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J. Strom Thurmond Lake - COE/Big Hart
J Strom Thurmond Lake, also known as Clarks Hill Lake, is a reservoir located along the Savannah River on the Georgia-South Carolina border. It is the largest lake in the southeastern United States and is named after the late U.S. Senator Strom Thurmond. The lake is located in McDuffie, Columbia, Lincoln, and Wilkes counties in Georgia and Aiken, Edgefield, and McCormick counties in South Carolina. The lake is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, camping, and other recreational activities. The lake is also home to Big Hart State Park, located in Thomson, Georgia. The park offers camping, fishing, swimming, and other outdoor activities.
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- Recreational Facilities
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
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User Reviews
Dean Wainwright
We had to change from other campground. I am so happy we found Big Hart. Almost all the campsites are pull through. And huge. The sites are very far apart. We stayed 2 weeks and wanted to stay longer. It was peaceful. I walk the entire park every day. I barely saw another person. You can walk to the lake from almost every site.
Jim Thornton
Very nice sites along the lake side very quiet and clean they are still recovering from hurricane debris so keep that in mind when visiting but I would recommend 100%
Chris Bloomfield
A most excellent campground! The manager is wonderful and does a great job. The sites are nice and spread out. All around a jolly good place to camp.
Raymond Ingham
What a beautiful surprise. We were looking for an overnite spot on our way home and we're fortunate to get spot 28. It is lakeside with a huge site and even grass for the dog. Beautiful views, no road noise and just about perfect... Pulled in, parked w/o unhooking camper and it was perfectly level. I checked out the bathroom... Spotless and hot showers... Okay this now makes the list of top 5 campgrounds we have stayed at! Staff were very friendly and helped us get the reservation over the phone. Note there are no sewer hookups but there is water/electric and a dump station. We will be back!
Sharon-Reggie Crawford
This is our 2nd time here, we came about 2+ years ago. It's a beautiful park, very clean, nice and quiet. We're at #5 this time, and it's mostly shaded, with water view. Easy to put in kayak, sit, or lay in a hammock by the water. Spot #3 looks even better with 180 views of water, so I'll probably book it next time.
Precious GEMM
It's beautiful, my home away from home!
Gary Usry
My wife and I spend a lot of time there, it's our home away from home!
Dale C
Nice place clean restrooms Ms Sue Ellen at the gate is awesome. Units bigger that 30 feet could have some problems in some of the spots even though they are pull thru. Definitely will stay again A+++
Lisa Braverman
Simply, we were sad to leave this beautiful, peaceful retreat. The sites are place so there is plenty of privacy. The grounds are very well kept. There is plenty to do like fishing, birdwatching, hiking, etc. Or you can just sit and enjoy the nature that surrounds you. The campground hosts were spectacular. Super helpful and friendly. Even thought the campground is tucked away, it was easy to locate. Our 30’ fifth wheel did fine on the roads inside the park. We can’t wait to return.
Robin Grant
We love this place. It's our home away from home. We love it so much we recently got married at the group site. SueEllen is an amazing host. She's always helpful and friendly. She's another reason to stay there. Lots of lake sites.