The best family-friendly camping near Petersburg
98% (621) • 12 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg
City Camp on Reedy Creek
1. City Camp on Reedy Creek
99%
(566)
22mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
Come take a load off at this forested Richmond retreat overlooking Reedy Creek. Set up a tent, car camp, or bring your small trailer to one of two sites on a unique property backed up to 20+ acres of woods. Imagine a hidden gem where you can relax to the sounds of rushing water and chirping birds, but can walk or bike to coffee shops, breweries, restaurants, parks or the river. If you are coming into Richmond for a Brown's Island event we are a five minute Uber to an access point using the Potterfield walking bridge (it's a beautiful walk across the James River to the island).
Each campsite includes 3 level spots to pitch tents (see dimensions below), and a connected space to park one car, van or small trailer. The large parking space can be used as a fourth tent footprint if needed. There are additional parking spaces. Each site has a fire pit (with firewood on site), a grate to grill over the fire, a picnic table, and a hammock. There is a shared outbuilding with a composting toilet, hand washing sink, outdoor shower (solar warmed), and space to change privately.
Campsite W ~
Tent footprints: 1) 10' x 12'
2) 10' x 13'
3) 9' x 10'
Campsite E ~
Tent footprints: 1) 15'x16'
2) 10' x 15'
3) 9' x 10'
**Pricing is based on groups of up to four adults or two adults with children.
For groups of five to seven adults there is an additional charge of $10 person per day.
For groups of eight or more we suggest you reserve both sites and have the entire camp to yourselves.
Campsites W and E are about 80' apart. Both are around 100' to the creek. The spots can accommodate a total length (towing vehicle plus trailer) of up to 35 ft.
There is an outdoor spigot with potable water and hoses for clean up. The woodlands and creek adjacent to the campsites have trails that are accessible to the public. You and your furry friends are welcome to use these paths, but know that others may be using them too.
Richmond has so much to offer and we are just a hop, skip, and a jump to many wonderful attractions - kayak or sunbathe on the James River, walk or bike on trails around the city, rock climb, dine, imbibe.
PLEASE NOTE* These sites are on a private property with a house that is visible to campers, but we give our guests complete privacy and don't plan to interact unless you need something from us. While you are on a 2 acre property backed up to a 20 acre wooded area, we are still in the middle of the city and you will hear city sounds.
This is a safe space. We do not discriminate based on anything that makes you...you.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$37
/ night
Peace Hill Farm
2. Peace Hill Farm
99%
(187)
26mi from Petersburg · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Peace Hill Farm is a working family farm with home-produced meat, crops, and wool: we raise Angora goats, Leicester Longwool and Merino sheep, miniature Holstein cows, draft horses, Mangalitsa pigs, ducks, and chickens.
We sell raw fleeces, rovings, and a whole range of colorful farm-produced yarns. In the summer, we have pick-your-own orchard fruits. Our farm store carries a full range of farm products plus selected arts and crafts made by local artisans. We offer afternoon teas and dinners along with a full range of hand-selected wines. Farm tours run year-round.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$20
/ night
Moonrise Farmstead
3. Moonrise Farmstead
100%
(43)
42mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Moonrise Farmstead!
You'll find our oasis just 15 minutes east of I-95 and Kings Dominion, 90 minutes south of DC, and 35 minutes north of Richmond.
Featuring:
- 3 campsites
- 1 composting outhouse
-Fire pit at each site
-Spool table at each site
In addition to the campsites, we offer a 1/2 mile pasture walking loop. We hope you find this land peaceful and rejuvenating.
We invite you to visit with our animals during your stay. We have chickens, goats, a sometimes friendly barn cat, Orion, and our loving farm dog Kaya. Farm tours are available by request. For the safety of our animals, please leave your pets at home, thank you!
Please bring your own firewood and water.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$40
/ night
Riverdale Farms
4. Riverdale Farms
97%
(273)
43mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Come pitch your tent along the North Anna River on our 150 acre farm in Doswell, VA. You'll have exclusive access to our campsite, within easy access from Richmond (20 minutes), Fredericksburg (30 minutes) and Northern Virginia (60 minutes). You'll have acres and acres to explore during the day and a chance to enjoy beautiful views on the water around our fire pit at night. The river offers an opportunity for swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing, just down the steps from the campsite. The VA State Fairgrounds are 2 miles away.
Pricing is $40 for four guests and $10 for each additional guest, per night. Children under twelve are free but we do require that you book the correct number of over twelve year old guests when you make your reservation.
Our property is remote and check-in and check-out are contactless - we can't wait to welcome you to Riverdale!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
98% (621) • 12 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg
City Camp on Reedy Creek
1. City Camp on Reedy Creek
99%
(566)
22mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
Come take a load off at this forested Richmond retreat overlooking Reedy Creek. Set up a tent, car camp, or bring your small trailer to one of two sites on a unique property backed up to 20+ acres of woods. Imagine a hidden gem where you can relax to the sounds of rushing water and chirping birds, but can walk or bike to coffee shops, breweries, restaurants, parks or the river. If you are coming into Richmond for a Brown's Island event we are a five minute Uber to an access point using the Potterfield walking bridge (it's a beautiful walk across the James River to the island).
Each campsite includes 3 level spots to pitch tents (see dimensions below), and a connected space to park one car, van or small trailer. The large parking space can be used as a fourth tent footprint if needed. There are additional parking spaces. Each site has a fire pit (with firewood on site), a grate to grill over the fire, a picnic table, and a hammock. There is a shared outbuilding with a composting toilet, hand washing sink, outdoor shower (solar warmed), and space to change privately.
Campsite W ~
Tent footprints: 1) 10' x 12'
2) 10' x 13'
3) 9' x 10'
Campsite E ~
Tent footprints: 1) 15'x16'
2) 10' x 15'
3) 9' x 10'
**Pricing is based on groups of up to four adults or two adults with children.
For groups of five to seven adults there is an additional charge of $10 person per day.
For groups of eight or more we suggest you reserve both sites and have the entire camp to yourselves.
Campsites W and E are about 80' apart. Both are around 100' to the creek. The spots can accommodate a total length (towing vehicle plus trailer) of up to 35 ft.
There is an outdoor spigot with potable water and hoses for clean up. The woodlands and creek adjacent to the campsites have trails that are accessible to the public. You and your furry friends are welcome to use these paths, but know that others may be using them too.
Richmond has so much to offer and we are just a hop, skip, and a jump to many wonderful attractions - kayak or sunbathe on the James River, walk or bike on trails around the city, rock climb, dine, imbibe.
PLEASE NOTE* These sites are on a private property with a house that is visible to campers, but we give our guests complete privacy and don't plan to interact unless you need something from us. While you are on a 2 acre property backed up to a 20 acre wooded area, we are still in the middle of the city and you will hear city sounds.
This is a safe space. We do not discriminate based on anything that makes you...you.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$37
/ night
Peace Hill Farm
2. Peace Hill Farm
99%
(187)
26mi from Petersburg · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Peace Hill Farm is a working family farm with home-produced meat, crops, and wool: we raise Angora goats, Leicester Longwool and Merino sheep, miniature Holstein cows, draft horses, Mangalitsa pigs, ducks, and chickens.
We sell raw fleeces, rovings, and a whole range of colorful farm-produced yarns. In the summer, we have pick-your-own orchard fruits. Our farm store carries a full range of farm products plus selected arts and crafts made by local artisans. We offer afternoon teas and dinners along with a full range of hand-selected wines. Farm tours run year-round.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$20
/ night
Moonrise Farmstead
3. Moonrise Farmstead
100%
(43)
42mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Moonrise Farmstead!
You'll find our oasis just 15 minutes east of I-95 and Kings Dominion, 90 minutes south of DC, and 35 minutes north of Richmond.
Featuring:
- 3 campsites
- 1 composting outhouse
-Fire pit at each site
-Spool table at each site
In addition to the campsites, we offer a 1/2 mile pasture walking loop. We hope you find this land peaceful and rejuvenating.
We invite you to visit with our animals during your stay. We have chickens, goats, a sometimes friendly barn cat, Orion, and our loving farm dog Kaya. Farm tours are available by request. For the safety of our animals, please leave your pets at home, thank you!
Please bring your own firewood and water.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$40
/ night
Riverdale Farms
4. Riverdale Farms
97%
(273)
43mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Come pitch your tent along the North Anna River on our 150 acre farm in Doswell, VA. You'll have exclusive access to our campsite, within easy access from Richmond (20 minutes), Fredericksburg (30 minutes) and Northern Virginia (60 minutes). You'll have acres and acres to explore during the day and a chance to enjoy beautiful views on the water around our fire pit at night. The river offers an opportunity for swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing, just down the steps from the campsite. The VA State Fairgrounds are 2 miles away.
Pricing is $40 for four guests and $10 for each additional guest, per night. Children under twelve are free but we do require that you book the correct number of over twelve year old guests when you make your reservation.
Our property is remote and check-in and check-out are contactless - we can't wait to welcome you to Riverdale!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Alexander
2 weeks ago
16 ft travel trailer
The site had every amenity that was promised plus wonderful extras such as access to a bath with shower, firewood, and a trickle charging outlet. This site is s tremendous value.
