Broyles
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — HARTWELL · Georgia · Hartwell Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Hartwell Lake |
| Location | HARTWELL · Georgia · Hartwell Lake · 34.51472, -82.82833 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 AM · Out 10:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Water spigots |
| Phone | 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Broyles Recreation Area consists of 24 acres with a gentle to moderate slope and vegetation consisting primarily of pine. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 volunteer host campsite, 14 picnic sites, 1 standard picnic shelter with water and electric service, 1 three lane boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 1 comfort station, 1 playground, 1 designated swim area/beach, 1 fishing pier, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. Parking expansion to add approximately 30 additional boat trailer spaces and 8 single car spaces completed in 2018. Area is a favorite location for large fishing tournaments throughout the Spring and Summer annually. Recreation Boating and water sports top the list of popular activities. A boat ramp is provided for easy lake access. Facilities The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 volunteer host campsite, 14 picnic sites, 1 standard picnic shelter with water and electric service, 1 three lane boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 1 comfort station, 1 playground, 1 designated swim area/beach, 1 fishing pier, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. Parking expansion to add approximately 30 additional boat trailer spaces and 8 single car spaces completed in 2018. 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. Nearby Attractions Charges & Cancellations A $10 service fee will apply if you change or cancel a reservation more than 14 days in advance of arrival date. If you cancel a reservation within 14 days of your scheduled arrival date, you will forfeit the reservation fee.
Directions, from the listing
From Interstate 85, take exit 11 to Highway 24 headed towards Anderson, SC. Turn right onto Hattens Ford Road and follow signs to the facility. 900 SMYZER ROAD, TOWNVILLE, SC 29689
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Trip Card — Broyles
HARTWELL · Georgia · Hartwell Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | HARTWELL · Georgia · Hartwell Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232533 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.