About J. Percy Priest Lake

Lake of Nashville, Tennessee

Percy Priest Lake is a recreational splendor just 10 miles east of downtown Nashville. The short drive to the city makes it easy to work in the city and live on the lake.

Out-of-state travelers have easy access to the lake through the Nashville International Airport just 6 miles away and the TriStar Summit Medical Center is only two miles away. The I-20, I-40, and I-65 are major roadways nearby.

A Beautiful Sight

J. Percy Priest Lake spans 14,200 acres across Rutherford, Wilson, and Davidson Counties. It features 213 miles of shoreline and 38 islands. The Stones River is its inflow and outflow source.

The lake is home to 30 recreation areas, five marinas, hundreds of campsites, and over 1,500 boat slips.

Boating, Fishing, and More

Percy Priest Lake welcomes watercraft of all kinds: pontoons, powerboats, sailboats, jet skis, bass boats, and many more. The lake is enjoyed by Vanderbilt Sailing Club, Vanderbilt Rowing Club, Nashville Rowing Club, Percy Priest Yacht Club, and Tennessee Boat Club.

Known for its bass fishing, the lake is home to largemouth, smallmouth, striped, white, and Cherokee bass. It also holds catfish, sunfish, bluegill, and trout. Anglers have lots of opportunities for tournament fishing.

The Cook Day-Use Area features a sandy beach and roped-in swimming area. Long Hunter State Park is a great source of hiking trails but they are found almost anywhere around the lakeshore. Hamilton Creek Recreation Area is popular for its biking trails.

Explore Music City

With Nashville just minutes away, there is never a shortage of things to do. Some of the top sights include the Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame, the Parthenon, and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage.

From 21st Avenue South to 1st Avenue, the area called Broadway features restaurants, bars, honky-tonks, and retail stores, music studios, and more.

Unbeatable Lake Property

Being a short distance from the lake or the city, properties at J. Percy Priest Lake is perfect for a full-time home, seasonal escape, or rental.

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