Hartwell Dam & Lake Visitor Center
5625 Anderson Hwy. (Hwy. 29)
Hartwell, GA 30643
888-893-0678 | 888-893-0678
The Hartwell Dam & Lake Visitor Center is a great stop for anyone needing more information about one of the Southeast's largest lakes, Hartwell Lake. Big Oaks Recreation Area is located adjacent to the visitor center. At Big Oaks, you will have a great view of Hartwell Lake from the picnic area. Take a walk on a paved (handicap accessible) walking trail that goes along the edge of Hartwell Lake and leads to the top of Hartwell Dam, where you have a scenic view of the lake, dam and the Savannah River.
Hartwell Lake covers approximately 56,000 acres and offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including swimming, picnicking, camping, fishing and boating along its 962 miles of shoreline.
On the lower side of the dam, along the Savannah River, is one of the newest attractions in Hartwell, Ga.: the Hartwell Dam Fishing Pier. This pier is free and open to the public. Access it by driving to the Georgia River Recreation Area just one mile from the visitor center.
Info & Amenities
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Hours of Operation
Sunday: 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Monday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Facility Amenities
Free Parking, Maps & Brochures Available, Parking on Site, Picnic Area, Picnic Shelter, Public Restrooms
General Information
Family-friendly, Free Admission , Handicapped Accessible, Open Year 'Round
Group Amenities
Group-friendly
Near Interstate Highway
85
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Nearby Attractions
Hartwell Dam & Lake Visitor Center
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 5625 Anderson Hwy. (Hwy. 29)Hartwell, GA 30643 View Listing
