Waterfalls + Local Attractions
Burgess Falls, Fancher Falls and 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!
Rock Island
Home of Great Falls, a 30-foot horseshoe cascading waterfall, located below the 19th-century cotton textile mill that it powered over 100 years ago. Also home to Twin Falls. Find out more.
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.
More Waterfalls + Hiking Trails to Discover
in the region
Virgin Falls | A Challenging 9 Mile Hike with Waterfalls
Are you up for a challenge? See Virgin Falls, Sheep Cave, Big Laurel Falls, Blue Hole, Big Branch Falls, and Martha’s Pretty Point.
Fall Creek Falls State Park | Tennessee’s Largest and Most Visited Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of Tennessee’s largest and most visited state parks. Featuring waterfalls, hiking, and more.
Cumberland Mountain State Park | Crossville, Tennessee
A 1586-acre park situated on the sandstone tableland of the Cumberland Plateau in Crossville, Tennessee. Camping, boating, hiking, fishing, and more.
Northrup Falls | Jamestown, Tennessee
A roughly 2 mile hiking trail featuring rock houses and 60′ waterfall. Located in Jamestown, Tennessee just outside of Allardt.
Ragland Bottom Center Hill Lake | Tennessee
A beach area at the lake great for swimming and spending the day.
Sunset Rock Overlook | Sparta, Tennessee
A must stop scenic overlook off Hwy 70 just east of Downtown Sparta. On the way up Bon Air Mountain just past Wildcat Falls
11 Places to See This Season in the Upper Cumberland
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Lost Creek Falls | Sparta, Tennessee
A rural 0.2 mile hiking trail featuring a waterfall and Lost Creek Cave. Film site for Disney’s 1994 Jungle Book.
Fancher Falls Waterfall on Center Hill Lake | Tennessee
Fancher Falls Center Hill Lake, Tennessee Waypoint: 36.000570 / -85.619013 80' Waterfall on Center Hill Lake accessible by water. Great for swimming, paddle boards, kayaking, canoeing and boating Also known as Taylor Creek Falls / 80' high Mist Falls is directly by...
Cane Creek Park | Cookeville, Tennessee
A popular park featuring a 56-acre lake, fishing piers, walking pathways, mountain bike trails, disc golf, concession stand and paddleboat, kayak and canoe rentals.
City Lake Natural Area | Cookeville, Tennessee
A 35-acre lake featuring hiking trails, waterfalls, and fishing spots. Kayakers welcome.
Welch’s Point | A Remote Lookout Point in Sparta, Tennessee
Welch’s Point located in Sparta, Tennessee, a scenic lookout point along with a hiking trail to Virgin Falls Waterfall.
Hiking Trails at Center Hill Lake
Favorite hiking trails near and around Center Hill Lake you need to see.
Center Hill Lake State Parks Along the Shoreline
Three state parks border Center Hill Lake. Burgess Falls, Edgar Evins and Rock Island all contain portions of the lake’s shoreline.
Cummins Falls State Park | Cookeville, Tennessee
A widely popular waterfall within a state park in Cookeville, Tennessee. Cummins Falls.
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You won’t find better hiking trails anywhere else than the Upper Cumberland Region of Tennessee! Cookeville, Center Hill Lake, Waterfall Hikes.
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11 Cool Waterfalls to Explore in Tennessee
11 Waterfalls in the greater Cookeville area to see. State parks. Waterfalls accessible on Center Hill Lake. Waterfall hikes.
Waterloo Falls Waterfall | Cookeville, Tennessee
Another amazing waterfall in the Upper Cumberland region. Waterloo Falls, Cookeville, Tennessee.
Window Cliffs State Natural Area | 200′ Cliff Views with a Waterfall in Baxter, Tennessee
A 275-acre state natural area near Burgess Falls & Cookeville Boat Dock.
Rock Island State Park | Center Hill Lake
One of three state parks that border Center Hill Lake!
Bee Rock Scenic Overlook | A Panoramic Scenic View in Monterey, Tennessee
A bird’s eye view of a panoramic scene. Located in Monterey, Tennessee.
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 | Sparta, Tennessee
The super popular waterfall you can get to on Center Hill Lake! Hike the falls or pull up in your boat!
10 Hiking Trails around Center Hill Lake
Love hiking? There’s no better place to hit the trails than around Center Hill Lake!
Tennessee
State ParksVisit one of three state parks along the shoreline at Center Hill Lake.