 Enjoy boating, water skiing and fishing at Lake Hartwell at this NE Georgia park. Park Amenities - Large mouth bass, hybrid bass, striper, black crappie, bream, rainbow trout and wall-eyed pike fish can be found in the sparkling waters of Lake Hartwell reservoir. The day-use boat ramp offers easy access to all water sports. Many campsites are located on the scenic lake shore. 147 acres  62 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites (some sewage hookups, self registration, seasonal) 16 Walk-In Campsites ($19, self registration, seasonal) Picnic sites 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell Boating Fishing Hiking and Bicycling - 1.5-mile trail open year-round Playground |
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 As of April 1, 2020, the former Hart State Park is no longer managed by Georgia's DNR; it transferred to the City of Hartwell and is now known as Hartwell Lakeside Park. The campground is self-registration only on a first-come, first-served basis. It is open seasonally (March 15 - Sept. 15). Electrical hook-ups, a comfort station and pumping station are available. Once you arrive at the park's camping area there will be a lock box with envelops, similar to the ones in the parking areas for ParkPass fees. Simply enclose the appropriate fee in the envelope, place it in the lock box and proceed to your campsite. Electrical hook-ups, pumping stations and comfort stations will be operational at the site during the camping season.There is not an on site park ranger but law enforcement personnel make regular rounds. There are no on-site camp store services. The nearest location for ice and sundries is in Hartwell about 2-miles away. The day-use boat ramp will remain open year-round. |
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| Hours, Fees, Contact, Address, Driving Directions and Map | ||
| Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm - Phone (City of Hartwell): 706-376-1340 - Address: 330 Hart State Park Road, Hartwell Georgia 30643 - Directions: From Hartwell, drive north on U.S. Hwy 29, turn left on Ridge Rd and proceed 2 miles to the park. Call ahead to confirm current day-use and camping fees. Park Facilities Map | ||
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Last updated: September 2026