Center Hill Marina & Yacht Club is a full service marina facility conveniently located off of Hwy. 96 and I-40. This large marina offers over 600 boat slips, lakeview cabin rentals, pontoon rentals, and slip rentals. Center Hill Marina is tucked away in a beautiful cove. It has been a fixture on Center Hill Lake for around fifty years. To compliment the marina, they offer a lakeside restaurant; the wonderful Coppertop “Floating” Restaurant. It has been serving vacationers, locals and visitors for many years and offers excellent food in a casual atmosphere. Restaurant Manager Helen Maynard loves to tell about the best hand breaded catfish on Center Hill Lake and smiles when she talks about one of the dinner favorites at the Coppertop Restaurant, the “Redneck Nachos”. The “Redneck Nachos” are topped with hickory smoked barbecue, homemade barbecue sauce and salsa, white beans, and mozzarella cheese to create this delicious concoction. They are open during season, from April through October, on the weekends only. They have inside and outside seating and the Sunday only breakfast buffet is a lake favorite with all the wonderful breakfast food - including made-to-order French toast. Helen talks fondly of their homemade desserts and says that the banana pudding is “to die for”. Marina Manager Mistie Mauldin added that the chocolate pie and the peanut butter fudge pie are also irresistible. Come on down and enjoy Center Hill Marina & Yacht Club, maybe spend the weekend, drop by for dinner, and see why Center Hill Marina has been serving so many Nashvillians for decades. The Ship’s Store also offers summer clothing, boating and camping supplies, ice cream, cold drinks, snacks, and fishing tackle. Mistie and her crew take pride in keeping the service level high and want their customers to enjoy their vacation, take pleasure in their visit, and come back again real soon. Center Hill Marina & Yacht Club can be visited online at www.centerhillmarina.com or reach them by phone at 615-548-4315.
Cookeville Boat Dock is in fact a multi-generational family business that has been owned and operated by the Nash family since 1967. They are located on the northern shores of Center Hill Lake and close to one of Tennessee’s favorite State Parks - Burgess Falls State Park. Cookeville Boat Dock is known as the water sport experts at Center Hill Lake offering not only top brand merchandise such as O’Brien, Ronix, Hyperlite, Surftech and others at their Jet Ski/Pro Shop, but lessons, and expert advice. In the summer of 2010, the Cookeville Boat Dock will be offering a clinic on the water where tips and advice will be given by the pros - the manufacturers Ronix and Hyperlite. This is being offered as a service to the customers that have purchased these name brand water toys from the Pro Shop. These toys have been available at very competitive prices due to their direct buy from the manufacturers. You will often find owner, Frida and her daughter Kimberly, mother-daughter duo surfing buddies, enjoying the clear blue waters of Center Hill Lake by wake surfing or knee boarding. They can also be found out with the rest of the family (including Frida’s son Carl and daughter Christina that are also heavily involved in the business) tubing, boating or just enjoying the magic of the lake. Like many generations of families, Cookeville Boat Dock was the vacation destination of choice for Frida and her family since her father loved fishing. It became their home away from home during the summer creating many fond memories. Frida met Reece Nash and married into the family. She has enjoyed and worked in the marina for many years and still loves Center Hill Lake even though her beloved Reece has since past away. The high level of service expected by her family is one of their signature traits. They pride themselves on making the customer happy. With over 300 boat stalls, and some of the largest houseboat slips on the lake, Cookeville Boat Dock can moor your boat or rent you one of their excellent Leisure Kraft pontoon or deck boats with relative ease. The Lighthouse Restaurant at Cookeville Boat Dock has the best hand-breaded catfish in the world according to Frida. They delight themselves on serving quality food with amazing lake views and exceptional service. They also offer daily specials, pizza, hamburgers, and great sandwiches. The restaurant is open seasonally from April through October, seven days a week. On Sunday, they offer a non-denominational church service at 8:30AM. It is casual and all are welcome. Breakfast is served afterwards and this is a great time to give God glory and to enjoy the fellowship of boaters and vacationers. Independence Day is a real special day at Cookeville Boat Dock and each year they offer a great celebration with fireworks always held on the 4th of July. It is extremely important to them to hold their event on that day. Come see why Frida and her family fell in love with this awesome marina - the Cookeville Boat Dock on Center Hill Lake and see why their slogan is “Where the Middle of Nowhere is Somewhere!” Cookeville Boat Dock can be visited online at www.cookevilledock.com or by phone, 931-858-4008.
