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Center Hill Lake

Tennessee

350Listings$5K-$12.6M$97.6MTotal Value
Center Hill Lake, Tennessee

Center Hill Lake real estate is a top twenty market for lake homes and land in Tennessee.

There are typically around 90 lake homes for sale on Center Hill Lake, and around 280 lots and land listings available.

This lake is one of Tennessee's largest lakes and has 415 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport, Nashville International Airport, is only 61 miles away.

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About Center Hill Lake

Located DeKalb, Putnam, Warren, and White County of Tennessee

Center Hill Lake is 18,220 acres in size and its max depth is 195 feet. This lake is surrounded by 415 miles of shoreline. This lake features waterfalls, rocky bluffs and hardwood forests.

Hospitals and Transportation

Nearby is Ascension Saint Thomas DeKalb hospital and 30 miles away from Center Hill Lake is the Warren County Memorial Airport.

On the Water

Visitors love the recreational uses of the water. Guests bring pontoons, powerboats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, and fishing boats. Visitors also love to swim, water ski, go tubing, and wakeboard. This lake has 31 boat ramps, 25 recreation sites, 7 swimming areas, 388 campsites, 10 playgrounds, and 20 hiking trails. There are also places like the Center Hill Marina & Yacht Club, Edgar Evans Marina, and Hurricane Marina to obtain boat slips and other services. The fishing in Center Hill Lake is also a major feature of the area. Common species include black crappie, brown trout, channel catfish, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, walleye, and white crappie. Edgar Evans is the largest state park on Center Hill Lake. It covers 6,000 acres and features 12 miles of hiking trails. The park hosts events such as fishing lessons, kayak tours, and even wildflower walks.

Nearby

Center Hill is strategically located between Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville. Nashville is an hour away from Center Hill Lake and features music venues, restaurants, bars, and hotels. If you are looking to explore a city closer to Center Hill Lake, Cookeville is the perfect place. It has a variety of restaurants and shops to enjoy. Off the waters of Center Hill Lake are Burgess Falls, Cul-Car-Mac Falls, and Great Falls which visitors and locals love to explore and see. They all offer unique views and also serve as a swimming hole for guests. Another exciting attraction is Falcon Rest, which is a Victorian Mansion in McMinnville. This mansion gives visitors an extensive history lesson about the home and property as well as guided tours with its owner.

Experience

Center Hill Lake is an incredible place to experience. Do not miss your chance to explore this lake on your next visit.

Lake Overview

  • 415mi. of Shoreline
  • 190ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    State Park (Some)
    Mountains
  • Dam Name
    Center Hill Dam
  • Year Built
    1948
  • Managed By US Army Corps of Engineers
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    18,220
  • Public Boat Ramps
    9
  • Water Level
    Full Pool Year Round

Information

  • Counties: DeKalb County, Putnam County, Warren County, White County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass, Walleye, White Crappie
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Notable events: Smithville Fiddler's Jamboree and Crafts Festival, Lester Flatt Memorial Bluegrass Day
  • Interesting facts: The tailwater from the dam stays around 48 degrees year round.
  • Known for: Deep Waters
  • Landmarks: Edgar Evins, Burgess Falls, and Rock Island State Park
  • Other notes: A wildlife exhibit is located at the Resource Manager's Office within Center Hill Lake Information Center.