About Watsadler
Number of accommodations: 49
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (1246)
What Guests Are Saying
Watsadler campground is highly praised for its friendly and helpful staff, well-maintained sites, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite among families. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean campsites with convenient access to amenities and nearby restaurants. Some reviews mention issues with restroom facilities and water temperature, but overall, visitors express enjoyment and a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Watsadler campground is highly praised for its friendly and helpful staff, well-maintained sites, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite among families. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean campsites with convenient access to amenities and nearby restaurants. Some reviews mention issues with restroom facilities and water temperature, but overall, visitors express enjoyment and a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Billy J
VerifiedNovember 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: W1
This seems to be a reoccurring issue among corp of engineer parks, which is why so many are closing. Some of the camp hosts are amazing while some are grumpy and dislike anyone with children. There was a very clear double standard while we stayed over the Halloween holiday and I would recommend anyone with children to go to a state park, they are more welcoming. The last two days that we were there the Host was amazing, the other... not so much.
Marc H
VerifiedNovember 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: W42
Excellent campground! Sites are well laid out. Restrooms are clean. Host was courteous and helpful. Lake is beautiful. We walked from the campground all the way to Hartwell Dam.(maybe 2 miles one way)
Billy J
VerifiedNovember 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: W1
This seems to be a reoccurring issue among corp of engineer parks, which is why so many are closing. Some of the camp hosts are amazing while some are grumpy and dislike anyone with children. There was a very clear double standard while we stayed over the Halloween holiday and I would recommend anyone with children to go to a state park, they are more welcoming. The last two days that we were there the Host was amazing, the other... not so much.
Marc H
VerifiedNovember 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: W42
Excellent campground! Sites are well laid out. Restrooms are clean. Host was courteous and helpful. Lake is beautiful. We walked from the campground all the way to Hartwell Dam.(maybe 2 miles one way)
Steve C
VerifiedNovember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: W18
Was told my golf cart was approved to use. When I got there, I was told the cart could only be used to visit the restrooms. As I was in a self contanied RV that was not needed. Should have been told in advance. Paid for 4 days, but left the campground on 2nd day. Never took the cart off the trailer...Very upset as I have stayed in other ACOE campgrounds with no problems whatsoever. Needless to say, I will never return to this place.
Steve C
VerifiedNovember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: W18
Was told my golf cart was approved to use. When I got there, I was told the cart could only be used to visit the restrooms. As I was in a self contanied RV that was not needed. Should have been told in advance. Paid for 4 days, but left the campground on 2nd day. Never took the cart off the trailer...Very upset as I have stayed in other ACOE campgrounds with no problems whatsoever. Needless to say, I will never return to this place.
Sherri P
VerifiedNovember 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: W9
My husband and I had a fabulous time camping at Watsadler. I love the privacy that each site provides. Watsadler is our favorite place for a get away that is not too far from home.
Sherri P
VerifiedNovember 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: W9
My husband and I had a fabulous time camping at Watsadler. I love the privacy that each site provides. Watsadler is our favorite place for a get away that is not too far from home.
Lorinda M
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: W24
Nice pull in spot, handicap accessable, close to bath house, nice view, attendants are kind and helpful, I had an electric issue that turned out to be minor on my part, but attendant called out repair person to check the parks equipment to be sure it was not something on their end.
Lorinda M
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: W24
Nice pull in spot, handicap accessable, close to bath house, nice view, attendants are kind and helpful, I had an electric issue that turned out to be minor on my part, but attendant called out repair person to check the parks equipment to be sure it was not something on their end.
Location Watsadler
Address:
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
Watsadler Campground Address: 286 Watsadler Road, Hartwell, Ga 30643.
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 approximately 4 miles, take a Left onto Watsadler Road; entrance will be a short distance down on the right.
From I-85 South in South Carolina, take exit 14 (Hwy 187) and follow Hwy 187 until the 4-way stop with Hwy 29. Take a right onto Hwy 29 towards Hartwell, Georgia. After crossing into Georgia, continue approximately 1.5 miles and take a right onto Watsadler Road, campground will be a short distance down on the right.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.3439 / -82.8414
Elevation: 207 feet
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: June 5, 2026
