Center Hill Lake Tennessee | Waterfalls & Things To Do

Waterfalls + Local Attractions

Burgess Falls, Fancher Falls and Twin Falls at Rock Island are accessible by water.

There are also several other waterfalls on the lake and in the surrounding area.

Center Hill Lake is much more than a lake. There are several giant waterfalls on this lake that make this place a true destination. Kayak, canoe, boat or take a jet ski to the bottom of one of the waterfalls!

Looking to hit a few hiking trails? We have several of those too. Browse local hang out spots and make plans to be at the lake!

Be sure to note: this is subject to water level. At times, you will have to walk to the waterfalls.

There are also several waterfalls in this area around the lake. Most were just recently opened to the public.

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Ragland Botton Center Hill Lake | Tennessee

Ragland Bottom Campground + Rec Area Center Hill Lake
1410 Ragland Bottom Rd, Sparta, TN ‎38583
Ramp, camping, parking, pocnic area + shelter, playground, fishing, handicap access, swimming area, hiking trails

Floating Mill on Center Hill Lake | Tennessee

Floating Mill Recreational Area at Center Hill Lake
430 Floating Mill Ln, Silver Point, TN 38582 Camping, Ramp, Swimming Areas

6 Places to Go this Fall (to see the Leaves)

Where to spend a day at Center Hill Lake this fall (even if you don’t have a boat). Hiking, waterfalls, attractions.

2021 July 4th Fireworks Show Schedule | Center Hill Lake Tennessee

Celebrate July 4th at the lake. 2021 Fireworks Show Schedule

Fancher Falls Waterfall on Center Hill Lake | Tennessee

Waypoint: 36.000570 / -85.619013 80' Waterfall on Center Hill Lake accessible by water. Great for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and boating Also known as Taylor Creek Falls / 80' high Mist Falls is directly by this waterfall, a narrow waterfallCenter Hill Lake feels...

Center Hill Lake State Parks

Three state parks border Center Hill Lake. Burgess Falls, Edgar Evins and Rock Island all contain portions of the lake’s shoreline.

Rock Island State Park

One of three state parks that border Center Hill Lake!

Guest 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.”

Accessing Burgess Falls Waterfall by Water

How to get to Burgess Falls waterfall on Center Hill Lake and everything you need to know!

Burgess Falls State Park

The super popular waterfall you can get to on Center Hill Lake! Hike the falls or pull up in your boat!

Edgar Evins State Park & Marina on Center Hill Lake

Edgar Evins State Park & Marina on Center Hill Lake in Tennessee. 6,000-acre park provides scenic views in addition to cabins and campsites. On-site marina with a restaurant and gift shop.