Big Oaks
This is a day-use area only; no overnight camping is allowed. The area is open year-round. The picnic shelter is available for reservation from April 1 through September 30.
About
Big Oaks Recreation Area is a popular 12-acre day-use facility located on Hartwell Lake near Hartwell, Georgia, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The gently sloping site features good grass cover and scattered pine and hardwood trees. No overnight camping is permitted at this location. The area provides a large reservable picnic shelter with water and electric service, 26 individual picnic sites, a two-lane boat ramp with a courtesy dock, a comfort station, and a playground. Boat launching costs $7 per vehicle. The shelter is available for reservation from April 1 through September 30. Big Oaks serves as the access point to a 2.75-mile paved walking and bicycling trail located atop the Georgia earthen embankment of Hartwell Dam. The site hosts numerous large special events annually, including the Hartwell Dam Run and Pre-Fourth Fireworks celebration.
Directions
From Hartwell, GA, take Highway 29 North towards Anderson, SC for about 5 miles. Big Oaks is located on the left next to the Hartwell Visitor Center and Manager's Office. Address: 5823 Dam Road, Hartwell, GA 30643.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 893-0678 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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