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 miles up the Caney Fork River, where visitors come to enjoy boating, fishing and water sports. The 415 miles of forested shoreline provide excellent hiking, hunting and camping opportunities.
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Currently open - Apr 9 to Oct 31
Location Hurricane Bridge
Address:
6889 Cookeville Highway
Smithville, TN, 37166
United States
From I-40, take exit 273. Merge onto US-56 south and continue for approximately 7 miles 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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.0289 / -85.7475
Elevation: 215 feet
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: June 3, 2026
Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers