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Watsadler

Hartwell Lake

🏕️ CampgroundSavannah River LakesSouth Carolina⭐ 4.6 (924)
Watsadler
🟢 46 open windows as of Nov 3 — soonest Wed Nov 4–Fri Nov 6
2 of the last 95 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 3h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 49 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 1d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 10 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Watsadler in South Carolina has 46 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Wed Nov 4–Fri Nov 6. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Wed Nov 4 – Fri Nov 62 nightsbook these dates →sites W1 #02, W24 #24, W9 #10, #13
Sun Nov 8 – Wed Nov 113 nightsbook these dates →sites W18 #19, #20, #22, W24 #27, #28, #30, #31, #34, W42 #42, #44, #45, #47, W9 #10, #11, #13, #16
Sun Nov 8 – Tue Nov 102 nightsbook these dates →sites W1 #02, #05, #08
Thu Nov 12 – Sun Nov 153 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites W1 #08
Mon Nov 9 – Thu Nov 123 nightsbook these dates →sites W1 #04, W24 #24, #32, #36, #39, W42 #48, #49
Mon Nov 9 – Wed Nov 112 nightsbook these dates →sites W1 #03, #07
Tue Nov 10 – Fri Nov 133 nightsbook these dates →sites W24 #25
Tue Nov 10 – Thu Nov 122 nightsbook these dates →sites W24 #35, W9 #12

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite W1 #02 — Watsadler Site 2
Site W1 #02 · Watsadler Site 2USACE
Campsite W1 #02 — SITE 2 PHOTO 2
Site W1 #02 · SITE 2 PHOTO 2USACE
Campsite W24 #24 — Site 24
Site W24 #24 · Site 24USACE
Campsite W24 #24 — Site 24
Site W24 #24 · Site 24USACE
Campsite W9 #10 — Site 10
Site W9 #10 · Site 10USACE
Campsite W9 #10 — Site 10
Site W9 #10 · Site 10USACE
Campsite W9 #13 — Site 13
Site W9 #13 · Site 13USACE
Campsite W9 #13 — Site 13
Site W9 #13 · Site 13USACE
Campsite W18 #19 — Site 19
Site W18 #19 · Site 19USACE
Campsite W18 #19 — Site 19
Site W18 #19 · Site 19USACE
Campsite W18 #20 — Site 20
Site W18 #20 · Site 20USACE
Campsite W18 #20 — Site 20
Site W18 #20 · Site 20USACE
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 13.2 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger13.2 midirections →
⚡ ChargePoint16.7 midirections →
⚡ Tesla Supercharger17.5 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about May 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 45 openings at Watsadler over the last 30 days, on 28 separate days, most of them for stays 5–58 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $36–$76/nightRv ElectricStandard Electric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.6★★★★★921 ratings
5★656
4★185
3★51
2★15
1★14
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon3.2/4
AT&T3.1/4
T-Mobile3.0/4
Sprint retired3.4/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Watsadler FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Watsadler?

Watsadler in South Carolina takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Watsadler?

Campsite fees at Watsadler run about $36–$76/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Watsadler when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Watsadler often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Watsadler?

CampSage's scans caught 45 openings at Watsadler over the last 30 days, on 28 separate days, most of them for stays 5–58 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Watsadler a good campground?

Watsadler holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 924 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Watsadler?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Watsadler, Verizon rates highest at 3.2 out of 5 from 372 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Watsadler located?

Watsadler is located in Savannah River Lakes, South Carolina. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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