Center Hill Lake
Tennessee
Center Hill Lake is located in middle Tennessee, just east of Nashville.
Originally created in 1948 by a dam constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Center Hill Lake is 64 miles long covering an area of 18,220 acres. With roughly 415 miles of shoreline and rolling ridge tops, Center Hill Lake and the surrounding small towns are the state’s absolute best of the best.
Major tributaries of the lake include the Caney Fork and the Falling Water River. Edgar Evins, Burgess Falls and Rock Island State Park contain portions of the lake’s shoreline. Peaceful coves lead to large waterfalls and other falls can be found near the lake.
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At a Glance.
attractions & things to do:
Window Cliffs in Baxter, Tennessee
A 275-acre state natural area near Burgess Falls & Cookeville Boat Dock.
read moreRock Island State Park
One of three state parks that border Center Hill Lake!
read moreFlight Tours with Tennessee Flying Machines
Gain a new perspective of Center Hill Lake from a bird’s eye view! Tour the lake, waterfalls, and surrounding area with country music star & legend Aaron Tippin & his crew.
read moreMusic City Jet Bikes
Jet bike rentals at Center Hill Lake
read moreGuest Post: Edgar Evins State Park Pontoon Cruise
By Mireille Koester of the Cookeville Review. Guided by state park ranger. “The best fifteen dollars I’ve spent in a long time.”
read moreScenic Bee Rock Overlook
A panoramic lookout point near Center Hill Lake with a nearby Bed & Breakfast. Located in Monterey, Tennessee
read moreBelle and Beau Acres: Off-Grid Camping
An off-grid camping experience in Baxter, Tennessee near Center Hill Lake. Rated 2nd Best of Tennessee HipCamp.
read moreWaterloo Falls
A low key waterfall near Center Hill Lake.
read moreAccessing Burgess Falls Waterfall by Water
How to get to Burgess Falls waterfall on Center Hill Lake and everything you need to know!
read moreBurgess Falls State Park
The super popular waterfall you can get to on Center Hill Lake! Hike the falls or pull up in your boat!
read moreThe Burlap Room Beer Garden & Dispensary
Facts: The largest beer garden in Tennessee! And the coolest place around.
read moreEdgar Evins State Park & Marina
Edgar Evins State Park & Marina on Center Hill Lake
read moreThings to Do at Center Hill Lake
A weekend itinerary at Center Hill Lake. What to do when you’re in town!
read more10 Hiking Trails around Center Hill Lake
Love hiking? There’s no better place to hit the trails than around Center Hill Lake!
read more7 Scenic Places near Center Hill Lake
Don’t just enjoy Center Hill Lake! There are countless other hot spots around the lake!
read moreCummins Falls State Park
The coolest (and most popular) waterfall in Tennessee. Located in Cookeville, Tennessee.
read more12 Waterfalls around Center Hill Lake
You didn’t know about all the waterfalls around the lake? You’ve been missing out.
read moreMaps of Center Hill Lake.
Local Guides
Visiting the area or not familiar with the lake? Get in touch with a local guide!
Are you a local guide? Offer guided tours of waterfalls, coves, etc? An instructor who offers wakeboarding/surfing or ski lessons? Add your name to the list!
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Center Hill Lake
Tennessee
Center Hill Lake
Tennessee
