Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- 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.
Lake Hartwell State Park
Whether boating, fishing, or camping—it’s all about the lake.
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.
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.
Activities in the park
6 campgrounds in Lake Hartwell State Park
If you’re looking for a private spot with views of the water, Oconee Point Campground is a mighty fine spot. You’ll find these roomy sites (with amenities!) at the North end of the lake, where you’ll be near Clemson, playgrounds, and a nice sandy beach. RV’s, tents, pets, you’re all welcome here!Read more...
Social camping is awesome because you get to know other campers, fellow travelers, and the locals. And you’ll get to know them all at Twin Lakes Campground! With these sites located only a few minutes away from Clemson University, football season brings a load of people and celebrations here. Reserve early! There’s great swimming beaches, fishing Read more...
Catfish, crappie, bream, largemouth bass, striped bass, and hybrid bass. They all make their home in the 56,000-acre Lake Hartwell, and they’re all waiting to be hooked. Tent and trailer sites are located right on the shore so you can get your fish from lake to pan in no time flat. Pack your tartar sauce and your cast iron skillet because the fish Read more...
You are bound to get an awesome waterfront spot here, if that’s your jam. Springfield Campground has amazing views and is only minutes away from Anderson, just in case you forgot the marshmallows. If you and your friends want to camp side-by-side, grab one of the double sites for an extra-roomy weekend!Read more...
With waters as expansive as Lake Hartwell, you can expect lots of different camping experiences lying in wait along the shoreline. At Coneross Campground, you can chill out on the North side, by the Seneca River, Anderson, and Highway 24. Convenience and spacious campsites are the name of the game here—plus awesome amenities and a swimming beach!Read more...
Drivin’ along Hartwell Lake, you’ll find Crescent Group Camp near the dam, a perfect waterfront spot with insane views and lots of room for your buddies, family, and pets! Both South Caroliners and Georgians can appreciate this site, as it is snuggled up right near the borderline, with easy access to the Singing Pines Recreation Area. Read more...
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Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
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
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