Best Camping in and near Lake Hartwell State Park

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Twin Lakes Campground

99 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

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Oconee Point Campground

70 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

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Lake Hartwell Campground

130 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

Crescent Campground

2 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

Springfield Campground

79 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

Coneross Park Campground

105 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Hartwell State Park

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Chattooga Belle Farm Lakeside

18 sites · RVs, Tents198 acres · Long Creek, SC

Chattooga Belle Farm – They Built It! By Tracy McCoy I wonder if when standing on the sprawling in upstate South Carolina, just a short hour trip from Greenville, Ed and Kitty Land heard a small still voice say, “if you build it, they will come.” While there isn't a baseball field on the property, that's about all that is lacking. Chattooga Belle Farm began as an event building set on 138 acres with a small seasonal retail store. Soon people found their way to the soon-to-be full-fledged farm and they felt it; that feeling that you've found a very special place. Peaceful, majestic and unlike any other, Chattooga Belle Farm is quite possibly the perfect place for any event and most certainly an ideal place to pledge your heart and life to another. Since the Lands opened their doors in 2010 they have come. There have been families, couples, groups, the media and fruit pickers who have all visited the farm; and they return year after year. Having been written up countless times across the southeast, US and more recently featured on The Today Show, the farm just keeps growing and getting better. With a history of growing sweet juicy apples, the soil in this part of the world has proven to be excellent for peaches, muscadines, scuppernongs, blackberries, raspberries and blueberries. The farm also grows exotic fruits like persimmons, paw paws, Asian pears, figs, and more! Today, the farm offers tours for visitors which offer incredible views and a visit to their horseshoe lake. Educational in nature, the tours leave guests more in love with the land than when they arrived. The landscape is picturesque and the mountain views are truly breathtaking in every direction. The farm hosts farm to table dinners that sell out year after year. Their U-Pick fruit opportunities evolve throughout the season with something always coming in from early summer through fall. A list of available fruit is updated often on their website as is farm tour info, upcoming events and information about cabin rentals on Horseshoe Lake. The recent addition of a distillery on the farm means the fruit is grown, fermented, distilled and bottled on the farm. The distillery is open year round Monday – Saturday. Brandies, Bourbons and Whiskeys are aged in oak barrels and aged to produce some of the finest liquors made in these mountains. The farm also boasts a challenging 18-hole Disc Golf course. The course is open to the public and the cost is $3 per game or an annual pass offering unlimited games is available for only $25. The holes are placed throughout the farm enabling play even when private events are taking place on the property. The farm store is complete with fresh produce (in season), canned jams, jellies and bottled ciders. Grass-fed, natural, antibiotic-free Black Angus beef is sold in the store. The cattle are raised on pasture which produces some of the healthiest beef you can buy. Using only natural, humane and environmentally sustainable practices, the Lands and their staff raise beef as nature intended. Bringing the best to your family has never been easier. Beef is offered in a variety of cuts boxed ahead for you when you call to order. A complete list of options is offered on their website with ordering instructions. Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm serves salads, sandwiches, burgers and soups made with the freshest ingredients possible. The bistro is open for lunch Tuesday – Sunday from April – October. Their menu includes Certified South Carolina Grown food which makes for an outstanding menu, also which can be viewed on chattoogabellefarm.com. When it comes to weddings, Chattooga Belle Farm has it all! With all-inclusive packages that offer rental items, catering, a wedding coordinator, the minister or officiant, photographer, flowers, music, bar service and even the wedding cake. The couple can customize a package or choose from their Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum packages. Getting married has never been this easy, you bring the dress and your partner and you enjoy the day! Some of the area's loveliest weddings have happened in this remarkable place! The 2017 Eclipse Festival event planned on the farm August 21 will include music, camping, great food, distillery and farm tours, craft vendors and astrology talks and it will be unforgettable. Get your tickets today at SolarEclipseFest2017.com. Ed and Kitty and the outstanding farm team welcome you and we guarantee that if you come, you'll find that you want to stay forever! Plan your visit: Chattooga Belle Farm is located at 454 Damascus Church Road, Long Creek, South Carolina 29658. Information is abundant online.

