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer, Fifth Wheel, Pop up

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