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Watsadler

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Watsadler, near Hartwell, Georgia, is a solid choice for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors with direct access to beautiful Lake Hartwell. The campground offers spacious sites, many of which are right at the water's edge, making it easy to kick back and soak in the serene views.

With amenities like picnic tables and fire rings, it’s perfect for gathering around the campfire after a day of exploring. Visitors have noted the peaceful atmosphere, especially in the off-season, with one camper saying, “Very quiet in off season! Clean and shady with pretty views!”

For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, there are walking trails nearby and opportunities for mountain biking just a short drive away. Plus, if you need to stock up on supplies or grab a bite, Hartwell is just a quick trip down the road. Whether you're in an RV or pitching a tent, Watsadler provides a welcoming spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

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Location

Watsadler is located in Georgia

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Directions

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. From I-85 South in South Carolina, take exit 14 (Hwy 187) and follow Hwy 187 until the 4-way stop with Hwy 29. Take a right onto Hwy 29 towards Hartwell, Georgia. After crossing into Georgia, continue approximately 1.5 miles and take a right onto Watsadler Road, campground will be a short distance down on the right.

Address

NOTE: THIS IS NOT THE ADDRESS FOR CAMPGROUND. MAIL ALL CAMPGROUND CORRESPONDENCE TO: US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS - HARTWELL LAKE 5625 ANDERSON HWY
Hartwell, GA 30643

Coordinates

34.3438889 N
82.8413889 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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8 Reviews

Reviewed Jan. 16, 2024

January Winter campsite

Long with plenty of space for 37' Trailer & two cars in drive. Concrete parking pad and for.pinic table and fire pit. Lake access but has stone riprap at this site so no shore to land boat. Water down maybe 3 to 4' at winter level rock sand dirt shore line.

Short drive to Hartwell to shop or eat

Site9
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Watsadler by David F., January 16, 2024
  • Review photo of Watsadler by David F., January 16, 2024
Reviewed Apr. 3, 2021

Peaceful serenity

Have waited six months into our RV life to start reviews for fair comparisons. Spent 5 nights. This was our introduction to ACE campgrounds and we were sold right away. Huge site right on the lake. So peaceful. Not a whole lot to do in the park (fine by me, happy to stare at a lake) but nice long walk to the dam, some reasonable mountain biking quick drive away.

Site18
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2021

Nice campgroud, but dated.

This is a nice campground, but seems to be in need of some TLC,  The layout tends to give some sites a very good view and lots of room while others are very close, all have picnic tables and fire rings.  The sites tend to be on the small side also, but there are some suitable for larger rigs and plenty of overflow parking.  Bathrooms, though older, were clean and well maintained. The dump station has only a single drain, so last minute checkout leads to long lines.  Cell service was good as was over the air TV.  We stayed in a 30' motorhome and would not have had room for another vehicle on site.  Some sites have room for a tent, some don't.  We found it to be kind of noisy from traffic over the dam and on the road alongside the campground.

Site26
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2020

Depends on which spot you pick

Lots of walking trails. Beautiful lake views. Unlike other COE campgrounds in the area, this one is open year round. The entry and exit can be kind of tight getting in or out with trailer. Bring leveling blocks. The spot I stayed in required about 4” side to side. Some spots were water view and quite spacious. Other spots were actually kind of awkward. A look at the campground map for a site near the water would be your best bet.

Reviewed Feb. 29, 2020

On Beautiful Lake Hartwell

Great COE Campground with the best camp host I have ever met. He was always happy and funny too. Lots of great sites on the lake. Most sites are large with trees.

  • Review photo of Watsadler by Mike K., February 29, 2020
  • Review photo of Watsadler by Mike K., February 29, 2020
  • Review photo of Watsadler by Mike K., February 29, 2020
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Reviewed Oct. 2, 2019

Love Watsadler!

First time here, and we loved it! There was direct lake access from our campsite which was amazing. It is in a cove so it was quiet with hardly any lake traffic. Has 2 playgrounds & bath houses. 10/10 will come again!

  • Review photo of Watsadler by Kelly S., October 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Watsadler by Kelly S., October 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Watsadler by Kelly S., October 2, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 27, 2019

Glamping favorite

We like to camp but we don’t like to rough it so we call it Glamping. Watsadler has nice spacious sites. Only sites 1, 11 , 24, & 26 do not have access to the water. The rest are right at the waters edge. its quiet and well kept. But for us the best part is it is close to town, restaurants and grocery stores are just few miles away.

  • Review photo of Watsadler by Tracy M., June 27, 2019
  • Review photo of Watsadler by Tracy M., June 27, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Watsadler?

Camping at Watsadler can cost between $38.00 and $76.00 depending on the site.

Does Watsadler have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Watsadler has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Watsadler?

Watsadler allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

Are fires allowed at Watsadler?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Watsadler, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Watsadler have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Watsadler does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Watsadler?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Watsadler?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Watsadler. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Watsadler, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Watsadler?

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