Percy Priest Lake

Percy Priest Lake
Information

50% of our trips are done right here on our beautiful Percy Priest Lake. This page will supply extra information you may need for your next trip

Lake Information

The lake provides a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, visitors have numerous activities from which to choose, including: fishing, hunting, camping, picnicking, boating, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, and others. Because of the lake's proximity to Nashville (15 minutes from downtown) lakeside recreation can fit nicely into your other vacation plans.

Fishing opportunities abound at J. Percy Priest Lake, with a wide variety of species available from the Stones River tailwaters to the East and West Forks of the Stones River. J. Percy Priest Lake provides over 14,000 acres of water for a wide variety of fishing opportunities around the project. The most popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, striped bass, Cherokee bass, and white bass. Other species such as catfish, bluegill, bream, and trout provide excellent opportunities for young anglers.

Need a In-State or Out-State Lisence, this link will get you everything you need for your next fishing adventure.

J. Percy Priest Lake offers four commercial marinas and one municipal marina that provide a wide variety of services for visitors to the lake. Services such as fuel, private boat moorage, electrical and water hookups, boat rentals, fishing and marine supplies, restaurants and snack bars, and restrooms are offered by each commercial facility. To encourage boaters to follow “No Discharge” policy regarding proper disposal of treated or untreated sewage, each marina provides vessel pumpout services for a small fee.

Points of Interest

	Nashville Shores Water Park: Pools, water slides, water activities, beach, putt-putt, etc.
	Long Hunter State Park: Beautiful Couchville Lake, countless miles of trails, interpretive and environmental activities, etc.
	Hamilton Creek Park: Operated by Metropolitan Nashville Board of Parks and Recreation, this city park sports a sailboat marina, mountain bicycle trail, a BMX race track, and a boat launching ramp.
	Joe C. Davis Outdoor Center: Operated by the Middle Tennessee YMCA, this camp has year-round activities and sponsors a summer day camp for local children.

	The Hermitage: The historic home of President Andrew Jackson.
	Two Rivers Mansion: The 28-room mansion of the McGavock family stands within the 12 acre Two Rivers Park. The estate takes its name from the fact that it lies on a triangular wedge of land at the junction of the Stones River and the Cumberland River. Operated by the Metropolitan Nashville Board of Parks and Recreation, call: (615) 862-8400
	Opry Mills: Although the theme park is gone, a grand shopping center has taken its place, with a Bass Pro Shop as an anchor store.
	Opryland Hotel: A great place for lodging or just visiting. Also take this link to explore the , Ryman Auditorium, and the Grand Ole Opry.
	Sam Davis Home: This state historic site in Smyrna is dedicated to a Confederate hero. Davis was executed for refusing to reveal information to Union forces in exchange for his life. The Sam Davis Home, circa 1820, features original furniture and homespun decor enjoyed by the Davis family in the 19th century. The 168-acre farm is what remains of the original 1000-acre plantation, and is still used to grow a bountiful cotton crop. The homes is open year round for a nominal entrance fee. Call for details: (615) 459-2341, 1-888-750-9524.
	Stones River National Battlefield: Site of an intense and bloody Civil War battle in Murfreesboro.
	Cedars of Lebanon State Park: Named for the Biblically important forest of Lebanon, this state park has horse trails and horse rentals, a swimming pool, and a Frisbee golf course. There is a modern campground, plenty of picnic sites, and miles of trails.
	Nashville Superspeedway: Built in 2000, the 3,100-acre Nascar racing complex seats 50,000 spectators. Take I-40 to exit 235 (SR 840 W), go 10 miles to exit 65 and turn left.”