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3 Creeks Camp and Nature Preserve

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Anderson, SC

This Property was purchased by Grandfather in the 70s and then was passed to my Mother. In 2013 I decided to live life differently and start from the ground up building with natural materials and found materials. At that time I was fortunate enough to have the land passed to me and I started building a home for myself and to be close to my mothers home nearby. After achieving the basics I decided that the best use of this beautiful land was to create a place for people to relax and enjoy, a park like environment dedicated to preserving natural beauty and amplifying it through a permaculture lifestyle. 8 years later I am blown away at how far the dream has become a reality and love sharing my space with people from all over the country.

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Camp Moondog

3 sites · RVs, Tents36 acres · Greenville, SC

Camp Moondog is a 36-acre forested property hosting 3 campsites in beautiful Greenville, South Carolina. Flanked on either side by the Saluda River (almost half a mile of river frontage!), this property is a must-book for nature lovers visiting the area or Greenvillians just looking for a getaway for some woods and river merriment. This property is located right across the river, or a short 5-minute drive to Dolly Cooper State Park that draws in disc-golf enthusiasts and park explorers alike. Camp moondog is only a 10-minute drive from the world-renowned Downtown Greenville, a destination known for its excellent restaurants, festivals, shopping, and social scene. Being situated so close to the city-center means that food delivery is just a click away, and running out for that last-minute necessity is a breeze. This is a unique opportunity to get “off the grid” without having to make those ‘off the grid’ sacrifices. At Camp Moondog, our philosophy is to offer a carefree, clean, natural environment for a relaxing camping vacation experience. We will be happy to use our ATV's to assist with getting your supplies to any of the campsites--just shoot us a message on the app if you need help! Because there is always ample deadfall all over the property for firewood collection, pre-packaged firewood bundles are not supplied or available for sale. Please take this into consideration if there has been recent rainfall. We look forward to hosting you here at Camp Moondog. Happy Trails! ~Mike and Kelly

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Camp at Castaway near Lake Hartwell

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Townville, SC

Camp at Castaway! Very nice and level pull through campsite to enjoy while visiting Lake Hartwell. The site is only 1/4 mile to Broyle's Landing and Recreation Area where you will find 3 boat landing strips, a very nice beach area, children's playground and fishing pier. It's only 15 miles to Clemson, SC and Anderson, SC. Full hookups and picnic table. Small creek on property behind campsite within walking distance.

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Denver Downs Farm Campsites

60 sites · RVs, Tents101 acres · Anderson, SC

Welcome to our farm in beautiful upstate SC! The Garrison family is proud of our farming heritage and is excited to share our land for campsites at our 140 acre field. Denver Downs Farm has been in the family since 1869, and is currently farmed by the 4th generation. The focus is on row crops, produce, black angus cattle, and hogs. Fall is time for fun at our 10 acre Corn Maze and Giant Pumpkin Patch, plus tons of farm fun activities! We also host concerts and drive in movies. We are located just of of I85 in Anderson. 11 miles from Clemson University.Learn more about this land:Set up your tent or Camper in secluded area on the treeline side of 140 acre field. Take a hike to the top of the hill and catch a view for miles around. Perfect for Sunset views of the blue ridge mountains in the distance. Relaxing and quiet countryside. Lots of outdoor adventure in the area- hike to waterfalls, and other mountain trails are 20 -30 minute drive. Lake Hartwell is 1 mile away and 20 miles from Lake Keowee- so water sports are available. There are many restaurants within 1 mile of our farm. You are in the country- but close to "everything" - we are 1 mile off of Interstate 85. Clemson University is 11 miles up Clemson Boulevard. We host special events year round including concerts and our corn maze in the fall. Fun to get tickets to those events and stay for the weekend!

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Wildcat Outpost

1 site · RV, Tent13 acres · Central, SC

Our homestead is home to our family, chickens, and a livestock guardian dog. We also have a small orchard and a garden. Most of our 12+ acres are wooded and our property backs up to thousands of acres of public forest land owned by Clemson University. A trail connects our backyard to the main network of hiking/mountain biking trails in Clemson Forest. For those familiar with the forest, our property is in the vicinity of Wildcat Technical, Wounded Road, and Chainbreaker trails. As private and wooded as our property is, we are only 10-15 minutes from downtown Clemson and less than 10 minutes from the small towns of Central and Six Mile. Lakes Hartwell and Keowee are also short drives. We currently offer a single campsite, which can accommodate several tents or a camper van. Our campsite features a composting toilet outhouse, and water is available from spigots at our house. Though fairly close to our house, the campsite has a very private feel due to being completely surrounded by a hardwood forest.

