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As the nation's largest federal provider of outdoor and water-based recreation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you and your family to have a safe and enjoyable visit to one of the Corps' more than 400 lakes and more than 2,400 recreation sites nationwide. During your visit to these sites or the thousands of other federal lands and waters, we encourage you and your loved ones to always wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating or playing on or near the water. We need your help to reduce the number of water-related injuries and deaths. Visitor safety is the Corps' number one priority. We actively promote water and boater safety and education programs. For more on these efforts and recreation opportunities, visit www.Corpslakes.us

PETERSBURG (GA), GA

Description

Nearest campground to Augusta, GA, Petersburg is the largest Corps of Engineers campground on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. Boasting 93 sites, most with water and 50-amp electrical service, this campground is open year round. Two swimming beaches, a fishing pier, a hiking trail, a pond, and a first-come-first-serve picnic shelter provide for plenty of recreation opportunities right in the campground. A boat ramp for campers gives access to the 70,000 surface acres of water of Thurmond Lake. Nearby Lake Springs Recreation Area offers group shelters, playgrounds, a three-lane launching ramp, and numerous beaches. Petersburg is 4 miles from the Thurmond Dam and Visitor Center.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Comfort Station
  • Dump Station
  • Fish Cleaning Station
  • Fishing Dock
  • Laundry
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Showers
  • Swimming - Beach
  • Telephone
  • Vault Toilet

Alerts and Important Information

Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. Campground gate closed at 10pm and opens at 7am. Maximum 4 vehicles per site. No alcohol. Visitor hours end at 9:30. Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 2pm. Late check-out may result in the charge of an additional night's camping fee. If you donot arrive within 24 hrs of checkin time and date you will be charged one night use fees plus $20.00.
Think Water Safety! Visitors are encouraged to wear life jackets at all times while on or around the water. Swimmers should use designated swim areas and never swim alone.

Getting There:

Petersburg (GA)
3998 PETERSBURG ROAD
Appling GA 30802

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
33.66194, -82.26083

From I-20, take exit 183 (Appling). Go north on Hwy 221 approximately 6 miles. At four-way stop go straight (Hwy 221) another 2 miles. Campground road is on left. Follow signs.

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Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (706)541-9464