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Long Branch (Center Hill Lake)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — LANCASTER · Tennessee · Center Hill Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Center Hill Lake |
| Location | LANCASTER · Tennessee · Center Hill Lake · 36.09925, -85.83180 · Map |
| Sites | 56 public sites counted from the federal listing — 52 standard electric; 3 rv electric; 1 group picnic area |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 61 of 56 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 61 of 56 sites Sewer hookups at 3 of 56 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 3 of 56 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 156 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 60 sites · 30 ft: 60 sites · 35 ft: 60 sites · 40 ft: 60 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:30 PM · Out 2:30 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 61 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Boat rampDrinking waterFish cleaning station |
| Phone | 615-548-8002 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-07-25.
From the official listing
Overview Long Branch Campground is located below Center Hill Dam on the scenic Caney Fork River in central Tennessee's Highland Rim.
Above the dam, the lake stretches 64 miles up the river, where visitors come to enjoy boating, fishing and water sports. The 415 miles of forested shoreline provide excellent hiking, hunting and camping opportunities.
2025 Events: The annual Halloween event will be held Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Recreation Fishermen come to Long Branch to experience trophy trout fishing on the river, which is stocked with rainbow and brown trout. Fly fishers and spin fishers alike enjoy this beautiful river and its abundant fish.
Canoeing and kayaking on the Caney Fork River has become a favorite pastime for campers and sightseers alike.
The Buffalo Valley Nature Trail is located just across the river from the campground. It provides access to the Caney Fork and is a very popular area for trout fishermen. The area has great wildlife viewing opportunities.
Boating, water skiing and canoeing are popular activities above the dam on Center Hill Lake. Facilities The campground offers 60 campsites with water and 50-amp electric hookups. A large, day-use group picnic shelter is also available, with water and electric hookup.
Amenities like flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for guests. A boat ramp, fish cleaning station and playground are all conveniently located within the campground. Natural Features Long Branch is surrounded by the lush mixed hardwood forests of the hilly Highland Rim region. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, squirrels and rabbits roam the wooded hills in the area. Nearby Attractions The Center Hill Lake Resource Managers Office is located across the river next to the Buffalo Valley Recreation Area. Edgar Evins State Park sits on the lake shore about 5 minutes from Long Branch. An observation tower at the Visitor Center offers a spectacular view of Center Hill Lake and the surrounding hillsides.
Directions, from the listing
From I-40, take exit 268 and merge onto US-96 west. Continue for 5 miles to the end of Center Hill Dam, then turn right on SR-141. Follow signs into campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
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7 mi straight-line · SMITHVILLE TennesseeUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersRagland Bottom
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Trip Card — Long Branch (Center Hill Lake)
LANCASTER · Tennessee · Center Hill Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | LANCASTER · Tennessee · Center Hill Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 61 · full hookups at 3 |
| Max RV | Up to 156 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 56 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232630 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.