Twin Lakes Day Use Area

About

Twin Lakes Day Use Area is a 152-acre recreation site on Hartwell Lake in Oconee County, South Carolina, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The facility is set within a dense overstory of pines and mixed hardwoods, providing ample shade for visitors. The day-use area features two designated swimming beaches with panoramic lake views, a two-lane boat ramp with courtesy dock popular for fishing tournaments, 27 picnic sites, two reservable picnic shelters with water and electric service, two comfort stations, and a playground. The boat ramp is heavily used during spring and summer and serves as a launch point for numerous fishing tournaments. This is strictly a day-use facility with no overnight camping permitted. The day-use area operates seasonally from May 1 through September 4, though the boat ramp remains open year-round. Day-use access costs $7 per vehicle.

Directions

From Interstate 85, take exit 14 to Highway 187 north. Immediately after passing Clemson Research Center, turn left on Fants Grove Road and follow directional signs to the park.