Welcome to Fake Hartwell
Not the lake you know. Better.
Get the Merch
Not the lake you know. Better.
Get the MerchNestled between the states of confusion and denial, Fake Hartwell is the lake that never asked to be famous but here we are. With over 962 miles of shoreline (we measured with a really long string), this body of water has been disappointing swimmers and confusing GPS systems since the Army Corps of Engineers said "what if we just... flooded that town?"
Whether you're here to witness the majestic beauty of a Walmart bag floating at sunset, listen to the soothing sounds of jet skis at 7 AM on a Saturday, or simply argue about who has the right of way at the boat ramp, Fake Hartwell has something for everyone who has very low expectations.
Things to see (if you squint)
From the legendary Submerged Shopping Cart to the Haunted Cove of Lost Flip-Flops, our attractions are 100% real and definitely not made up.
Food that exists
Our restaurants serve food that is technically edible and occasionally delicious. Try Bubba's Bait & Buffet for the full "why did I eat that" experience.
Things that happen (allegedly)
Don't miss the Boat Ramp Argument Championship or the Great Dock Collapse Memorial 5K. Participation trophies for everyone.
Of water that's somehow always the wrong temperature
Each mile more confusing than the last
Georgia and South Carolina still arguing about who owns the good parts