Ragland Bottom

1410 RAGLAND BOTTOM RD
SPARTA, TN 38583

Overview

Ragland Bottom Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Center Hill Lake on central Tennessee's Highland Rim.

The lake stretches 64 miles up the Caney Fork 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

Boating, waterskiing, canoeing and fishing are popular activities on the water.

Anglers will find bream, walleye, smallmouth bass, crappie, catfish and white bass. Below the dam, the Caney Fork River is one of the most productive trout fisheries in the state.

Nine miles of hiking trails meander around the lake. The Red Post Trail is a short, but steep, two-mile trail that loops above the campground. Hikers who brave the moderately difficult climb are rewarded with beautiful overlooks of the lake and nearby Sligo Bridge and Marina.

Facilities

This waterfront campground offers 40 sites with water and electric hookups, as well as 16 primitive tent sites. A large group day-use picnic area is available as well, with water and 15-amp electric hookups. Amenities like flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for guests. A boat ramp, volleyball court, basketball goal, playground and hiking trail are all conveniently located within the campground. The adjacent day-use area has a group picnic shelter, boat ramp, and swimming beach.

Natural Features

Center Hill Lake is surrounded by lush mixed hardwood forests in the hilly Highland Rim region. Beautiful dogwoods bloom in the campground in springtime. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, squirrels and rabbits roam the wooded hills around the lake.

Nearby Attractions

Burgess Falls State Park is a 25-minute drive from the campground. Here, the Falling Water River drops approximately 250 feet, creating numerous breathtaking waterfalls. Hiking trails and overlooks help visitors enjoy the scenery. The large Native Butterfly Garden is a popular attraction within the park.

Camp site features

Across 54 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 38 of 54 sites
Water hookups: 38 of 54 sites
Sewer hookups: 8 of 54 sites
Fire pit: 53 of 54 sites
Picnic table: 32 of 54 sites
Pets allowed: all 54 sites
Longest RV: 125 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: Boat, CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, FIFTH WHEEL, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

Directions

From Smithville, Tennessee, take US-70 east for 8 miles. Turn left on Ragland Bottom Road and follow signs to the campground, located one mile from Sligo Bridge.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

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Sidney A

Loop:Hill

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Was delightful

Tammy T

Loop:Lake

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Reviewed 9 days ago

This is my favorite campground. I am disappointed that I was only able to stay one time this year due to its popularity. However, next year I will be ready to reserve my spots in advance to have the opportunity to go several times.

Vicki H

Loop:Lake

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Reviewed 10 days ago

We stayed the final night which was also Halloween -there was a contest for decorating-fun camp hosts, beautiful site, excellent bathhouse/shower.

Shelly S

Loop:Lake

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Reviewed 14 days ago

Loved our lakefront site - level and park was well maintained

Mark O

Loop:Lake

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Reviewed 14 days ago

Great campground great staff will be back soon.

Mary R

Loop:Middle

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Reviewed 15 days ago

Beautiful campground! You do get a workout walking around it though. The hill climbs will exercise your legs well. Nice views of the lake from the lakeside sites, nice & shady and quiet!

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