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Smith Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Danielsville, GA

Convenient to Athens and near the south fork of the Broad River, this beautiful land features ponds, meandering streams, and amazing views. Enjoy fishing, exploring, or just relaxing in this special place. Veterans, active military, and first responders receive a free night. Message for details!

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Hatch Camp and Art Farm

6 sites · TentsClayton, GA

We have a fishing, music, art paradise in the North Georgia mountains!Learn more about this land:6 private campsites along Warwoman Creek under huge hardwoods with short drives to rivers, hikes and mountains. Fall 2017 we will offer guided private fly fishing trips on our water or off site and a small fly shop!

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The Briar Patch

3 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Westminster, SC

The Briar Patch is located on a fourth generation cattle farm in Westminster, SC an area National Geographic once included in their "50 of the world's last great places" The Briar Patch seeks to get people seeks to connect people of all ages to the outdoors in a special way through both adventure and education.

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Indian Creek Rental's Mountain Camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Rosman, NC

Learn more about this land: Enjoy a quiet stay in the mountains of WNC by staying at one of our secluded forest campsites. Thank you for checking out our property! Our names are Clayton and Tiffany, we own Indian Creek Rentals, llc. We have a couple vacation homes also on property as well as a mini farm. We do have approx. 2 miles of hiking trails that you can enjoy straight from Camp. We now have two campsites available to guests. - Site 1 has a hot tub as well as a covered shed to stay dry. - Site 2 is a completely primitive site in the woods equipped with a picnic table and firepit. - We currently do not have any bathroom facility or bath house on property. We do plan to build on in the near future. Until then guest are required to bring their own camp toilets. Both sites are pack in/pack out. Happy Camping!

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Wild Hearts Equine Therapy Center

1 site · RV32 acres · Seneca, SC

We are on a 32 acre working horse farm. We conduct equine therapy sessions for all needs and ages.I feel that due to the special work done here there is also a wonderful energy at our farm. There are 3 beautiful lakes close by. As well as the trailhead to the Foothills Trail and many other mountain hiking trails.

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Comp de monch

1 site · RV, Tent7 acres · Westminster, SC

Learn more about this land:A private 7acres with beautiful nature all around...power and water and septic available..close to lake hartwell in the small town of westminster sc...

The best camping near Lake Hartwell State Park guide

Overview

About

Hemmed in by the Cherokee Foothills and fronting the 56,000-acre Lake Hartwell, this park provides myriad ways to enjoy the water. Bring your own watercraft and cruise the lake, paddle the tranquil coves, or fish for bass, crappie, and catfish. A single, short nature trail provides the only distraction from the water, but most visitors stay shoreside to swim, picnic, and soak up the scenery. Campers can choose from paved campsites, walk-in tent sites, and camper cabins at Lake Hartwell Campground, all within a short walk of the lakeshore.

Tips for snagging a campsite

You can reserve one of 115 RV/tent campsites, along with the 13 walk-in tent sites and two camper cabins, via the South Carolina State Parks website. Campsite reservations require a minimum 2-night stay.
Online reservations open 13 months in advance; same-day reservations must be made directly through the park.
Campsites can book up fast, especially for lakefront sites. Book a minimum of three months in advance to avoid disappointment.

When to go

Lake activities take place year-round at Lake Hartwell. Come in summer to swim and enjoy water sports, or wrap up warm for a winter fishing cruise. Campsite rates are often reduced outside of peak season (April through October), so budget campers can make the most of seasonal deals. The park is open daily from sunup to sundown.

Know before you go

Lake Hartwell State Park is at the South Carolina-Georgia border, about a 45-minute drive southwest of Greenville along Interstate 85.
All South Carolina state parks require an admission fee in addition to camping fees.
Park facilities include visitor center and park store, two boat ramps, a fishing pier, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Wifi is available at the visitor center.
You can bring your own boat and watercraft to Lake Hartwell; a Georgia or South Carolina fishing license is required for fishing. Swimming is permitted at your own risk—there is no lifeguard patrol.