Hurricane Bridge

The Hurricane Bridge access site on the Caney Fork River and Center Hill Lake provides a convenient boat ramp and dock for kayakers, canoeists, and other recreational boaters. Located just off US-56 near Smithville, Tennessee, this federal recreation area offers a large picnic shelter, restrooms, and basic amenities.

The Caney Fork River is a scenic, meandering waterway that flows for 64 miles through the Cumberland Plateau before emptying into the expansive Center Hill Lake. This lake offers over 415 miles of forested shoreline, providing excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Paddlers can explore the tranquil river or venture out onto the broader lake from the Hurricane Bridge access point.

While overnight camping is not available at this specific site, the nearby Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas provide reservable campsites within 10 miles. Other recreation destinations like Edgar Evins State Park and the Appalachian Center for Crafts are also located along the Caney Fork River, making the Hurricane Bridge access a convenient starting point for exploring the region's natural beauty.

Overview
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.Recreation
Boating, water skiing, canoeing and...

Overview
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.Recreation
Boating, water skiing, canoeing and fishing are popular activities on the water.

Anglers will find bream, walleye, smallmouth bass, crappie, catfish and white bass. Below the dam, the Caney Fork River is one of the most productive trout fisheries in the state.

Nine miles of hiking trails meander around the lake. The OId 56 Trail is located in the recreation area, and provides 0.9 miles of a paved walking trail. Facilities
This large day-use picnic shelter can accommodate up to 125 guests. Water and 15-amp electric hookups are provided, as are flush toilets and drinking water. Two boat ramps and a dock are located on-site.
Natural Features
Center Hill Lake is surrounded by lush mixed hardwood forests in the hilly Highland Rim region. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, squirrels and rabbits roam the wooded hills around the lake.

Hurricane Bridge is located on a peninsula, providing sweeping lake views on three sides of the picnic area.
Nearby Attractions
Edgar Evins State Park, about 20 minutes from Hurricane Bridge, sits on the shores of the lake. An observation tower at the Visitor Center offers a spectacular view of Center Hill Lake and the surrounding hillsides.

Burgess Falls State Park is a 30 minute drive from the campground. Here, the Falling Water River drops approximately 250 feet, creating numerous breathtaking waterfalls. Hiking trails and overlooks help visitors enjoy the scenery. The large Native Butterfly Garden is a popular attraction within the park.

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