Twin Lakes
Twin Lakes Recreation Area is a 152-acre site consisting of a dense overstory of pines and mixed hardwoods. The site presently offers camping and a separate day use and boat launching area. Day use and camping facilities are separated to prevent user conflicts. The area is moderate to gently sloping with the northernmost campsites being located on the steepest terrain. Campgrounds facilities presently include a gatehouse/entrance, 2 Park Attendant campsites, 102 public campsites, 1 picnic shelter, 5 comfort stations with showers, 2 dump stations, 5 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 98 |
| RV with electric | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 62 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
100 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Pull-through | 61 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 003 | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 004 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 005 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 006 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 007 | Electric | Pull-through | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 008 | Electric | Pull-through | 44 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 010 | Electric | Pull-through | 41 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 62 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 081 is listed accessible |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Take Interstate 85 to exit 14 and merge onto Highway 187. After passing Clemson Research Center, turn left onto Fants Grove Road and follow directional signs to the park. 140 Winnebego Trail, Pendleton, SC 29670
| Nearest town | Pendlton, South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.6281° N, 82.8656° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your site or dates.
- Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first night use fee.
- Reserved campsites will be held until check out time ( 2 p.m.) on the day following your scheduled arrival date. If you do not arrive at campground by 2 p.m. to fulfill your reservation, your reservation will be cancelled and you will be assessed a $20 service fee and forfeit the first night use fee.
- If your reservation is for one night and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10 service fee.
- Refunds:
- To insure fairness for all Recreation.gov customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 6 or 12 month maximum window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation is made.
- Refunds must be requested no later than 14 days after scheduled departure date. Refunds may be requested through NNRS Customer Service at 888-448-1474. Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Cash and check purchases will be refunded by check and may take up to 8 weekds for approval and processing.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Keowee Outdoors ↗ | 11.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bob Ledford's Adventure Motorhomes ↗ | 40.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
Twin Lakes is located just five miles from Clemson, South Carolina and Clemson University, offering additional tourism opportunities, along with grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants.
- 8 miPortman Marina ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
National Forests in North Carolina begins about 14 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14 miNational Forests in North Carolina ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,026,237 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Hartwell Lake is a man-made lake bordering Georgia and South Carolina on the Savannah, Tugaloo and Seneca Rivers. The dam and lake area boasts 8 campgrounds and 11 day-use facilities that are operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The Hartwell Project was originally authorized for hydro-power, flood control, and navigation. Later, recreation, water quality, water supply and fish and wildlife management were added. Surrounding vegetation allows for plenty of shade, and the 962 miles of shoreline provide numerous swimming beaches, picnic areas and boat ramps.
Recreation
Boating and water sports top the list of popular activities. A boat ramp is provided for easy lake access. With multiple trails snaking throughout the shoreline area, hiking and biking are also popular pastimes.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Twin Lakes?
Sites at Twin Lakes are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Twin Lakes?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Twin Lakes?
Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your site or dates.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Twin Lakes have?
100 sites, including 98 standard sites with power and 2 RV sites with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Twin Lakes?
The longest site here provides 62 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Twin Lakes have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Twin Lakes?
Yes, pets are allowed at Twin Lakes. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Twin Lakes?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Twin Lakes?
Site 081 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Twin Lakes?
Boating and water sports top the list of popular activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Twin Lakes?
Pendlton, South Carolina. Twin Lakes is located just five miles from Clemson, South Carolina and Clemson University, offering additional tourism opportunities, along with grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants.
Source: Getting there
What if Twin Lakes is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Oconee Point (1.8 mi), Coneross Park (3.1 mi), and Springfield (12.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby