Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(706) 356-4362
NOTICE:
- The swimming area and one of the two boat ramps are closed and will remain closed for the foreseeable future due to low lake levels.
Situated on a wooded peninsula, Tugaloo's cottages and most campsites offer spectacular views of 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell in every direction. Some cottages even have private boat docks for overnight guests. Tent campers can choose between the developed campground or primitive campsites located a short walk from the parking area. Fishing is excellent year-round, and large-mouth bass are plentiful. During summer, the lake is a popular destination for swimming, water skiing, sailing and boating. Both the Crow Tree and Muscadine nature trails wind through oak, walnut, mulberry and cherry trees. The name "Tugaloo" comes from an Indian name for the river which once flowed freely prior to the construction of Hartwell Dam.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
Facilities
393 Acres
108 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25) - cable TV hookups
5 Primitive Campsites ($12)
20 Cottages ($110-$120)
Cottages #18 and #19 are dog friendly cottages
7 Picnic Shelters ($30-$70)
Group Shelter (seats 80, $80)
Pioneer Campground ($25)
Swimming Beach and Bathhouse
Tennis Courts
Activities
Fishing
Boating - 2 ramps
Hiking - 4 miles of trails
Canoe Rental (seasonal)
Volleyball
Horseshoes
Miniature Golf
Nearby Attractions
Victoria Bryant State Park and Golf Course
Traveler's Rest State Historic Site
Tallulah Gorge State Park
Ty Cobb Museum
Toccoa Falls
Hartwell Dam
Alpine Helen, Ga.
Commerce Factory Outlets
Richard B. Russell State Park and Golf Course
Great Lakes of Georgia
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Events
Snakes Alive
Saturday, Jun 7, 2008 8 PM - 9 PM
| This reptile program includes mounted displays and live snakes to view up close and personal. Program will take place at the park amphitheater. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Cherokee Way of Life
Saturday, Jun 21, 2008 8 PM - 9 PM
| Listen to a short talk with Native American Russ Bradley about Cherokee Indian history and the ways of the modern Cherokees. Program will be held at the park amphitheater. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Old Fashioned 4th
Saturday, Jul 5, 2008 10 AM - 5 PM
| Events will begin with our 9 a.m. bicycle parade. Old time games on the ballfield at 1 p.m. include sack races, three-legged races, various relays, egg and water balloon tosses and other events. At 3 p.m. we will hold our annual putt putt tournament for ages 12 and younger. $2 for putt-putt tournament, plus $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Blood Bought Gospel Music
Saturday, Jul 12, 2008 7 PM - 9 PM
| Enjoy contemporary gospel music at the beach pavilion overlooking the shores of Lake Hartwell. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Birds of Prey
Saturday, Jul 26, 2008 8 PM - 9 PM
| Meet at the amphitheater to learn about Georgia's birds of prey and the sport of falconry, plus see live birds and mounted displays. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Tugaloo Triathlon
Saturday, Sep 13, 2008 8 AM - 1 PM
| Watch or participate in this invigorating event that includes a 1.5k swim, 42k bike ride and 10k run. www.triatlanta.org. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Harvest Happenings
Saturday, Oct 25, 2008 7 PM - 9 PM
| Come to this lakeside park for a hayride, campfire and storytelling. $3 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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