Watsadler
Watsadler Campground is a 36 acre site consisting of a relatively dense cover of pine and mixed hardwoods. The area is open year-round and is one of Hartwell’s most popular camping destinations. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 51 public campsites with full water/electric hookups, 3 comfort stations (2 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 playgrounds, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 47 |
| RV with electric | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
49 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | W1 | Electric | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 02 | W1 | Electric | Pull-through | 34 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 03 | W1 | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 04 | W1 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 05 | W1 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 06 | W1 | Electric | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 07 | W1 | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 08 | W1 | Electric | Pull-through | 29 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 18 | W18 | Electric | Pull-through | 38 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 19 | W18 | Electric | Pull-through | 34 | Gravel | Full | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 26, 09 are listed accessible |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Watsadler Campground Address: 286 Watsadler Road, Hartwell, Ga 30643. From I-85 North in Georgia, take exit 177 onto Highway 77 towards Hartwell, Georgia. In Hartwell, take Hwy 29 North towards Anderson, South Carolina. Continue approximately 4 miles, take a Left onto Watsadler Road; entrance will be a short distance down on the right.
| Nearest town | Hartwell, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.3439° N, 82.8414° 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 nights 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 nights use fee.
- No-shows are charged a $20 fee plus the first nights 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 Recreation One Stop Customer Service at 877-444-6777. 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 weeks for approval and processing.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 17 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 17.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Nash RV Service LLC ↗ | 39.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
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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
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 in many parks along the shoreline.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Watsadler?
Sites at Watsadler are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Watsadler?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Watsadler?
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 Watsadler have?
49 sites, including 47 standard sites with power and 2 RV sites with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Watsadler?
The longest site here provides 50 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 Watsadler have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Watsadler?
Yes, pets are allowed at Watsadler. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Watsadler?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Watsadler?
Sites 26 and 09 are 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
Is there cell service at Watsadler?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Watsadler?
Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Watsadler?
Hartwell, Georgia.
Source: Getting there