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Angelique
January 2026
15 ft campervan
Absolutely adored this spot — right by the water, feels secluded but still close to coffee shops, restaurants and downtown Richmond. It was the perfect home base for a weekend filming in Richmond and I’ll definitely be back frequently, what a gem.
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Clay
January 2026
27 ft travel trailer
Nice area easy acess at site great location for site. Seeing went to 5 historic museums
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Andrea
December 2025
16 ft campervan
Susan was quick to respond for confirming the booking. This was my second stay at Peace Hill and I had a wonderful time. I stayed at Site 3 and it is very flat and close to the Lafayette Hall where there are bathrooms with showers and a kitchen. The site faces the owners main house and horse ring. If you want more privacy, pick the sites on the other side of the Lafayette Hall. I loved walking the property and visiting the farm animals!
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Sam
December 2025
19 ft Class B
With pets
After a very tough drive, we managed to get in way way late. Isabella's offered an encouraging note on our way suggesting how nice it would be to have breakfast by the stream.
Definitely worth the drive- great place to recoup and the puppy insisted it is her favorite place!
Will definitely try to come back and spend some real quality time enjoying the area.
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Jessica
December 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
This place was perfect for us, and the host was super friendly and accommodating. The location is great and campsite was spacious. Loved being right on the creek, we will definitely be back.
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Karen
December 2025
25 ft Class C
Peace Hill is a beautiful working farm which provided plenty of level space to camp. There is plenty of room to load and unload tow vehicles. The generous permission to use the community center kitchen and bath were outstanding perks. For bicycle enthusiasts, its proximity to the Capital Bike Trail Charles City Parking area was a bonus. For tourists, it is close to Jamestown and Williamsburg. I loved watching the exercising of the horses. The friendly waves of those feeding the farm animals made me feel welcome. Susan was very accommodating when I had to leave early due to snow. I will definitely revisit this site when in the area.
FYI: I found it best to put Peace Hill Fellowship in when goggling directions so I wouldn't end up at the Bed & Breakfast.
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Jill
November 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Such a cute site surrounded by nature while still in the city. Only spent one night to go to a nearby concert, but would definitely return.
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Leandra
November 2025
16 ft car
This is a gem of a spot! You feel like you're in the woods AND you're so close to all the Richmond action. The composting toilet and bathroom were very comfortable. The creek is gorgeous. Had everything we needed! Will definitely stay again.
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Lisette
November 2025
Tent
I was so happy to find a city camping option during a last minute trip to Richmond. The lot is absolutely beautiful, especially in the fall.
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Rebecca
November 2025
Tent
Wonderful campsite! Peaceful and nature-ific; such a delight right in the city. Loved the included wood on site and hammock. Absolutely recommend and would come back. Note that the city noises at night (which host is transparent about) are real; there are trains with blaring horns every night several times, so just bring your ear plugs. There are also coyotes, abundant birdsong and the babbling creek to listen to :)
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Jessica
November 2025
15 ft campervan
Beautiful trails and streams to say the least. While yes, you definitely know your in the city. The host do a great job with the site. Restroom is clean and fire wood+ supply’s were all readily available to use. The hiking trails are right there to explore and good for beginners and intermediate hikers.
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Stephanie
November 2025
16 ft car
With kids
This is a wonderful location tucked away in the city. A hidden gem. Everything is provided for you to include a bathroom and showers and a lot of firewood. Campsite E was very big and had many places to pitch a tent. We chose to car camp, but was still very close to the campsite itself. It has a play ground for children and a privacy fence to block you from the other campsite. The hammock is a nice touch, plenty of tables and chairs. Watching the sunrise over the creek in the morning was amazing.
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Elizabeth
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We loved tent camping here. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. A perfect spot!
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Colin
October 2025
Tent
Great site for tent camping. Bathroom and showers were very convenient and spotless. Lot's of good views across the farm.
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ANTHONY
October 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
This property was amazing. When we arrived on Sunday, we were greeted with some football, cold drinks, and BBQ. Our dog loved climbing the rocks and splashing in the creek.
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Jonathan
October 2025
Tent
Riverdale Farms was beautiful and accommodating! Host was very friendly! We would love to come back so soon as possible!
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Chris
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
The campground itself is situated right on the river with a very thoughtful set of steps leading down to a beachy area. Plenty of space to set up tents and have designated areas for games, cooking, etc.
The host was super welcoming and brought a load of firewood out to us to make sure we had a comfortable stay. We will absolutely be coming back.
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Andrew-Ianto
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Had a wonderful time camping here! My dog loved being able to run around while we were fishing. Such a beautiful spot. Thank you so much!!!
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John
October 2025
Tent
I love this spot. Such a convenient way to quickly visit one of my favorite cities in the East!
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