South Carolina / Oconee County

Twin Lakes

Open — Open year-round with reservations available via Recreation.gov. Gate opens at 7:00 a.m. and locks at 10:00 p.m. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period.

About

Twin Lakes Recreation Area is one of the most popular campgrounds on Lake Hartwell, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This 152-acre facility consists of dense pine and mixed hardwood forest situated on moderate to gently sloping terrain along the eastern shore of the lake. The campground features 102 public campsites, all equipped with water and electric hookups, making it suitable for both RVs and tent camping. The facility is well-appointed with five comfort stations offering hot showers, two dump stations, five playgrounds, and a designated swim beach. Day-use facilities are separated from camping areas to prevent user conflicts and include 27 picnic sites, two standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, a two-lane boat ramp, courtesy dock, two comfort stations, playground, and two designated swim beaches. The campground includes paved roads and parking throughout. Located just five miles from Clemson and Clemson University, Twin Lakes provides convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, and gas stations while maintaining a natural setting along Lake Hartwell's 962 miles of shoreline. The site experiences very high occupancy rates throughout the year and serves as Hartwell Lake's highest producer of camping revenue. Boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and biking are popular activities, with multiple trails throughout the shoreline area.

Directions

Take Interstate 85 to exit 14 and merge onto Highway 187. After passing Clemson Research Center, turn left onto Fants Grove Road and follow directional signs to the park.

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