Watsadler Campground
Courtesy dock at boat ramp
Watsadler entrance sign
Watsadler Gatehouse
Watsadler Campground Boat Ramp

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Available sites

49 total sites

About Watsadler

Watsadler Campground is a 36 acre site consisting of a relatively dense cover of pine and mixed hardwoods. The area is open year-round and is one of Hartwell’s most popular camping destinations. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 51 public campsites with full water/electric hookups, 3 comfort stations (2 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 playgrounds, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

49 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 02, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 03, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 04, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 05, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 06, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 07, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 08, Loop: W1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 09, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 10, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 11, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 12, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 13, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 14, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 15, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 16, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 17, Loop: W9 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 18, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 19, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 20, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 21, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 22, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 23, Loop: W18 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 24, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 25, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 26, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 27, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 28, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 29, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 30, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 31, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 32, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 33, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 34, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 35, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 36, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 37, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 39, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 40, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 41, Loop: W24 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 42, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 44, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 45, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 46, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 47, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 48, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 49, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 50, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 51, Loop: W42 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel

Reviews (1329)

What Guests Are Saying

Watsadler campground has received numerous positive reviews highlighting its clean facilities, friendly staff, and well-maintained grounds, making it a favorite for frequent campers. Many guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, spacious sites, and convenient location near shopping and dining options. However, some reviews mention areas needing improvement, such as bathroom cleanliness, maintenance of certain sites, and restrictions on golf carts, which detracted from their overall experience.

Review Summary

4.5
1329 reviews
5
70.2%
933
4
19.7%
262
3
6.2%
82
2
1.8%
24
1
2.1%
28

Phillip J

Verified

September 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: W18

5

Camp ground was very nice but site 18 you can’t get your camper level

David L

Verified

September 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: W18

5

The site was well maintained. Showers needed cleaning. With the rain we had l was impressed how well the drainage of the site was excellent. All in all a very good stay

Della W

Verified

September 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: W9

5

We love to camp and this is the best campground to relax and enjoy camping.

Kevin B

Verified

September 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: W24

5

Sites were well spaced apart and all seemed level. It had a large lake and was easily seen by all the sites that was around us. Our site was site 40 and shade trees with a nice breeze off the lake. The dump station was clean and adequate to maneuver. Again Army Corp does nice and makes people feel good about being there.

Mark K

Verified

September 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: W9

5

Had a nice spot on the lake. Easy access. Good water pressure and no problems with power either. Lot was not level so required about 3-4” of blocks on one side but that’s not a real issue either.
My only complaint is they close and LOCK the gate at 10pm. You CAN NOT come or go after 10 pm. I guess if you have an emergency you have to wake the camp host up to get out. That is insane!!!!

JOY B

Verified

September 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: W24

5

Fantastic campground. We love a quiet , peaceful experience and Watsadler always delivers

Richard S

Verified

September 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: W24

2

We stayed on site 28. The site itself was great. However since the water is so low the mares tail brush was so over grown and thick you could not access the water very well. It needs to be cut and maintained while the water is so low. So least you can enjoy the view from the site. We love this campground and we camp there 3or 4 times a year. But was disappointed this trip. Please do better maintaining the shore line while the water is so low.

Jayne S

Verified

September 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: W24

5

Clean camping. Friendly hosts.
Seen an eagle in the tree, right outside our camper.
Hartwell, GA, is close by if you need anything you forgot (Walmart, Quality Foods, Ingles, Belks, Carto, Home Depot). Can’t forget DQ!

Phillip R

Verified

September 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: W1

5

Beautiful campground on Lake Hartwell from the GA side. Our site gace us a beautiful view of the lake. Unfortunately, we only spent one night on our way back home, so we didn’t get to really explore the campground or the adjacent area.

Kyrie S

Verified

October 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: W42

5

Great campground! We enjoyed our stay so much we booked again for Halloween weekend! The only thing that stood out to me on a negative note was that the women's room showers at the bathhouse near the boat launch were a little sketchy -- I'd definitely recommend shower shoes and something to stand on after you shower. It was odd because the rest of the bathroom was really clean. But overall a great experience.

Location & Directions for Watsadler

Note: This Is Not The Address For Campground. Mail All Campground Correspondence To: , Us Army Corps Of Engineers Hartwell Lake, 5625 Anderson Hwy, Hartwell, GA 30643 United States

Elevation: 207 ft

Getting There

<p>Watsadler Campground Address: 286 Watsadler Road, Hartwell, Ga 30643. <br>From I-85 North in Georgia, take exit 177 onto Highway 77 towards Hartwell, Georgia. In Hartwell, take Hwy 29 North towards Anderson, South Carolina. Continue approxim...

Nearest town

Hartwell, GA - 6 mi

About 13 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • The entrance gate opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m.; check-in must be completed before 10 p.m.
  • Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out is at 2 p.m.

Site types & loops

  • Only one wheeled camping unit is allowed per site, and it must be parked on the designated gravel area; tents are also restricted to this area.

Vehicles & parking

  • Off-road vehicles, including golf carts and electric scooters, are not allowed in the campground.
  • Only registered vehicles are allowed; each site can register up to 3 vehicles, which must be parked in designated gravel areas.

Safety & rules

  • Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the premises.
  • The maximum stay is 14 days within a 30-day period; changing names or campsites to extend this stay is prohibited.
  • Fireworks and firearms are not allowed in the campground.
  • Campsites must be kept clean, with trash properly contained and removed; do not leave litter behind.
  • Inflatables and carnival-type rides are not allowed in the campground.

Pets

  • Pets must be either caged, penned, or leashed (maximum 6 feet); pets are not allowed on swim beaches, playgrounds, or in restrooms.

Fees & deposits

  • Senior and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount on camping fees, but must show their pass and ID at check-in.

Site capacity

  • A maximum of 10 campers are allowed per site, and all campers must be at least 18 years old and occupy the site.

Utilities

  • Gray water must be disposed of at the campground dump station.

Fires & fuel

  • Campfires must use only dead wood from the ground and must be contained in designated fire rings; do not move firewood.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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