Broyles

Campground · Georgia · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Hartwell Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

1
Bookable site
up to 36
People per site
665 ft
Elevation
Shelter at Broyles
Photo: Nathan Dinehart · Recreation.gov

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.

The facts

  • 1 bookable site
  • 1 site for day use only
  • Up to 36 people per site
  • Loops: BROY

Site types

  • 1 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

  • Shade
  • Campfires allowed — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Broyles

Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
1BROYGroup Shelter Electric—Paved—36

Getting there

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

34.51472, -82.82833 · 34°30'53.0"N 82°49'42.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 53°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F535765738187908983736355
Low °F333642495867707063514136
Precip in4.13.94.33.63.74.23.83.93.73.13.64.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Broyles

Can you reserve a site at Broyles?
Yes, Broyles is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Broyles have?
1 site.
Are campfires allowed at Broyles?
Campfires are not allowed at Broyles.

Camping near Broyles

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.