Long Branch

The Long Branch boat ramp and campground provide paddlers and boaters with access to the scenic Caney Fork River, located at the base of Center Hill Dam in central Tennessee. This is the primary access point for those wishing to explore the Caney Fork, as the river is largely surrounded by private property elsewhere.

The boat ramp is part of the Long Branch Campground, which is a reservable federal facility managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The campground offers basic amenities like picnic areas and restrooms, but no specific details are provided about the boat ramp itself. Nearby, the Buffalo Valley Nature Trail crosses the river and is a popular destination for trout fishing.

Paddlers should be aware that the Caney Fork River below the dam can have a swift current, so proper safety precautions are advised. The river flows for 64 miles upstream from the dam, providing opportunities for both short day trips and longer multi-day excursions. Those looking to enjoy the lake above the dam can also access Center Hill Lake from the Long Branch facilities.

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. 
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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.

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