Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area

PARK PROGRAMS

  • Pinnacle Mountain Day Hike

    Every season offers its own unique experience on the trails. Pinnacle Mountain is a strenuous hike with plenty of beauty to behold. This round trip hike of over 8 miles will lead us through the hardwood forest past several streams to a scenic lunch stop on an outcrop overlook. Fall will be nearing its peak and we'll take it all in along the way.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Frontier Encampment

    Travel back in time to the years immediately following the American Revolution when Oconee Station was a frontier outpost. Learn what life was like for the frontiersmen of this bygone era. This program will include a variety of period-related activities such as rope making, cooking and black powder demonstrations.
    Oconee Station State Historic Site

  • Fall Foliage Walk

    Forest colors should be at their peak and there is no better time to enjoy autumn's beauty. This guided walk follows a section of an old CCC trail along Pinnacle Lake. Insights about seasonal changes within the forest ecosystem will be shared along the trail.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Stool Mountain Day Hike

    As the peak of fall nears, hike to the top of Stool Mountain to enjoy the richness of the season. Great views and fascinating geology are included in this unique trip which is approximately 4 miles round trip with some off-trail hiking.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Music on the Mountain

    Enjoy traditional Blue Grass music as local musicians gather at the historic Table Rock lodge for a jam session.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Autumn Backpacking

    As autumn is starting to gradually fade into winter, enjoy nature in a wilderness setting along the Foothills Trail. The outing will begin at Gorges State Park in North Carolina and cover 18.3 miles back towards Table Rock as it passes beautiful waterfalls, streams, and the splendor of the changing forest. The trip is rated strenuous due to length and sections of steep terrain.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Winter Bald Eagle Survey

    Join park rangers on a slow boat cruise around the perimeter of beautiful Lake Jocassee in hopes of spotting majestic bald eagles. January is nesting season for bald eagles. We could see eagles engaged in nest building or improvements, already sitting on eggs, or even feeding forays. Lake Jocassee is a protected wilderness area and home to some of the state's most impressive wildlife including black bears and bald eagles, so who knows what we might see. Experience seeing our nation's symbol of freedom in the stunning backdrop of the Jocassee Gorges region! This program is designed for adults (16 and older). Cold weather is expected and participants will be on a pontoon boat for extended time periods. Plan appropriately.
    Devils Fork State Park

  • Winter Bird Count

    In support of the nation-wide Great Backyard Bird Count, observations will be made at Table Rock. The information we gather will contribute to a broad study by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology of winter bird populations in North America. Participants can enjoy a morning of birdwatching as we seek out a variety of species in wooded, weedy, and wetland habitats.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Boating Safety Tips and Fishing Regulations of Lake Hartwell

    It's time to check your boat and test your knowledge of fishing on Lake Hartwell. Staff at Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area and Department of Natural Resources enforcement officers will discuss boating safety and etiquette as well as fishing regulations on Lake Hartwell, then check your boat to make sure your next outing is safe and enjoyable.
    Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area

  • April's Array

    April is the peak for woodland floral attractions. This trail walk will display a variety of wildflowers and other plants that can be found in the mountains. Discover what blooms in our forested habitats during the spring season.
    Table Rock State Park

  • Mountain Birding

    Table Rock is a designated Important Bird Area in South Carolina and a variety of birds can be seen and heard among wooded, weedy, and wetland habitats. During this morning walk common and uncommon species will be identified by means of prominent field marks, vocalizations, and other behaviors.
    Table Rock State Park

Contact Information

19138-A HWY 11 S
Fair Play,SC 29643
Phone: (864) 972-3352
Oconee CountyFair Play