The best forest glamping near Petersburg, Virginia

Looking for a camping experience that's a little more comfortable without sacrificing the beauty of nature? Hipcamp offers over 200 options for glamping in the forest near Petersburg, Virginia, with options as low as $15 per night. Top campsites like Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), and Magic at Galleywinter (108 reviews) offer popular amenities including campfires, showers, and trash disposal, as well as activities like hiking, whitewater paddling, and climbing. Book your stay now and experience the great outdoors in style.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience that's a little more comfortable without sacrificing the beauty of nature? Hipcamp offers over 200 options for glamping in the forest near Petersburg, Virginia, with options as low as $15 per night. Top campsites like Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), and Magic at Galleywinter (108 reviews) offer popular amenities including campfires, showers, and trash disposal, as well as activities like hiking, whitewater paddling, and climbing. Book your stay now and experience the great outdoors in style.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Anvil Campground

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37mi from Petersburg · 61 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Williamsburg, VA

Anvil Campground – 71 Years of Award-Winning Hospitality in Williamsburg, VA Welcome to Anvil Campground, a family-owned gem operating continuously since 1954 and proudly celebrating 71 years and four generations of excellence in Williamsburg, Virginia. We’re not just Virginia’s oldest continuously operated campground — we’re also one of its most awarded: 2024 Virginia Campground of the Year National RV Park of the Year (2022 and 2018) Williamsburg Small Business of the Year (2019) TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence every year since 2015 🏕️ Experience the Anvil difference As a small business with deep family roots, we treat every guest like part of the Anvil community. Our commitment to quality and comfort is reflected in our full range of upgraded campsites and accommodations: • Luxury RV hookups — Featuring full hookups (water, sewer, and 50/30/20 amp electric), cable, fast Wi-Fi, picnic tables, and fire rings at every RV site. Premium sites also include concrete patios, stone fire pits, fire pit swings, umbrellas, upgraded picnic tables, and charcoal grills. • Shaded and open big rig-friendly sites for satellite access • Tent sites and cozy 500+ sq ft cottages with full kitchens and baths • Authentic log cabins and hotel-style restrooms just steps away • Pet-friendly options across all site types 🎉 Unmatched Amenities & Location • 85° heated pool (seasonal) • Free game room and Beach Park Playground with zipline, hammocks, and beach sand • The only Williamsburg campground with a public transportation bus stop • On-site General Store with local goods and essentials • Free weekend treats and events year-round • Walking distance to shopping and just minutes from Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Water Country USA, and more We’ve spent seven decades building something special — and guests return year after year because Anvil Campground feels like home. Come see why generations of campers have made Anvil part of their family tradition.

2. Wellness Cabin

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47mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Lodging · Mineral, VA

Gorgeous modern cabin with a wood burning hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, hiking/biking trails, mediation/breathwork garden along a natural spring, and fire pit with a pizza oven attachment!!!! Pizza making supplies included. Firewood included. Located in lovely Mineral, VA just a short drive from Richmond and the surrounding areas. Relax, Restore, Reconnect!!!

3. Creekside Cool Bus

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18mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Lodging · Chesterfield, VA

Experience the ultimate glamping adventure in our converted school bus! Nestled on 5 acres of land, the campsite features lush woods and a creek. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature with the comfort of a home away from home. Our skoolie is the perfect basecamp for outdoor adventures-30 minutes to Richmond and 5 minutes from the nearest trailhead at Pocahontas State Park with pass included. Our skoolie comes equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay, but please read the full description to make sure this is the right experience for you! Please note the interior height is only 6 feet. *We are located in the woods with ticks, bugs, and other wildlife. We have provided bug spray and highly recommend you treat your dogs for ticks before arriving. *Beds Queen-sized bed in the back and the couch bed folds to a size slightly smaller than a full mattress, with bedding included. The bus will sleep 3 comfortably, 4 if you really like each other! *Full Kitchen Gas stove top. All kitchen utensils included. Kitchen sink with hot water and a 7 gallon jug underneath the sink that you will need to empty if full. *Bus Bathroom Composting toilet- for urinating only. *Main House Full Bathroom Full bathroom, shower, and laundry. If you are not comfortable with a 150ft walk to use the bathroom facilities, this may not be the ideal booking for you. *Electricity Has 2 USB outlets and a standard wall outlet. Try to charge your electronics during the day due to the solar panels, and do not use the wall outlet at night. Wifi is available. *Heating/Cooling A/C unit for summer. Diesel heater and wood stove for winter. *Outdoors Large charcoal grill (charcoal not provided). There is plenty of firewood to collect in the woods. Look for the gnomes and follow the trail from the campsite to the creek. Feel free to check out and feed our chickens! *Pets All pets are welcome! We do have a dog who is not able to access the camp area. Keep your dog on a leash unless able to come when called. *Guest access You will need to drive on a dirt road and over small roots to access the school bus. Cars are able to access the bus without difficulty. Parking at the front of the bus. *Extra guests Max of 4 guests to stay on the bus, but there is room to pitch a tent.

4. The cozy cottage

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46mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging · Beaverdam, VA

Our 1/2 mile long driveway opens up to our 5 acres cleared & wooded. We are huge on camping and traveling! We live on the property in the main house and have opened up our 2 bedroom cottage and a camper on its own site for guests. Our dream is to have our own mini campground with many options for travelers!

5. Off-grid Creekside Cabin

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50mi from Petersburg · 2 sites · Lodging · Bumpass, VA

Come unplug and unwind alongside a year round stream. Lounge in the hammock and read a good book, watch the abundant wildlife or build a fire and cook out under the stars. Fall asleep to the sound of the babbling creek, just perfect for relaxing and getting some quality sleep. In the morning, have your coffee on the sun dappled porch. Hike the trails, visit the farm animals and explore the surrounding countryside. Winter campers! The cabin is heated with a woodstove and is toasty warm on chilly nights with a fire going. The cabin was the first dwelling built on our farm and is only 40 minutes from Richmond, ideal for a quick getaway. We have friendly goats, cows and chickens on our 21 acre family homestead. Tucked into the woods, the farm is peaceful and private. There are walking paths through the woods and a creek to explore. You are welcome to visit the animals. The farm is about halfway between Richmond and Charlottesville. We are about 15 miles from the James River at Maidens. There is a super hip farmstand (like a mini Whole Foods) and an old fashioned country store 2 miles up the road and a good Mexican place about 15 minutes away. To the east is Montpelier and to the west is Louisa, both have all the modern stores and conveniences along with some country charm. You will park near the trailhead and it is a 2 minute walk down a wooded trail. The cabin is one room with a loft. There is a queen size memory foam bed in the loft (up a ladder) and a small wood stove with a cooktop for chilly nights that will keep you toasty warm. Welcome!

Stories from the community

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Madison

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Anvil Campground

It was a very good experience for our first hip camp experience. The bed was super comfortable. The temperature control air circulation in the cabin was great. The bathroom and showers were really clean and nice.

Jammie

November 2025

1 night at Wellness Cabin

Overall we enjoyed our stay at River Bend! The sauna and hot tub were such a lovely treat and exactly what we needed to relax and recharge. The cabin is beautifully designed as well. Thanks for a peaceful getaway :)

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Jacob

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Wellness Cabin

Trevors Wellness retreat was much needed. The amenities were amazing and the best part is the woodfired pizza ingredients provided by Trevor. Thank you so much and we look forward to coming back!

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Angelle

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Anvil Campground

What a cute little cabin! Very clean and well kept campsite. Very dog friendly and they have a very helpful staff with all the convenience you need in one location.

Garrett

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Creekside Cool Bus

Awesome area, Very comfortable and well equipped! Quick to respond to any questions we had

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tiffany

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

it was a pleasure to camp at the creekside cool bus! the whole experience came with ease, starting with great communication from chloe, the skoolie provided everything we needed (& more) for a cozy retreat into nature. there was plenty to explore, a gnome lined walking trail along the creek and a short drive to the state park. the campsite is isolated enough to have your own privacy but close enough to access the full bathroom. it really was the perfect place for reconnection with each other and nature.

