Etymology & Historical Origin - Ishmael. Ishmael comes from the Hebrew name Yishma'el meaning âGod will hearâ. In the Old Testament or Hebrew Bible, Ishmael was the son of Abraham and half-brother to Isaac. His story is told in Genesis chapter 16. Abraham and his wife Sarah (Sarai) cannot conceive a child, so Sarah gives her Egyptian handmaiden, Hagar, to Abraham.
Boating, swimming and fishing are popular on 63-acre Trillium Lake. A small boat ramp is available within the campground and a larger ramp is available in the nearby day-use area. An accessible fishing pier is also available. Anglers cast for a variety of trout.
Hartwell Lake comprises nearly 56,000 acres of water with a shoreline of 962 miles. Generally the Tugaloo River section of the lake is considered the best area for water-skiing, both the Tugaloo River and the Seneca river are considered prime fishing areas and the Big Water area south of I-85 is the best area for sailing and large boats. Over 80 recreation and other areas provide plenty of public access.