97% (2.1K) • 189 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg
Cabin and Tent Camping On The River
1. Cabin and Tent Camping On The River
100%
(50)
46mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents
Pack your essentials and escape to the Little Miami River Valley's best kept secret. Our off-grid cabin and tent campsite is situated on 14 acres along the National and Scenic Little Miami River. The cabin is included in the site rental, offering the flexibility to bring your own mattress/bedding or have it provided as an add-on.
Once here, you'll park near the farmhouse and take a 4 minute hike over the creek, through the meadow, and into the woods. *Driving to the site is an option if you have 4WD and the ground is not too wet. Exceptions for 2WD can be made if the weather forecast and ground conditions permit.
As you approach the cabin and campsite, the trail opens up to an acre of green space shaded by large Sycamore, Walnut, and other native trees. Take a dip in the river, enjoy people watching as canoeist pass, or take part with a canoe or kayak rental from a nearby business (within 3 miles). The Little Miami Trail is also less than a mile down the road so bring your bike! The composting outhouse is serviced between each stay, meaning it's emptied, sanitized, and like new for each new guest. *Depending on your group size, the host may need to service/empty the outhouse once daily. There are two established campfire locations and a picnic table is provided.
*This is a family residence. The hosts live onsite and although you will not see them from your site, you will likely hear kids/adults playing outside and possibly weekend tasks such as mowing/weed eating/etc. Other "noise pollution" may come from canoeists passing by or the gun/ATV riding club which is a 1/4 mile down the river. That said, overall it remains rather quiet and you should find your stay peaceful : )
Add-ons include:
- Mattress/mattress protector/fitted sheet ($30)
- Mattress with full bedding (+flat sheet/comforter/pillows) ($50)
- Small table top propane grill ($15)
- Tent rental/setup ($30)
- Firewood ($10/bundle) (roughly 10 pieces/bundle)
- Life jacket ($5/each)
- River tube and 1 life jacket ($15)
- Hybrid stand-up paddle board/kayak and 1 life jacket ($20)
- Canoe with paddles and 2 life jackets ($20)
- Mountain bike ($20)
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from
$125
/ night
The Cabin at 114 Main Street
2. The Cabin at 114 Main Street
49mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Lodging
Experience Augusta KY! Charming Guest Quarters in a 1700's Log Cabin. Enjoy Antiquing, Tours, Sunsets, Eateries & Winery!
1 Block from the Ohio River. Convenient to The Pub, Beehive Tavern, General Store, & Carota's Pizza
Great Stop on The B-Line Bourbon Trail
Pet Friendly!
Motorcycle-Friendly Parking on Patio
*Hot Tub & Fire Pit free of charge. Not included in refunds.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$168
/ night
Primitive Camping Retreat
3. Primitive Camping Retreat
100%
(1)
33mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · Tents
Mawhe Acres Camping Retreat has two primitive camp sites just inside the tree line of an open field, each with a 16' x 16' crushed limestone pad for tents. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and access to a compost toilet (in outhouse). There is no potable water or electric. However, for a nominal fee, we can provide a water hose to the campsite.
There's easy access with the ability to drive through the field to the campsite or guests can walk in with their gear from driveway.
We're fine with car camping too - we just want to keep things as natural as possible.
Mawhe Acres - a 25 acre farm, much of which is raw land and woods in their natural state, undeveloped and not farmed for decades - is an official National Wildlife Federation® (NWF) Certified Wildlife Habitat™ site. NWF recognizes our commitment to sustainably providing the essentials of wildlife habitat - natural sources of food, water, cover and places to raise young.
The abundant wildlife around includes deer, squirrels, red foxes, turkeys, chipmunks, groundhogs, raccoons, opossums, woodpeckers, owls, and birds of prey (mostly red-tailed hawks and vultures).
We have a small lake with good fishing and acres of woods to explore. There are some footpaths for easier walking.
We want to share our beautiful land for our guests to enjoy taking in the sights and sounds of the forest which can help you relax. In fact, it’s possible that time in the great outdoors can boost both your mental and physical health. For example, the science on "forest bathing" (also called "forest therapy") makes a convincing argument that spending time communing with nature can improve stress, anxiety and depression.
