Coneross Park

Hartwell Lake — lakeside, fishing

Location: HARTWELL, SC, SC

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$76 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (485 reviews)

Season: May through October

Coneross Campground is a moderately sloping, heavily wooded 136 acre site of mixed hardwoods and pines. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include: 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 106 public use campsites (94 with full water and electric hookups and 12 primitive sites with impact pad only), 4 comfort stations with showers, 2 dump stations, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 4 playgrounds, 2 designated swim areas/beaches, and associated paved roads and

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/coneross-park to be notified when sites open up.

Coneross Park offers 106 sites on 136 wooded acres with lake access, boat launch, and swimming beach. Google reviewers praise the quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, shaded sites, and responsive refund policy.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Red Bat, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Eastern Box Turtle, and Eastern/Gray Ratsnake Complex documented in area.

Insider tips for Coneross Park: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. 94 of 106 sites include full water and electric hookups despite some outdated information suggesting otherwise. Dual dump stations available for RV waste management. Two designated swim areas and beaches on Lake Hartwell.

Skip Coneross Park if: You need year-round camping — seasonal operations end in October.. You require water/sewer hookups at primitive sites — 12 sites offer impact pad only..

Best time to visit Coneross Park: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Oconee Point (HARTWELL, SC), Twin Lakes (Sc) (HARTWELL, SC), Broyles (HARTWELL, SC), Springfield (HARTWELL, SC).

Cell Phone Coverage at Coneross Park

Cell signal at Coneross Park (HARTWELL, SC): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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HARTWELL, SC, SC★ 4.4 (485 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Coneross Campground is a moderately sloping, heavily wooded 136 acre site of mixed hardwoods and pines. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include: 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 106 public use campsites (94 with full water and electric hookups and 12 primitive sites with impact pad only), 4 comfort stations with showers, 2 dump stations, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 4 playgrounds, 2 designated swim areas/beaches, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include: 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 106 public use campsites (94 with full water and electric hookups and 12 primitive sites with impact pad only), 4 comfort stations with showers, 2 dump stations, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 4 playgrounds, 2 designated swim areas/beaches, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. Hartwell Lake is a man-made lake bordering Georgia and South Carolina on the Savannah, Tugaloo and Seneca Rivers.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV60 ft
Hookups94 electric sites
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDump StationBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
ShowersFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need year-round camping — seasonal operations end in October.✕ You require water/sewer hookups at primitive sites — 12 sites offer impact pad only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

94 of 106 sites include full water and electric hookups despite some outdated information suggesting otherwise.

Dual dump stations available for RV waste management.

Two designated swim areas and beaches on Lake Hartwell.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Eastern Red Bat, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Eastern Box Turtle, and Eastern/Gray Ratsnake Complex documented in area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take Exit 11 onto Highway 24 towards Townville. About 1.5 miles past Townville, turn right onto Coneross Creek Road. Follow signs to the park entrance. 699 CONEROSS PARK ROAD, Townville, SC 29689

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Hartwell Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Hartwell Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Coneross Park cost per night?+
Coneross Park costs $26–$76 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Coneross Park open?+
Coneross Park is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Coneross Park have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Coneross Park?+
Coneross Park can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Coneross Park?+
Coneross Park is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Coneross Park?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Coneross Park is rated moderate. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Coneross Park open, and what are check-in times?+
Coneross Park is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$26 /night★ 4.4 (485)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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