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Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

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Map of Primitive Sites Available on Center Hill Lake in 2021
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Pet Friendly

About Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

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.

Number of accommodations: 13

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
Big Hurricane - Site 1, Loop: Big Hurricane - Site 1
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Crowder Cove - Site 5, Loop: Crowder Cove - Site 5
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Davies Island East - Site 6, Loop: Davies Island East - Site 6
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Davies Island North - Site 8, Loop: Davies Island North - Site 8
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Davies Island West -Site 7, Loop: Davies Island West -Site 7
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Eagle Creek -Site 9, Loop: Eagle Creek -Site 9
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
East Shore - Site 10, Loop: East Shore - Site 10
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Falling Water - Site 11, Loop: Falling Water - Site 11
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Pedigo Point - Site 14, Loop: Pedigo Point - Site 14
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Pine Creek -Site 15, Loop: Pine Creek -Site 15
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
South Shore -Site 17, Loop: South Shore -Site 17
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Squirrel Tail - Site 19, Loop: Squirrel Tail - Site 19
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
White County Access -Site 20, Loop: White County Access -Site 20
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (28)

What Guests Are Saying

Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas offers beautiful views and a prime location for exploration, making it a great spot for camping. Many visitors appreciate the cleanliness of certain sites and the proximity to water. However, some campers faced challenges locating the sites due to inadequate signage, muddy conditions, and issues with accessibility, which detracted from their experience.

Review Summary

3.4
28 reviews
5
35.7%
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4
25.0%
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7.1%
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10.7%
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21.4%
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Dalton E

Verified

January 17, 2025 Stayed at: White County Access -Site 20, Loop: White County Access -Site 20

5

I was not able to experience the campsite, as I was in a car accident on the way. I still feel like it deserves feedback. The reservation process was very easy and, when I had a question about it, the Corps of Engineers rep was very helpful. I look forward to trying again soon.

Matthew A

Verified

December 5, 2024 Stayed at: Pedigo Point - Site 14, Loop: Pedigo Point - Site 14

5

Awesome site. Loved it.

Dana R

Verified

November 24, 2024 Stayed at: Pine Creek -Site 15, Loop: Pine Creek -Site 15

1

This campsite is not legitimate. The directions require you to go through a locked gate and past a backyard shooting range. Very unsafe. We did not find the campsite because of the restrictions. My refund request was refused, even with reasoning of the site being inaccessible and un safe.

Tomas D

Verified

November 16, 2024 Stayed at: South Shore -Site 17, Loop: South Shore -Site 17

4

Would be 5 stars if trash was better looked after. Seems to be a place that locals go for a lunch spot. Luckily a trash bag was on site, so I cleaned up a bit the place with that.
Very primitive, just what I was looking for.
Water was only 100 ft away at the most.

Zeke R

Verified

July 1, 2024 Stayed at: Davies Island East - Site 6, Loop: Davies Island East - Site 6

5

Pleasant camp site. Been here a couple times, and it's decently easy to access by boat and is pretty cozy.

Zeke R

Verified

July 1, 2024 Stayed at: Eagle Creek -Site 9, Loop: Eagle Creek -Site 9

5

Nice water view, plenty of space. People do roll their boats pretty close to the shoreline, so you will have some boat noise from fishers and the occasional early morning water skiier.

Aleksey B

Verified

April 1, 2024 Stayed at: White County Access -Site 20, Loop: White County Access -Site 20

2

We booked this site last minute as there wasn’t anything else available. Very steep grade coming in and folks trying to access the boat ramp. A lot of trash everywhere and smells reaching the sleeping area.

Tiffany S

Verified

January 13, 2024 Stayed at: East Shore - Site 10, Loop: East Shore - Site 10

5

Favorite site!

James A

Verified

October 30, 2023 Stayed at: East Shore - Site 10, Loop: East Shore - Site 10

5

Great location and clean, well kept

Amy L

Verified

September 12, 2023 Stayed at: South Shore -Site 17, Loop: South Shore -Site 17

4

We love staying at South Shore campsite. We were there in July and noticed someone had left and old canopy frame near the trail leading up to the campsite. Sadly, it was still there when we returned on our most recent visit in September. We hauled off the old tent but could not load the frame that was left lying by the shore. Does anyone ever come by to maintenance such weed eat tent placement areas or check up on the campgrounds to ensure cleanliness for the next visitors? If you do not have anyone to inspect these areas, it would definitely be something that is needed. I work for the State and I was a little disappointed to realize that funding may not be allocated to upkeep these beautiful areas to those who love the outdoors. If you ever receive funding to add a position for this type of maintenance, please contact me. We could definitely do better to preserve our spaces!

Location Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

Address:
158 Resource Lane
Lancaster, TN, 38569
United States

Highway access

The campground is located near US Highway 70, offering access to the area. Interstate 40 is approximately 20 miles to the north, providing additional access.

Latitude & Longitude: 36.1023 / -85.8298

Elevation: 166 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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