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As the nation's largest federal provider of outdoor and water-based recreation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you and your family to have a safe and enjoyable visit to one of the Corps' more than 400 lakes and more than 2,400 recreation sites nationwide. During your visit to these sites or the thousands of other federal lands and waters, we encourage you and your loved ones to always wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating or playing on or near the water. We need your help to reduce the number of water-related injuries and deaths. Visitor safety is the Corps' number one priority. We actively promote water and boater safety and education programs. For more on these efforts and recreation opportunities, visit www.Corpslakes.us

HESTERS FERRY (GA), GA

Description

For the ultimate get-away-from-it-all experience; try Hesters Ferry

For the ultimate get-away-from-it-all experience; try Hesters Ferry Campground on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. There are no metropolitan areas, no Campground on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. There are no metropolitan tourist spots, no shopping---just 26 shaded campsites on the lake. Located areas, no tourist spots, no shopping - just 26 shaded campsites on the on Fishing Creek, where it joins Thurmond Lake, this is reported to be some lake. Located on Fishing Creek, where it joins Thurmond Lake, this is of the best fishing on the lake. All the sites in Hesters Ferry are on the reported to be some of the best fishing on the lake.

water. Sites 1-16 are equipped with water and electrical hook-ups. A separate loop has 10 primitive sites.

All the sites in Hesters Ferry are on the water. Sites 1-16 are equipped with water and electrical hook-ups. A separate loop has 10 primitive sites.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Boating
  • Dump Station
  • Flush Toilet
  • Potable Water
  • Showers

Alerts and Important Information

Camping fees range from $12-$14 per night. Sites accommodate two tents or *Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance.* a RV and a tent. Pets are allowed if penned or leashed. Public use of For current lake conditions, contact the lake office at 1-(800)533-3478 alcohol is prohibited. Gates open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 10:00 p.m. ext. 1147. No alcohol. Maximum 4 vehicles per site. 2 night minimum stay on weekends and 3 night minimum stay on holidays. Visitor hours end at 9:30 check-in is 3pm and checkout is 2pm. Lake checkout may result in the charge of an additional night's camping fee. If you do not arrive within 24 hours of checkin time and date ,you will charged $20.00 plus first night use fees.
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.

Getting There:

Hesters Ferry (GA)
1864 GRABALL ROAD
Tignall GA 30668

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
33.9425, -82.55028

From Lincolnton, GA go 12 mi N on Hwy 79. Turn E onto Hwy 44; follow the From Lincolnton, GA, go 12 miles north on Route 79, then go east signs for 2 mi. on Route 44. Follow signs for 2 miles.
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Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (706)359-2746