Center Hill Lake is an 18,000-acre lake on the Caney Fork River between Smithville and Cookeville, about an hour east of Nashville.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Center Hill Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Steep bluffs, waterfalls and deep, clear water give it a mountain-lake feel, and Edgar Evins State Park has a marina on its shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Center Hill Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Center Hill Lake with no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Center Hill Lake.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Center Hill Lake.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Center Hill Lake at a glance
| Location | Smithville and Cookeville |
|---|---|
| Size | About 18,000 acres |
| Shoreline | About 415 miles |
| River | Caney Fork River |
| Dam | Center Hill Dam, 1948 |
| Park | Edgar Evins State Park |
Best things to do on Center Hill Lake
- Wakesurfing – deep, clear water on calm mornings.
- Jet skiing – bluffs and hidden waterfalls.
- Water skiing and tubing – long open reaches.
- Fishing – walleye, smallmouth and bass.
Where to launch at Center Hill Lake
- Edgar Evins State Park – state park with a marina.
- Corps ramps – public launches around the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Center Hill Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Tennessee requires an observer 12 or older or a wide-angle mirror when towing.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Tennessee.
Tennessee boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one whenever the boat isn't docked or tied up, even when drifting, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires a 170-degree wide-angle rear-view mirror or an observer 12 or older besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, marinas and near docks and swimmers.
Map of Center Hill Lake
Center Hill Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Center Hill Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Center Hill Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Center Hill Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Center Hill Lake?
On the Caney Fork River between Smithville and Cookeville, about an hour east of Nashville.
Can you jet ski on Center Hill Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Center Hill Lake.
How big is Center Hill Lake?
About 18,000 acres, with around 415 miles of shoreline.
Are there waterfalls on Center Hill Lake?
Yes. Several waterfalls spill into the lake's coves.