Center Hill Lake
This lake is home to 7 public marinas, and Edgar Evins state park, which offers camping, lodging and hiking trails. Other scenic options are Burgess Falls and Fanchers Falls with hiking trails and water access for boaters. There are also a number of public launch sites around the lake for day use boaters. Most marinas have food service from snacks and sandwiches to nice casual dining. July 4th is a great time to be at Center Hill, as many marinas do a fireworks display. Tent camping is available at numerous locations on the lake and lodging as well through AirBNB.

Center Hill Marina & Yacht Club
Cookeville Boat Dock
Edgar Evins Marina
Four Seasons Marina
351 Marina Dr, Smithville, TN 37166(
615) 597.7000
Amenities: Fishing / Marine Supplies, Launching Ramp, Parking Area, Private Boat Moorage, Restaurant / Snack Bar, Restrooms
Hidden Harbor Marina
2685 Casey Cove Rd, Smithville, TN 37166
615.597.8800
Amenities: Boat & Motor Rentals, Cabin Rentals, Camper Dumping Station, Camping Grounds, Store / Gift Shop, Electrical Hook Ups, Fishing / Marine Supplies, Houseboat Rentals, Launching Ramp, Parking & Picnic Areas, Playgrounds, Private Boat Moorage, Restaurant / Snack Bar, Restrooms, Tables and/or Grills, Water Hook Ups (Camping)
Horseshoe Bend Marina
Hurricane Marina
Pates Ford Marina
At Pate’s Ford they have Fishlips a fun location with great food and entertainment. Pate’s Ford is also the home to Wakefest and annual wakeboard competition held in mid August.
6323 Jefferson Rd, Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597.4807
Amenities: Boat & Motor Rentals, Cabin Rentals, Camper Dumping Station, Camping Grounds, Store / Gift Shop, Electrical Hook Ups, Fishing / Marine Supplies, Houseboat Rental, Launching Ramp, Parking Area, Private Boat Moorage, REstaurant / Snack Bar, Restrooms, Swimming Pool, Tables and / or Grills, Water Hook Ups (Camping)
Sligo Marina
Sligo Marina & Restaurant has had an ownership change and is undergoing a major renovation of the docks as well as the restaurant. The new owner also owns Pates Ford Marina at the headwaters of the lake. Sligo is located east of Smithville on the Sparta Hwy. The owner is also the owner of Tootsie’s along with several other popular eateries in Downtown Nashville.
350 Sligo Rd, Smithville, TN 37166
615.597.5245
Amenities: Boat & Motor Rentals, Cabin Rentals, Store / Gift Shop, Fishing / Marine Supplies, Launching Ramp, Parking Area, Private Boat Moorage, Restaurant / Snack Bar, Restrooms

Fishlipz Restaurant @ Pates Ford Marina
The Coppertop at Center Hill Marina
The Coppertop floating restaurant is open on a seasonal basis; primarily on weekends from mid-May — Labor Day. Our guests are offered their choice of inside seating or outside seating on our open picnic deck. We welcome large groups, although reservations are requested for groups of 8 or more.
The Galley Restaurant @ EDGAR EVINS MARINA
Wheelhouse Restaurant @ Sligo Marina
Sligo Marina & Restaurant has had an ownership change and is undergoing a major renovation of the docks as well as the restaurant. The new owner also owns Pates Ford Marina at the headwaters of the lake. Sligo is located east of Smithville on the Sparta Hwy. The owner is also the owner of Tootsie’s along with several other popular eateries in Downtown Nashville.
350 Sligo Road, Smithville, TN 37166
Wheelhouse Restaurant Hours:
October Hours
Friday 11AM – 9PM
Saturday 11AM – 9PM
Sunday 11AM – 7PM