Elrod Ferry
Campground · Georgia · 2 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Hartwell Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 2
- Bookable sites
- up to 90
- People per site
- 672 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Elrod Ferry Recreation Area is a 39 acre site situated on a gently sloping point that overlooks the lake near Hartwell Dam. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 gatehouse/entrance, 37 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 2 playgrounds, 3 designated swim areas/beaches, 1 volleyball pit, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. The area experiences intense public use during the peak recreation season.Recreation
Boating and water sports top the list of popular activities. A boat ramp is available for visitors' convenience, and three designated swimming beaches are located around the facility.Facilities
The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 gatehouse/entrance, 37 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 2 playgrounds, 3 designated swim areas/beaches, 1 volleyball pit, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.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
- 2 bookable sites
- 2 sites for day use only
- Up to 90 people per site
- Loops: EFER
Site types
- 2 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Grills
- Shade
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, pets allowed.
2 campsites at Elrod Ferry
Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EFER | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | — | 60 | |
| 2 | EFER | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | — | 90 |
Getting there
From Hartwell, GA, travel approximately 2.5 miles on Highway 29 North. Turn left onto Elrod Ferry Road, and after a mile follow the brown directional signs to the facility. 1387 ELROD FERRY ROAD, Hartwell GA 30643
34.36250, -82.85694 · 34°21'45.0"N 82°51'25.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 91°F in Jul, down to 53°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 53 | 57 | 64 | 73 | 81 | 88 | 91 | 89 | 83 | 74 | 64 | 56 |
| Low °F | 32 | 35 | 40 | 48 | 58 | 66 | 70 | 69 | 63 | 51 | 40 | 35 |
| Precip in | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.9 | 3.6 | 3.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2 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 Elrod Ferry
- Can you reserve a site at Elrod Ferry?
- Yes, Elrod Ferry is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Elrod Ferry have?
- 2 sites.
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Contact
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.
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