For those who want a little action, we sit behind a new football facility where you may be able to catch a game or two if you're interested. Find the schedule here: https://www.maxpreps.com/ky/falmouth/pendleton-county-wildcats/football/schedule/
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
from
$26
/ night
Ateena
4. Ateena
16mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Tent
Its private snd only starting out with 2 sites to start . In process of doing some nice additions to the spit . Off grid promitive tent sites right in the middle of eveything . In shade by a creek. Pet friendly fire pit peaceful bliss
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$110
/ night
Deer Lake Trails
5. Deer Lake Trails
15mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Lodging
Enjoy 42 acres of woods and grasslands filled with abundant wildlife and scenic hiking trails. The property features a 2-acre swimming and fishing lake with kayaks, paddleboards, a fire pit, grill, and provided firewood. Fishing poles are available for guest use.
We’re just 15 minutes from Belterra Casino and 20 minutes from Rising Star Casino — both offering championship golf, gaming, and fine dining. The Ark Encounter is only 50 minutes away, and the Creation Museum is 40 minutes away.
The RV sleeps 4 adults and 4 children and is parked in a private, shaded area beneath the trees. In season, you’ll find vibrant flower gardens filled with butterflies, and you’re welcome to pick your own bouquet. Secluded yet close to everything!
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash to prevent chasing wildlife. A 2-night minimum stay is required.
We also offer overnight parking for motorhomes or RVs for just $20 per night — perfect for travelers passing through. Please note that a generator is necessary for overnight stays.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$75
/ night
97% (2.1K) • 189 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg
Cabin and Tent Camping On The River
1. Cabin and Tent Camping On The River
100%
(50)
46mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents
Pack your essentials and escape to the Little Miami River Valley's best kept secret. Our off-grid cabin and tent campsite is situated on 14 acres along the National and Scenic Little Miami River. The cabin is included in the site rental, offering the flexibility to bring your own mattress/bedding or have it provided as an add-on.
Once here, you'll park near the farmhouse and take a 4 minute hike over the creek, through the meadow, and into the woods. *Driving to the site is an option if you have 4WD and the ground is not too wet. Exceptions for 2WD can be made if the weather forecast and ground conditions permit.
As you approach the cabin and campsite, the trail opens up to an acre of green space shaded by large Sycamore, Walnut, and other native trees. Take a dip in the river, enjoy people watching as canoeist pass, or take part with a canoe or kayak rental from a nearby business (within 3 miles). The Little Miami Trail is also less than a mile down the road so bring your bike! The composting outhouse is serviced between each stay, meaning it's emptied, sanitized, and like new for each new guest. *Depending on your group size, the host may need to service/empty the outhouse once daily. There are two established campfire locations and a picnic table is provided.
*This is a family residence. The hosts live onsite and although you will not see them from your site, you will likely hear kids/adults playing outside and possibly weekend tasks such as mowing/weed eating/etc. Other "noise pollution" may come from canoeists passing by or the gun/ATV riding club which is a 1/4 mile down the river. That said, overall it remains rather quiet and you should find your stay peaceful : )
Add-ons include:
- Mattress/mattress protector/fitted sheet ($30)
- Mattress with full bedding (+flat sheet/comforter/pillows) ($50)
- Small table top propane grill ($15)
- Tent rental/setup ($30)
- Firewood ($10/bundle) (roughly 10 pieces/bundle)
- Life jacket ($5/each)
- River tube and 1 life jacket ($15)
- Hybrid stand-up paddle board/kayak and 1 life jacket ($20)
- Canoe with paddles and 2 life jackets ($20)
- Mountain bike ($20)
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
from
$125
/ night
The Cabin at 114 Main Street
2. The Cabin at 114 Main Street
49mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Lodging
Experience Augusta KY! Charming Guest Quarters in a 1700's Log Cabin. Enjoy Antiquing, Tours, Sunsets, Eateries & Winery!
1 Block from the Ohio River. Convenient to The Pub, Beehive Tavern, General Store, & Carota's Pizza
Great Stop on The B-Line Bourbon Trail
Pet Friendly!
Motorcycle-Friendly Parking on Patio
*Hot Tub & Fire Pit free of charge. Not included in refunds.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$168
/ night
Primitive Camping Retreat
3. Primitive Camping Retreat
100%
(1)
33mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · Tents
Mawhe Acres Camping Retreat has two primitive camp sites just inside the tree line of an open field, each with a 16' x 16' crushed limestone pad for tents. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and access to a compost toilet (in outhouse). There is no potable water or electric. However, for a nominal fee, we can provide a water hose to the campsite.