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Frida

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Creekside Cool Bus

The kiddos and I loved the experience! Gracious and attentive host. Can’t wait to come back.

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Nancy

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Wellness Cabin

The property is very serene and peaceful. A great, cozy, romantic place to reconnect. Really enjoyed our stay

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Catherine

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

This is a unique place to stay with lots to do all around it. The bus was well equipped with everything you need to enjoy a peaceful quiet vacation or long weekend. Hosts were excellent and very friendly! The property and creek were fun to explore. I highly recommend this location and will definitely be returning.

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Katelyn

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Wellness Cabin

We absolutely loved our stay. I went in stressed and came out relaxed. The place was beautifully designed and we loved the indoor/outdoor theme all throughout. The grounds were so serene and we took advantage of all the fun wellness amenities. Trevor was a wonderful host and we would recommend to anyone!

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maura

May 2025

2 nights at Wellness Cabin

Trevor was an incredible host and provided everything we would ever want/need to relax and unplug. Would recommend this spot to anyone.

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Kate

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Wellness Cabin

This place was perfect for an overnight getaway! The accommodations were wonderful, and Trevor made us feel welcome! He even stopped by the day of arrival to make sure we had all our questions answered! The place was clean and well cared for. Trevor was very responsive! Would highly recommend to anyone!

Christiana

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

We had a great time camping at the bus. We brought our elderly father for a day under the trees. The bed in the camper is comfortable. The kitchen is well laid out. We stayed one night and slept well.

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Stefanie

May 2025

3 nights at Wellness Cabin

I loved this little secluded retreat! I'm a 42 yr old female and I felt completely safe staying there by myself. The only two things I'll mention that I think people should be aware of. One is that the toilet is kinda more like a glorified outhouse. I've never seen anything like it and it was very awkward to use. I wound up just using the woods after a couple of uses. The other thing was that the bed was difficult getting into and out of due to the railing of the sliding door; and I'm a small flexile person. I think anyone larger than me would struggle. I really enjoyed my stay, but I think those are two major things renters should be aware of in case they are important to you.

Kaia

April 2025

With kids

1 night at Creekside Cool Bus

Impressive luxury feel! Comfortable bedding, beautiful design, full house bathroom (separated by locked door from rest of home), and bus bathroom for #1. Electricity and running water in the bus, and a flipbook with the origin story of the bus, and restaurant recs including Hidden Wit Brewery where we enjoyed music bingo while the kids ran around a play yard with new friends. A peaceful trail on the property. Recommend!

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Caroline

April 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

Fun set up - very organized and clean. In a neighborhood setting but the creek and small trail was perfect for our stay. Like getting out in nature without any of the hassle. Very quick communication too. Great people, great bus. Would def stay again.

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Gregory

March 2025

2 nights at Wellness Cabin

We had a fantastic time! Accommodations were perfect as we had everything we needed. We will absolutely be staying here again. Thank you Trevor!

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Melody

February 2025

2 nights at Wellness Cabin

We had an incredible visit and Trevor is a fantastic host. He’s super responsive and attentive. The space itself is curated and designed so well. It’s a perfect blend of comfort and encouraged presence. It truly feels like a magical space, and I loved how we were allowed to create our own experience (the sauna! The cold plunge!). Thank for an amazing timeb

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Jenna

February 2025

2 nights at Wellness Cabin

Incredible cozy spot! Perfect for a sweet forest getaway. Loved the sauna, hot tub and pizza oven! Thank you

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Courtney

February 2025

1 night at Creekside Cool Bus

The bus was such a nice cozy stay! It is a smaller space, but slept 3 really comfortably. The hosts were very responsive and provided instructions for check in and check out! We had a great time exploring the woods and enjoyed the back story on how the Skooolie came to be!