About Lake Harding

Situated on the Georgia - Alabama border in Harris County, Lake Harding covers 5,850 acres with more than 150 miles of shoreline. While considerably smaller than many of the surrounding lakes, Lake Harding still offers all of the amenities that one would expect. Only a short drive from Columbus, Georgia and Opelika, Alabama, Lake Harding provides a quiet waterfront getaway for those who are fortunate enough to visit.

Formed by the Bartlett's Ferry Dam, which was originally built in 1926 by Columbus Power Company and then sold in 1930 to Georgia Power, Lake Harding sits on the Chattahoochee River and contains many islands, including the famous Houston's Island where you can see the ruins of an old lake house still standing. Considered a true gem, Lake Harding draws visitors throughout the year looking to boat, ski, sail, fish, and any number of other water-related activities. There is also a significant portion of these visitors who end up buying a home of their own on Lake Harding.

There are also many campgrounds surrounding Lake Harding to satisfy those seeking both an outdoor and a lake vacation. Blanton Creek Park is one of the more famous areas along Lake Harding for campers to reside. Situated along the central border of Georgia and Alabama, Lake Harding gives many looking for a more secluded and laid back lake vacation a unique option. Another great aspect of Lake Harding is that those in the Atlanta, Georgia area only have about an hour and a half drive to this wonderful lake.

With much of the surrounding shoreline already developed, vacationers should not have much trouble finding a waterfront rental property. Those looking to purchase some lakefront real estate have numerous options as well. Lake Harding provides an exceptional vacation spot and home site for anyone looking for a quiet, beautiful lakefront experience.

Communities: Auburn, Columbus, LaGrange, Lanett, Opelika, West Point

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