Fourteen of Lake Hartwell’s 962 miles of shoreline are included within this park, a popular destination for boaters, fishermen and campers who enjoy easy access to the lake. With its location on S.C. 11 just off I-85, Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area also serves as a gateway to the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Highway and South Carolina’s mountain country. An impressive collection of fishing equipment is on display in the park’s information center. Modern-day fishermen, meanwhile, can attest to Lake Hartwell’s reputation for top-flight angling for sought-after species such as striped bass, hybrid bass, largemouth, crappie, bream and catfish.

GENERAL

• Counties: Oconee
• Acreage: 680
• When & How PRT Acquired: In 1976, leased 616.28 acres from the U.S. Corps of Engineers and purchased 64.3 acres from various owners
• Pets: Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the Carolina Camper Cabins.

HOURS

• Admissions: $2 adults; $1.25 U.S. seniors; age 15 & younger free
• Office Hours: 11 a.m. -noon and 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. (extended during Daylight Savings Time from 9a.m. - 7 p.m.)
• Days and Hours of Operation: During Standard Time: Su-Th 7am-6pm; F-Sa 7am-8pm
• During Daylight Saving Time: Su-Th 6am-8pm; F-Sa 6am-9pm

LOCATION

• Driving Directions:
  From I-85: Take exit 1 onto Hwy 11 toward Walhalla. Drive ½ mile and look for park sign on the left.
• Lake Location: Yes
• Miles to Nearest Hospital: 15
• Miles to Nearest Town: 15
• Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 7

MILES TO:

• Charleston, SC: 239
• Columbia, SC: 139
• Florence, SC: 220
• Greenville, SC: 50
• Charlotte, NC: 142
• Raleigh, NC: 289
• Atlanta, GA: 105
• Augusta, GA: 105

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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