Elrod Ferry
ELROD FERRY
Part of Hartwell Lake
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.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.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.Important Notices
- 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.
- Boat Ramp is available year round. Day Use area open from 1 May - 9 September.
NO AMPLIFIED SOUND SYSTEMS.
Available Activities
- Fishing - Fishing
- Boating - Boating
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Swimming - Swimming
- Swimming Site - Swimming Site
- Water Access - Water Access
Directions
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
Cancellation Policy
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.
Contact Information
Phone: 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE
5625 ANDERSON HWYHARTWELL, GA 30643
