Big Hart Campground and Camping
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About the Campground
Big Hart Campground is located at the confluence of Big Creek and Hart Creek on the western end of beautiful J. Strom Thurmond Lake, the largest Corps of Engineers lake project east of the Mississippi River.
Twelve miles from Thomson, Georgia, and approximately 40 miles from Augusta, Georgia, this campground has 31 sites with water and 50 amp electric hook-ups, all spacious and shaded. The campground is adjacent to Big Hart Recreation Area, with a swimming beach, playground, and boat ramp. Big Hart features a group camp area with seven sites all with water and 50 amp electrical service and includes a large picnic shelter with 30 amp electrical service, water and a grill.
Services & Amenities
| Within Facility |
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Courtesy Dock
- Dump Station
- Flush Toilet
- Playground
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- Potable Water
- Showers
- Swimming - Beach
- Vault Toilet
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Fees
Peak Season
Apr 01 2010 -
Oct 30 2010 |
STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$22.00 |
| GROUP STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$154.00 |
Peak Season
Apr 01 2011 -
Oct 31 2011 |
STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$22.00 |
| GROUP STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$154.00 |
|
Alerts and Important Information
Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance.
2 night minimum on weekends.
3 night minimum on holidays.
Gates open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 10:00 p.m.
Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is 2:00 p.m.
Late check-out may result in the charge of an additional night's camping fee.
Visitor hours end at 9:30 p.m.
Public use of alcohol is prohibited.
Maximum 4 vehicles per site.
Scooters, ATV's and golf carts are prohibited. Persons with disabilities may make special arrangements at the Visitor's Center.
For current lake conditions, contact the lake office at (706) 595-8613.
Think Water Safety! Visitors are encouraged to wear life jackets at all times while on or around the water. Swimmers should use designated swim areas and never swim alone.
If you are looking for the day use site, please search for : BIG HART (GROUP SHELTER) (GA)
Campground Contact Information
Open From: Jun 16 2010 to Jun 14 2011
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations:
Big Hart
Campground Phone: 706- 595-8613
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
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More About Big Hart Campground
Big Hart is a campground located in Evans, Georgia. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -82.51028 latitude, and -82.51028 longitude into your GPS device.
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