Camptown Campground

The Great Outdoors

There are several state parks to visit when you rent an RV near Petersburg. One of the closest is Pocahontas State Park, which is one of the biggest parks in the area and covers woodlands and prairies surrounding the 225-acre Swift Creek Lake. There's an extensive trail system to explore at this state park, which consists of 64 miles of trails that lead along the lake and through the verdant forest. There are also 13 miles of bridle trails. The park is ideal for swimming, as there is an aquatic center that has a toddler pool, as well as an adult swimming pool, and two waterslides. Fishing and boating are popular at the lake; however, no motor-powered boats are allowed. Hunting is also a favorite pastime at this state park.Petersburg campers may want to explore the James River during their stay. One of the best ways to experience the river is by visiting the historic Chippokes Plantation State Park. This park consists of pastures and woodlands surrounding the Chippoke Plantation, which is one of the longest continually operating plantations in the country. As well as this plantation, visitors can experience the past at the Chippokes Farm and Forestry Museum. There are also 12 miles of trails to explore, which will take you through nearby pastures and woods. Swimming is possible at this park, and there's an Olympic-sized swimming pool on-site. The James River is an excellent spot for watersports, such as fishing and boating.If you're looking to get farther away from civilization, consider a trip to Twin Lakes State Park. This park covers over 500 acres of lush forest and surrounds Prince Edward and Goodwin lakes. There are six miles of trails at this park that afford views across the lakes and shady strolls through the woods. There's a swimming beach which is perfect for taking a dip in the lake, and fishing and boating are also popular pastimes. Catfish, largemouth bass, and sunfish can all be caught in these lakes.

Exploring the City

Any motorhome camper staying near Petersburg will want to take a trip to Richmond. The city is full of cultural activities and is well-known for its abundance of museums. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most popular museums in the city and contains over 35,000 pieces of art in its permanent collection, ranging from African tribal sculpture to modern pop art. Some of the highlights from the museum's collection include Faberge eggs, works by Frank Lloyd Wright, and paintings by Goya.Literary fans will want to plan a visit to the Edgar Allen Poe Museum. Poe lived in Richmond for most of his life and wrote many of his most famous works in the city. At this museum, visitors can learn more about Poe's life and work, with a collection of artifacts belonging to the man himself. Visitors can even see famous places where Edgar Alen Poe wrote some of his poems, including Poe's Enchanted Garden.While camping at Camptown Campground, you can also plan a visit to the beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. This botanical garden is over 100 years old and consists of 50 acres of exotic and local flora. There are ornate greenhouses filled with rare plants, including a cherry tree walk, a rose garden, and much more. This garden is a must-see for any budding botanist.