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Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas
Lancaster, TN
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21 Tent
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- Operator:931-858-3125
- Email:centerhilllake@usace.army.mil
- Address:158 Resource Lane · Lancaster, TN · 38569
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About
Overview
Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping is a unique camping experience at designated areas across Center Hill's 415 miles of shoreline. Primitive camping offers a unique rustic lake front camping experience. Remote locations along the shoreline offer campers a peaceful nature experience. Most designated tent sites are accessible only by boat; while a few can be reached by road.
Campers are advised that these areas are remote, primitive sites. Cellular service may be non-existant or limited. Water or electric including restroom facilities of any kind are not availabile. Campers desiring on-site attendant, security, and law enforcement services are encouraged to use developed campgrounds where such services are provided. These services are not provided for primitive camping.
Recreation
Primitive camping
Center Hill Lake is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise filled with camping, fishing, boating, and hiking experiences. Center Hill Lake is known for its fishing opportunities and host a lot of fishing tournaments.
Facilities
No water, electric, or restroom facilities. Sites have signage and a fire pit.
Natural Features
Lake view rustic camping experience surrounded by mature hardwood trees. Fishing and boating only a few steps from your designated camping site.
Nearby Attractions
Edgar Evins State Park, minutes from Center Hill Dam, sits on the shores of the lake. An observation tower at the Visitor Center offers a spectacular view of Center Hill Lake and the surrounding hillsides.
Burgess Falls State Park is a 35-minute drive from the dam. Here, the Falling Water River drops approximately 250 feet, creating numerous breathtaking waterfalls. Hiking trails and overlooks help visitors enjoy the scenery. The large Native Butterfly Garden is a popular attraction within the park.
Rock Island State Park is approximately one hour from the dam. Rock Island is located near the confluences of three rivers that make up Center Hill Lake; the Caney Fork, the Collins, and Rocky Rivers.
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Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (21)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas
Trail
Caney Fork River and Buffalo Valley Trail
Tennessee
1.0 mi157 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Highland Rim Nature Trail
Tennessee
1.4 mi453 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Millennium Trail Loop
Tennessee
2.3 mi607 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
John C. Clayborn Millennium Trail and Merritt Ridge Trail Loop
Tennessee
7.3 mi1,972 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Lost Spring Trail
Tennessee
1.2 mi486 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Upper and Lower Lake Trail Loop
Tennessee
1.0 mi289 ftgain
Moderate
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