There's easy access with the ability to drive through the field to the campsite or guests can walk in with their gear from driveway.
We're fine with car camping too - we just want to keep things as natural as possible.
Mawhe Acres - a 25 acre farm, much of which is raw land and woods in their natural state, undeveloped and not farmed for decades - is an official National Wildlife Federation® (NWF) Certified Wildlife Habitat™ site. NWF recognizes our commitment to sustainably providing the essentials of wildlife habitat - natural sources of food, water, cover and places to raise young.
The abundant wildlife around includes deer, squirrels, red foxes, turkeys, chipmunks, groundhogs, raccoons, opossums, woodpeckers, owls, and birds of prey (mostly red-tailed hawks and vultures).
We have a small lake with good fishing and acres of woods to explore. There are some footpaths for easier walking.
We want to share our beautiful land for our guests to enjoy taking in the sights and sounds of the forest which can help you relax. In fact, it’s possible that time in the great outdoors can boost both your mental and physical health. For example, the science on "forest bathing" (also called "forest therapy") makes a convincing argument that spending time communing with nature can improve stress, anxiety and depression.
For those who want a little action, we sit behind a new football facility where you may be able to catch a game or two if you're interested. Find the schedule here: https://www.maxpreps.com/ky/falmouth/pendleton-county-wildcats/football/schedule/
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
from
$26
/ night
Ateena
4. Ateena
16mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Tent
Its private snd only starting out with 2 sites to start . In process of doing some nice additions to the spit . Off grid promitive tent sites right in the middle of eveything . In shade by a creek. Pet friendly fire pit peaceful bliss
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$110
/ night
Deer Lake Trails
5. Deer Lake Trails
15mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Lodging
Enjoy 42 acres of woods and grasslands filled with abundant wildlife and scenic hiking trails. The property features a 2-acre swimming and fishing lake with kayaks, paddleboards, a fire pit, grill, and provided firewood. Fishing poles are available for guest use.
We’re just 15 minutes from Belterra Casino and 20 minutes from Rising Star Casino — both offering championship golf, gaming, and fine dining. The Ark Encounter is only 50 minutes away, and the Creation Museum is 40 minutes away.
The RV sleeps 4 adults and 4 children and is parked in a private, shaded area beneath the trees. In season, you’ll find vibrant flower gardens filled with butterflies, and you’re welcome to pick your own bouquet. Secluded yet close to everything!
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash to prevent chasing wildlife. A 2-night minimum stay is required.
We also offer overnight parking for motorhomes or RVs for just $20 per night — perfect for travelers passing through. Please note that a generator is necessary for overnight stays.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$75
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Zack
November 2025
Tent
Hunter's property is fantastic. It's private, it's along the Little Miami River, and it has tree coverage if camping during the summer. Hunter also took great care of us while we were staying for an extended weekend. 5 stars from our entire group. We will be back!
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Kevin
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Fantastic location right on the river. Lots of privacy with no contact with others besides the host. The property is wooded with a hill behind you, and heavy forest left and right. The little Miami river is the other border. Plenty of space to park a couple vehicles, although you will want some room to turn around to get out.
We setup a large 6-person tent near the river's edge. Two picnic tables are setup nearby, with a metal fire pit. The host has a huge pile of chopped wood for sale if you need more on demand. There is a very basic cabin also in the camping area that gives a bit of shelter if you want to camp but also have a normal bed, or camp with a backup plan if it starts raining.
The outhouse was a really nice touch. Many camping locations needing a #2 option can get tricky, this handles all the stuff right there. Overall really happy how it all turned out. Fantastic spot that we will return to again.
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Erica
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Our family had a great time camping. It was secluded and private and right by the river. The host was very friendly and welcoming. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
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Sarah
October 2025
Tent
With kids
I loves camping here with our friends! Definitely one of the best locations and setup we have had! The outhouse and cabin were so clean! The owner gave us very specific instructions to get to the site and even called to make sure I found it okay! The site was great for families with lots to explore! We can't wait to come back again! 10/10!!
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Chase
October 2025
Tent
My fiancé and I wanted to get out of the city for a relaxing camping trip, and this spot was perfect. This was my second visit, and once again, it didn’t disappoint. The site is nicely secluded — we had plenty of space and privacy, well away from the owner’s area — and it’s spacious enough to host a group. It’s also pet-friendly, which was great for our puppy.
