Springfield
Hartwell Lake — lakeside, fishing
Location: HARTWELL, SC, SC
Price: From $38 per night
Price range: $38–$76 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (718 reviews)
Season: May through October
Springfield Campground is one of Hartwell’s most popular camping destinations consisting of 60 acres of primarily Virginia pine and some mixed hardwoods. The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (4 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.The area presently offers 1
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/springfield to be notified when sites open up.
Springfield Campground is one of Hartwell's most popular destinations with 79 public campsites across 60 acres of Virginia pine and mixed hardwoods. Google reviewers consistently praise clean facilities, dedicated water spigots and electric hookups at each site, and excellent amenities including a swim area, boat launch, and multiple playgrounds.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo, Red-shouldered Hawk, Blue Jay, Northern Cardinal, and Spiny Softshell documented in the area.
Insider tips for Springfield: Book early — this is a popular federal campground All 79 public campsites have full water and electric hookups (contrary to earlier concerns) Six comfort stations available including 4 with showers
Skip Springfield if: You need camping outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You plan to visit during low water periods — lake levels can be significantly reduced.
Best time to visit Springfield: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Crescent (HARTWELL, SC), Broyles (HARTWELL, SC), Elrod Ferry (HARTWELL, GA), Singing Pines (HARTWELL, SC).
Cell Phone Coverage at Springfield
Cell signal at Springfield (HARTWELL, SC): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Springfield Campground is one of Hartwell’s most popular camping destinations consisting of 60 acres of primarily Virginia pine and some mixed hardwoods. The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (4 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout.The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (3 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, 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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
All 79 public campsites have full water and electric hookups (contrary to earlier concerns)
Six comfort stations available including 4 with showers
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take exit 11 onto Highway 187 south. Turn on Providence Church Road and follow signs to the park. 1915 PROVIDENCE CHURCH ROAD Anderson, SC 29625
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
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