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Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

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US Army Corps of Engineers
21Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
21Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground

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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Reported fields across the 21 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.

Party limit
21
Vehicle limit
4
Vehicle length
0
Driveway entry
0
Shade
21

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The campsite mix

Tent Only Nonelectric
21

Operator directions

Directions to primitive camp sites start at the nearest USACE facility.  The GPS coordinate "Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas" is for Center Hill Dam. 36°05'52.3"N 85°49'32.4"W or 36.097869, -85.825653

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THE ACTUAL SITES

21 published campsite records

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SITE / LOOPTYPEEQUIPMENT LIMITSPEOPLE / VEHICLESDRIVEWAYELECTRIC / SHADE
Site Big Hurricane - Site 1
Big Hurricane - Site 1
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Britch Creek - Site 2
Britch Creek - Site 2
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Cane Hollow - Site 3C
Cane Hollow - Site 3C
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown
Fifth Wheel: limit unknown
Hammock: limit unknown
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: limit unknown
Pop Up: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
5 vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Cane Hollow -Site 3A
Cane Hollow -Site 3A
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown
Fifth Wheel: limit unknown
Hammock: limit unknown
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: limit unknown
Pop Up: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
5 vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Cane Hollow -Site 3B
Cane Hollow -Site 3B
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown
Fifth Wheel: limit unknown
Hammock: limit unknown
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: limit unknown
Pop Up: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
5 vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Cherry Creek - Site 4
Cherry Creek - Site 4
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Crowder Cove - Site 5
Crowder Cove - Site 5
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Davies Island East - Site 6
Davies Island East - Site 6
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Davies Island North - Site 8
Davies Island North - Site 8
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Davies Island West -Site 7
Davies Island West -Site 7
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Eagle Creek -Site 9
Eagle Creek -Site 9
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site East Shore - Site 10
East Shore - Site 10
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Falling Water - Site 11
Falling Water - Site 11
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Fancher Falls -Site 12
Fancher Falls -Site 12
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Irwin Hollow -Site 13
Irwin Hollow -Site 13
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Pedigo Point - Site 14
Pedigo Point - Site 14
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Pine Creek -Site 15
Pine Creek -Site 15
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Sink Creek - Site 16
Sink Creek - Site 16
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site South Shore -Site 17
South Shore -Site 17
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site Squirrel Tail - Site 19
Squirrel Tail - Site 19
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
Not reported vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes
Site White County Access -Site 20
White County Access -Site 20
Source updated: 2025-12-02
Tent Only Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
10 people
5 vehicles
N/A
Not reported
N/A
Shade: Yes

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