Historic downtown Hartwell is a Georgia Main Street City. The Hart County Historical Society and Museum (706-376-8590) 
pays homage to the times gone by. With the renovation of the downtown historical area antique shops, and specialty stores are not a rare find in this community. Plan to spend a weekend touring homes, shopping and dining at the restaurants and eateries. When you head over to Franklin County be sure to stop by the Center of the World located on Hwy 29 South. This is a sacred Cherokee Indian Assembly ground that the Cherokees considered to be the center of the world.
Lake Hartwell has over 960 Miles of shoreline and approximately 56,000 acres of water. On a lake of this size everyone can enjoy boating, skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and sailing. 
If fishing is your sport, the 21 fish species in Lake Hartwell will keep your pole jumping. Campers find the relaxation and enjoyment of being in well maintained campgrounds in the areas 5 state campgrounds, 4 Army Corps of Engineers camp grounds or spending a Saturday night at Clem's Shoal Creek Music Park with breath taking views and bluegrass, country and gospel music.
Golfing in the Lake Hartwell area is at its best. Cateechee Golf Club offers 475 acres designed by renowned architect Mike Young and built in 1998. Cateechee wanders through 474 acres of spectacular natural landscape. Golfing in the Lake Hartwell area is at its best.
We hope you enjoy your visit to our "neck of the woods". If you have questions concerning the area, please feel free to give us a call at 706-376-4756.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
LODGING
Jameson Inn
706/376-7298 or Toll Free Reservations 800/541-3268
941 Anderson Hwy. , Hartwell, GA 30643
Day/Nite Inn
706/376-4707
1679 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell, GA 30643
Best Western - Lake Hartwell Inn & Suites
706/376-4700
1357 E. Franklin St., Hartwell, GA 30643
Cateechee Golf Club
Four executive suites, Hartwell, GA 30643
706/856-GOLF
The Skelton House (Victorian Bed and Breakfast)
706/376-7969
97 Benson St., Hartwell, GA 30643
The Emma Kay House (Bed & Breakfast)
706/376-1851
253 Benson St., Hartwell, GA 30643
Shuler Manor (Bed & Breakfast)
706/377-3550
714 Early Dr., Hartwell, GA 30643
HARTWELL LAKE-CAMPING/CABINS/RECREATION/ACCESS AREAS
Hart State Park - Hart State Park is located three miles north of Hartwell off U.S. 29. The park has 76 tent and trailer sites as well as two cottages on its 147 acres. The park hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and the office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Camping. cottages, playground, beach, picnic area.
706/376-8756. Toll Free Reservations 800/864-7275
Also see the Georgia State Parks Reservations page. *A TWO-NIGHT MINIMUM IS REQUIRED FOR WEEKEND RESERVATIONS, AND A THREE-NIGHT MINIMUM IS REQUIRED FOR MEMORIAL DAY, LABOR DAY, AND INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKENDS.
1515 Hart State Park Rd., Hartwell, GA 30643
-Lakefront Cabins, Campsites, Picnic Shelters, Beach, Boat Ramps, Special Events
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Lake Hartwell - Information on Lake Hartwell , including building project, environment, shoreline, office is located by dam near Hartwell.
706/856-0300
Toll Free Reservations 888/893-0678
P.O. Box 278 , U.S. Hwy. 29, Hartwell, GA 30643
-Campgrounds, Recreation Areas, (picnic shelters, beaches) Boat Ramps, Special Events
PRIVATE CAMPING:
Clem's Shoal Creek Music Park
706/356-1092
I-85 and Rt. 77 (Exit 59), Lavonia, GA 30553
REAL ESTATE RENTALS
All-Hart Realty - Joanie Haley 800/446-4258
RENTAL HOMES:
Hartwell Lakeside Vacation Rental : Waterfront cottage rental
Mountain Lakes Vacation Rentals : Lakefront Homes & Cabin Rentals
Marinas
Hartwell Marina
Full service marina & boat sales. Gas, launch ramp, (706)376-5441
706/376-5441
149 Hartwell Marina Road, Hartwell, GA 30643
Gordon's Marine Service, Inc.
706/376-3355
1057 Lightwood Rd., Hartwell, GA 30643
New Harbor Light Marina
Gas, boat rentals, launch ramp
706/356-4119
1476 Harbor Light Marina Rd., Lavonia, GA 30553
Big Water Marina
864/226-3339
S. Hwy 29, Starr, SC
Kayaks
Foothills Outfitters, Inc. The ultimate source for outdoor gear and clothing that's built for adventure and travel.