Hartwell Lake, South Carolina
- Fee per nightnot confirmed
- Seasonnot listed
- RV length (some sites)Up to 60 ft
- Drinking waternot listed
- Electricyes
At a glance: Confirmed: electric hookups. Listed for rigs up to 60 ft. Not listed: drinking water, flush toilets and showers.
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Amenities
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- Electric hookups Yes
- Drinking water Not listed
- Flush toilets Not listed
- Showers Not listed
- Dump station Not listed
- Water hookups at sites Yes
- Sewer hookups Yes
- Tent sites Yes
- RV / trailer sites Yes
- Reservable online Yes
Sites, fees and season
- Campsites
- 79
- Longest RV / trailer listed
- Up to 60 ft at selected sites (not every site; check access and your site)
- Elevation
- 678 ft
- Phone
- (888) 893-0678 (campground or managing office)
Fees are not listed in the official data. Check the official site before you go.
The listed length is the longest site; not every site fits that size. Confirm your site on the official reservation page.
Location and nearby campgrounds
Location on the map · Driving directions · 34.44639, -82.82167 (the official listing point; check the access road for large rigs)
- Crescent 4.5 mi straight-line
- Watsadler 7.2 mi straight-line
- Coneross Park 10.9 mi straight-line
- Oconee Point 11.1 mi straight-line
- Twin Lakes (Sc) 12.8 mi straight-line
From the official listing description, directions and rules
Springfield Campground is one of Hartwell’s most popular camping destinations consisting of 60 acres of primarily Virginia pine and some mixed hardwoods. The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (4 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.
Recreation
Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake. Sought-after species include largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish, striped bass and hybrid bass.
The lake appeals to boaters of all kinds, whether their specialty is canoeing, sailing or motor boating. Coves and areas of quiet water provide water skiers with excellent surfaces.
Swimmers will find sand beaches and designated swim areas along the shoreline.
Facilities
The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (3 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is a short drive away from Clemson, South Carolina and Clemson University, offering additional tourism opportunities, along with grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants.
Weather forecast - next 7 days
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Climate by month
Average daily high and low and monthly precipitation, 1991-2020 normals from the NOAA station Anderson Co Ap - 7.3 mi away, station at 760 ft - 82 ft higher than the campground (678 ft). Long-term averages, not a forecast; the open season is listed separately above.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Precip. in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53 | 33 | 4.09 |
| Feb | 57 | 36 | 3.88 |
| Mar | 65 | 42 | 4.32 |
| Apr | 73 | 49 | 3.59 |
| May | 80 | 58 | 3.74 |
| Jun | 87 | 66 | 4.18 |
| Jul | 90 | 70 | 3.76 |
| Aug | 89 | 70 | 3.90 |
| Sep | 83 | 63 | 3.74 |
| Oct | 73 | 51 | 3.12 |
| Nov | 63 | 41 | 3.60 |
| Dec | 55 | 36 | 4.42 |
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Sources and data dates where every fact comes from
| Fact | Source | Fetched from the source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Reservable online | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Tent sites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| RV / trailer sites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Electric hookups | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Water hookups at sites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Sewer hookups | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Longest RV / trailer listed | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Elevation | USGS elevation (EPQS) | Oct 27, 2026 |
| Official page | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Official reservations | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
| Phone | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 27, 2026 source updated Mar 11, 2026 |
Last successful data update for this page: Oct 27, 2026. That is when we last read the official sources - not a personal visit, and not the date the source itself changed (shown per fact above). Found something wrong? Report an error.