Edgar Evins Marina is a service orientated marina that prides itself on outstanding customer service. General Manager Kay Tuggle and her crew greet you with a smile and go out of their way to make sure that you have a great experience. Edgar Evins Marina is ideally located within the Edgar Evins State Park with thousands of acres of forest surrounding the marina for hiking, hunting, camping, picnicking, events, and so much more. The marina offers houseboat rental plans suitable for most any family budget, as well as, pontoon and boat rentals. It is well maintained and the character of the marina is accentuated by their lovely restaurant, The Galley. Chef Alan Albury will be delighting his patrons, marina slip owners, and visitors to a new enhanced menu with a nightly fresh pasta and salad bar loaded with fresh ingredients, lots of garlic and herbs, and delicious homemade Italian sauces. They will also offer a daily all you can eat catfish buffet including their delicious hush puppies, coleslaw, and of course - fresh catfish. The first Friday of each month, The Galley offers their all you can eat seafood buffet, which features different types of fresh seafood each month. The main item varies with such favorites as blackened grouper, crab cakes, shrimp, catfish, and so much more. Their new daily specials offer southern home cooked fare with a meat and two sides. The Galley is known for their homemade desserts. Their signature dessert is their variety of cheesecakes. The Galley also offers entertainment on most Saturdays at their expansive outdoor patio dining area, including karaoke, live music, or picking and grinning. Edgar Evins Marina is proud of their designation as a “Clean Marina” by the Corps of Engineers. This is a prestigious award on the lake. They also offer free pump-outs for each boat, a state-of-the art 24/7 credit card gas pump, well maintained boat docks and facility, and a great Ship’s Store managed by Myra which offers beach clothing, souvenirs, camping and grocery items, bait, fishing gear, tackle, and more. Come down and check out The Galley and Edgar Evins Marina. Have a bite to eat, look around, and say “hello” to Kay and her team. Experience her special southern belle smile and the great hospitality. They also offer WI-FI at the docks, the Ship’s Store, and at The Galley. Check your email while watching the docks and all the activity. You can reach Edgar Evins Marina by visiting their website at www.edgarevinsmarina.com or by calling them toll free at 888-858-5695.
Hidden Harbor Marina is another bona fide family owned and operated marina since 1989. Brian and Stacey Leiser moved from California thirteen years ago to join in the family business, including children Sean, Ryan, Samantha and Brandon. They all participate and love Center Hill Lake and the family marina. The marina is tucked well away from the hustle and bustle of the city. They pride themselves on being very service oriented and welcome every family that enters the marina and campground for a memorable stay. The Hidden Harbor Marina is nestled in the area of Center Hill Lake formerly known as the Holmes Recreation area. It offers shade trees, a picnic area, forest, hillside fishing, and a great campground which has 16 campsites with electric, water, and 9 rustic sites for tent camping. They have four new, one bedroom cabins with a queen size bed and a separate living room area with all the amenities. These cabins are perfect for a couple or a small family, or rent them all for a family reunion or multi-family vacation. Hidden Harbor Marina also offers new and well maintained houseboats and newer Leisure Kraft pontoon boats with 150 hp engines. They will even meet you with their shuttle service at your vehicle to offer transportation from your car to your boat. The Leiser family will greet you throughout the marina. At their Ship’s Store, they offer fishing bait/tackle and summer items such as sun tan lotion, soda, camping groceries, souvenirs or a loaf of bread. Stop by and have an ice cream or order one of their hamburgers with French fries as a way to celebrate summer at Center Hill Lake. They also offer complimentary air for your water toys and will help you blow them up! WI-FI is available at the dock, so if you must check emails, wireless is available. Hidden Harbor Marina is truly a gem on Center Hill Lake and it is quiet, kid friendly and conveniently located only 15 minutes from downtown Smithville. Come see what Hidden Harbor Marina has to offer and check out their website www.hiddenharbortn.com or give them a call at 615-597-8800.
Hurricane Marina is the granddaddy of the marinas on Center Hill Lake, the newest, the largest, and where the folks that want the “wow” factor come to visit from Nashville and the surrounding counties. Hurricane Marina has spent the last few years turning Center Hill’s oldest marina which sits in the lake’s only natural harbor into the newest, largest, state-of-the-art facility. Blue Water Grille has outstanding food and offers dining from the end of March through the end of the year with their awesome New Year Eve’s celebration. One of the favorite specials is held the last Friday of each month – the shrimp boil where Manager Bill and Chef Stephanie boil shrimp and supply you with all the fixins! Events are big at Hurricane Marina, including their huge 4th of July Celebration with fireworks, live music, houseboat and boat decorations, and loads of fun. Memorial Day and Labor Day offer live music and plenty of activities to keep the boaters entertained and one of the stars is the official Hurricane Marina Corn Hole Tournament. This is a huge hit. The 4th annual Corn Hole Tournament will take place mid August. Check out their website for up-to-date event information and details. Hurricane Marina can be reached at 931-858-2221 or visit their website at www.hurricanemarina.net.
Pates Ford Resort and Marina is located on the south end of Center Hill Lake. They are pleased to announce that they are in the process of doing some major renovations to modernize their facilities. New owners/partners Steve and Leah Smith of Nashville joined with James and Teresa Bradshaw, who have owned the marina since 1999, to bring about these wonderful improvements. These complete renovations are going on all over the marina. Slip owners, visitors, and vacationers will be pleasantly surprised at the transformation of this beau ideal marina. Pates Ford Resort and Marina is surrounded by coves and free flowing waterfalls in this very pristine area of Center Hill Lake. Steve and Leah have been houseboating at Center Hill Lake for many summers to achieve some rest and relaxation from their businesses in Nashville (they own the legendary Tootsie’s and other establishments). They fell in love with the marina and decided to go into partnership with James and Teresa. Their vision and plans are amazing and the brand new Ship’s Store displays some of this. The Ship’s Store will offer marine supplies, boating and houseboating accessories, fishing supplies and tackle, live bait, soft drinks, beer, ice cream, camping supplies, t-shirts, hoodies, caps, souvenir items, hats, summer items, and so much more. Pates Ford Resort and Marina’s restaurant bar (the Captain’s Galley Restaurant) will also offer a new dining area (inside and outside) with finger foods, hamburgers, and sandwiches featuring delicious chicken, fish, and succulent barbecue (their specialty is barbecue ribs). They are now offering mixed drinks, beer, and wine at the restaurant and will offer weekend entertainment during the season. The marina currently has 90 covered houseboat slips, 140 ski boat slips, and is in the process of building 50 new wakeboard and cruiser covered slips which are taller to accommodate the heights of these popular boats. They have also invested in a new fleet of ten pontoon boats that have 90 HP engines plus sundecks and water slides. What fun for a family outing or a tagalong boat if you are houseboating with several families for the week! Pates Ford Resort and Marina pride themselves in customer service and offers complimentary pontoon shuttle service to and from your houseboat and also have 89 Octane gasoline with no harmful ethanol for your boat motors! Their lakeside cabins also offer accommodations for families with units ranging in size from one to four bedrooms with all the amenities and convenience of home. Come to Pates Ford Resort and Marina to experience the marina, meet the new owners, and enjoy a meal at the fun, new family friendly restaurant. Pates Ford Resort and Marina can be visited online at www.patesfordmarina.com and by phone 615-597-4807.
Sligo Marina is owned and managed by Tony Luna and family. It is truly a family owned and operated marina and has been since 1981. Currently, Sligo Marina is going through major renovations to offer even more family fun and enjoyment on beautiful Center Hill Lake. Tony speaks lovingly about his vision and the changes going on at the marina. The Wheelhouse Restaurant is also undergoing major renovations and will be offering a new menu with what Tony promises will be the best variety and most tasty appetizers on Center Hill Lake. His favorite is their new chicken wings. If you haven’t tried the Sligo Burger, you haven’t tried the best burger on Center Hill Lake. This popular hamburger steak offers all the fixings and it is huge. Top this off with some of their new Mexican cheese sticks or onion rings! The new 1,000 square foot covered pavilion area outside the Wheelhouse will offer additional seating, plus an area for entertainment. Tony is no stranger to star quality entertainment. His high school aged daughter, Mercedes, recently sang for the annual Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber meeting and American Idol. Watch out! She is fabulous and can perform a variety of music genres from big band to country music. Mercedes is often found at the marina helping out and singing - her favorite pastime. Tony envisions lots of fun with hot summer nights and folks picking and playing under the wonderful new covered outside seating area. What a great place for a wedding, family reunion, special get together or meeting. The covered slips are being expanded and upgraded, plus pontoon and cabin rentals are available. WI-FI is available and don’t forget to check out their Ship’s Store which offers plenty of summer merchandise, souvenirs, grocery items, fishing tackle, and bait. Come on down to Sligo Marina and experience the Luna family’s hospitality and desire to serve you. Sligo Marina can be visited online at www.sligoboatdock.com or give them a call at 615-597-5245.
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