About Elrod Ferry
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Volleyball
Year-round
Fishing
Volleyball
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Swimming
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Playground
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (9)
What Guests Are Saying
Elrod Ferry is a favorite destination for annual family gatherings, particularly on the 4th of July. Reviewers appreciate its cleanliness, spaciousness, and convenient location near a swimming area. Overall, it is described as a beautiful and enjoyable place.
What Guests Are Saying
Elrod Ferry is a favorite destination for annual family gatherings, particularly on the 4th of July. Reviewers appreciate its cleanliness, spaciousness, and convenient location near a swimming area. Overall, it is described as a beautiful and enjoyable place.
Review Summary
Latisha G
December 18, 2019
Great park
Sandee G
January 10, 2020
We arrived to the site to find a very large group of people at the pavilion that I reserved. It took more than an hour for a n employee to come to the site and get the people to leave. I was hosting a birthday party for my son, so invitations had stated a certain time for the party.
We were not able to set up and decorate the area as planned.
The facility should be patrolled and if areas are rented, those pavilions should be checked to make sure the right people are using it.
Terry W
January 13, 2020
Our employee appreciation day turned out great. We had around 100 employees show up and no complaints. parking for the company was a little pricy for a large group. But the overall experience was great. A special thanks to Park Ranger Lewis Scott Lusk for all his help. The lake was beautiful and Elrod Ferry site was beautiful.
Cindy S
September 4, 2021
Our check in was smooth and the staff was friendly. The shelter area was clean and ready for us, and our boat rental from Big Water Marina was excellent.
Kerri C
September 4, 2021
Fantastic!
Henry Q
August 12, 2023
We had a wonderful time.. everything was clean and organized. We would definitely do it again!
Pavel S
June 21, 2025
Pretty place
Krysta S
July 12, 2025
Year after year we continue to book this shelter for our annual family 4th of July lake day and year after year we are impressed! It’s clean, spacious, conveniently located close to a swimming area. We love Elrod Ferry!
Gary M
June 7, 2026
Always enjoy Elrods Ferry. It is one of our favorite places
Location Elrod Ferry
Address:
5625 Anderson Hwy
Hartwell, GA, 30643
United States
Elevation: 206 feet
5.6 mi drive to downtown Hartwell (about 13 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Day-use only. Camping not allowed.
- There is a $7 user fee per vehicle.
- Shelter is reservable from 1 May - 9 September. Shelter reservations can be made 365 days in advance.
- Pets are allowed but must be kept on leash (6 ft or less) or otherwise physically restrained.
- Day Use area open from 1 May - 9 September.
- NO AMPLIFIED SOUND SYSTEMS.
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Last updated: August 23, 2026
