About Hurricane Bridge
Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area is located on the shores of the scenic Center Hill Lake on central Tennessee's Highland Rim.
The lake stretches 64 mi up the Caney Fork River, where visitors come to enjoy boating, fishing and water sports. The 415 mi of forested shoreline provide excellent hiking, hunting and camping opportunities.
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Currently open - Apr 9 to Oct 31
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
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Location & Directions for Hurricane Bridge
6889 Cookeville Highway, Smithville, TN 37166 United States
Elevation: 215 ft
Getting There
From I-40, take exit 273. Merge onto US-56 south and continue for approximately 7 mi to the Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area entrance on the right.
Highway access
Hurricane Bridge is accessible via I-40, taking exit 273. From there, US-56 south leads directly to the campground entrance approximately 7 miles away.
Policies & Rules
General
- Day-use fee for boat ramp collected at the park by kiosk.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- Any organization wishing to use the Day Use Area for a fishing tournament must receive a Special Use Permit from the Resource Managers Office. Please call 931-858-3125 for more information.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026