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Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

21 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas is a 21-site campground in Center Hill Lake near Lancaster, Tennessee. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Lancaster, TN · Map and directions
Campsites
21 (21 tent-only)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(931) 858-3125

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.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Defeated Creek Park

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Salt Lick Creek Campground

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Dale Hollow Damsite Campground

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Frequently asked questions

Does Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.