The outhouse and cabin are exceptionally clean and well-maintained, which really adds to the experience. There’s convenient water access throughout the site, several fire pits, and multiple picnic tables. Firewood was available on a burn-as-you-buy basis, easily payable through Venmo, which was super convenient.
The host was quick to respond when a kitten wandered into our campsite late at night — turns out it was their new camp cat! During the night, we could hear what sounded like coyotes or farm dogs across the water, but we still felt completely safe.
Because of the great water access, some areas can get a bit muddy, but that’s to be expected with such a natural setting. Overall, we loved our stay and plan to return many more times.
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Lucas
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a great time, it was a quiet and peaceful site with lots of space. Will definitely be going back
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Lauren
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a wonderful time. Beautiful country. We baptized two of our children in the river and had great conversations around the campfire
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Lauren
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We had an amazing trip the property was beautiful 🤩. Host was fantastic! We baptized two of our older children in the river and had some amazing conversations around the campfire
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Meg
September 2025
Tent
With pets
An ideal, very private and beautiful camping spot! We loved our weekend in the woods at this hipcamp and highly recommend. Hunter was very helpful and responsive, and even lent us pillows when we realized we forgot to pack them for our tent camping. We can’t wait to come back!
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Lindsey
September 2025
Tent
With pets
We have been going on an annual friends camp trip for the past 5 years, and every year pick a new site. This has been the best one yet! It has everything you need! Water, TONS of camp space, cabin and excellent hosts! Hunter went above and beyond & we almost felt like we were glamping ;) The outhouse is nicer than many of the public restrooms I've used!
Easy location, great site. Definitely recommend!
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Tamara
August 2025
Tent
Amazing place!!! Hunter has an amazing set up!! Great community on before and during our Stay. Great job Hunter!!!
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Billy
August 2025
Tent
Awesome site to camp and enjoy the river. The host went above and beyond by including extra supplies including a powerbank, fan, and board games. The cabin and outhouse were very clean and comfortable. The shade in the area helped keep it comfortable in the hot temps and kept the cabin cool for sleeping. I definitely recommend staying here
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Claire
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I’m hesitant to give a raving review only because I’d love to keep this gem a secret. But it is perfect! Our 4 kids (ages 5-13) had a blast tubing through the small rapids a little down river from our spot. The campsite, outhouse and cabin were clean and lacked nothing we needed. We loved the shade and the view of the river. Will be back! And with friends!
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Ashley
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Such a perfect place to camp! It’s a beautiful spot and Hunter is a great host!
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Betty
July 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a great time, the site is spectacular! Hunter is a great host and we will be back again!
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Alexis
July 2025
Tent
This was our first time using Hipcamp and we feel so lucky to find Hunter’s campsite/cabin. Hunter was very helpful, welcoming and hospitable. The property is a dream right on the river, very private and secluded. Our dogs had the best weekend of their lives, the river was swimable and great to cool off in, everything was extremely clean and just as described on the Hipcamp listing. There were butterflies all over - we saw deer and a snake, it was very natural and a true escape from regular life. We will absolutely be back! Thank you Hunter!!
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Julie
July 2025
Tent
I absolutely recommend Hunter’s place. Everything about our many stays have been top notch.
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Lisa
July 2025
Tent
5 Stars – A Dream Camp Spot!
This is hands down the best camping location I’ve ever experienced. The site is perfectly situated right on the Little Miami River, offering easy water access and a peaceful, secluded setting that truly feels like an escape from it all.
The little cabin was spacious, clean, and incredibly accommodating—far exceeded my expectations for comfort in a rustic setting. One of the biggest surprises was the outhouse, which was a huge positive—well-maintained and thoughtfully set up.
It’s quiet, serene, and everything you could want in a riverside camping getaway. Hunter, the host, was exceptional—kind, helpful, and communicated thoroughly every step of the way. His hospitality made the experience even better.
I highly recommend this hidden gem and will definitely be coming back for more vacation getaways. It’s the kind of place you want to keep secret—but also can’t stop raving about!
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Jackson
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful property right on the river. Hunter was very helpful and nice. Would recommend.
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Megan
June 2025
Tent
With pets
This was one of our favorite camping experiences ever! This Hipcamp was a fantastic getaway! We loved the privacy, the relaxing river, and cleanliness of the site. Seeing a snake, herons, and frogs made it feel like a real nature escape. The owner's attention to removing invasive species and planting native plants really made a difference. They were also super attentive to our needs and even jumped our truck when the battery died. We can't wait to come back!
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