Long Branch
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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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 52 |
| RV with electric | 3 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 103 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
56 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 50 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 51 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 52 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 53 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 54 | GLOO | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 55 | GLOO | RV electric | Back-in | 48 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 56 | GLOO | RV electric | Back-in | 72 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 57 | GLOO | RV electric | Back-in | 87 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 01 | LBRA | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:30 PM, checkout 2:30 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 156 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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 town | Lancaster, Tennessee |
| Coordinates | 36.0993° N, 85.8318° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 5.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass ↗ | 31.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bink's Outfitters ↗ | 37.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
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.
- 2.2 miCenter Hill Marina ↗Boat launch
- 5.4 miHidden Harbor Marina ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Buffalo Valley SchoolBuilding · Buffalo Valley · 4.1 mi
- West End Church of Christ Silver PointBuilding · Silver Point · 5.1 mi
- Evans BlockBuilding · Smithville · 9.6 mi
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.
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.
Guidebooks for Tennessee
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- Campgrounds in and Around the Great Smoky Mountains National ParkGrueen Huffman, 2010Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Long Branch?
Sites at Long Branch are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Long Branch?
Check-in 3:30 PM, checkout 2:30 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Long Branch have?
61 sites, including 52 standard sites with power, 3 RV sites with electric, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Long Branch?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Long Branch have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Long Branch?
Amenities like flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for guests.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Long Branch?
Yes, pets are allowed at Long Branch. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Long Branch?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Long Branch?
Fishermen come to Long Branch to experience trophy trout fishing on the river, which is stocked with rainbow and brown trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Long Branch?
Lancaster, Tennessee. The Center Hill Lake Resource Managers Office is located across the river next to the Buffalo Valley Recreation Area.
Source: Getting there
What if Long Branch is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas (0.2 mi), Floating Mill Park (5.4 mi), and Ragland Bottom (10.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby