Campground

Facilities

The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (3 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.

Natural Features

Hartwell Lake is a man-made lake bordering Georgia and South Carolina on the Savannah, Tugaloo and Seneca Rivers. The dam and lake area boasts 8 campgrounds and 11 day-use facilities that are operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The Hartwell Project was originally authorized for hydro-power, flood control, and navigation. Later, recreation, water quality, water supply and fish and wildlife management were added. Surrounding vegetation allows for plenty of shade, and the 962 miles of shoreline provide numerous swimming beaches, picnic areas and boat ramps.

Recreation

Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake. Sought-after species include largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish, striped bass and hybrid bass.

The lake appeals to boaters of all kinds, whether their specialty is canoeing, sailing or motor boating. Coves and areas of quiet water provide water skiers with excellent surfaces.

Swimmers will find sand beaches and designated swim areas along the shoreline.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Electric
  • Rv Electric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Swimming Site
  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Boating

Amenities

  • Accessible Boat Ramp
  • Accessible Bock Dock
  • Accessible Parking
  • Boat Trailer Parking
  • Dump Station
  • Electric Hookups
  • Entrance Station
  • Flush Toilets
  • Lake Access
  • Lantern Posts
  • Paved Parking
  • Paved Roads
  • Playgroiund
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Water Hookups
  • Waterfront Sites
  • Water Hookup
  • Electricity Hookup
  • Campfire Rings
  • Grills
  • Picnic Tables
  • Lifeguards
  • Sewer Hookup
  • Accessibility

Nearby Attractions

The campground is a short drive away from Clemson, South Carolina and Clemson University, offering additional tourism opportunities, along with grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants.

Getting Here

Latitude
34° 26' 47.0000" N
Longitude
82° 49' 18.0001" W
From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take exit 11 onto Highway 187 south. Turn on Providence Church Road and follow signs to the park. 1915 PROVIDENCE CHURCH ROAD Anderson, SC 29625

Need to Know

  • One wheeled camping unit (RV, Camper, Camper van/truck, etc) per single site and must be parked on impact pad. Tents are restricted to impact pad.
  • Entrance gate OPENS at 7 a.m. and LOCKS at 10 p.m. No vehicle entry or exit between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. You must check-in before 10 p.m.
  • Off-road vehicles including golf carts, 4-wheelers, motorized or electric scooters/ride on devices are not permitted.
  • Check in time is 3 p.m.; check out time is 2 p.m.
  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
  • Maximum stay is 14-days within 30 day period. Changing names on a reservation, changing campsites, or making multiple reservations in order to stay over 14-days is PROHIBITED! VIOLATORS MAY HAVE RESERVATIONS CANCELLED WITHOUT NOTICE. Please do the right thing.
  • All pets must be penned, caged or on a leash no longer than 6 feet; pets are prohibited on swim beaches, playgrounds, and in restrooms. You MUST clean up after your pet!
  • Maximum of 10 campers per single site. Registered campers are required to occupy campsite and must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Gray water (any wastewater from sinks, dishwashing, bathing, etc) or other waste water must be disposed of properly at campground dump station.
  • For campfires, use only dead wood gathered from the ground and contain fire in designated fire rings or grills only. Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Don't movefirewood.org for further information.
  • Keep your campsite and campground clean. Keep your trash contained and frequently remove trash from campsite (dumpsters located within campground). Do not leave litter in fire ring or on campsite upon check out.

  • Inflatables including water slides, jumping houses, etc. and/or carnival type rides/events are not permitted.

  • For a complete set of rules and regulations concerning, please refer to Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327 - Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Corps of Engineers Water Resources Development Projects.

    • Contact Information

    5625 ANDERSON HWY
    HARTWELL, GA 30643

    For campground inquiries, please call: 888-893-0678

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