J. Percy Priest Lake
USACE Nashville District • Built 1967 • 14,200 surface acres • 213 miles shoreline
J. Percy Priest Lake
Notice / Caution Recommended
Level is 1.0 ft below normal pool, water temp is a comfortable 81°f, light winds around 0 mph, active watch algae advisory.
What to Know About J. Percy Priest Lake
Located just 15 minutes east of downtown Nashville, Percy Priest is the urban boating and recreation heartbeat of Middle Tennessee. On summer weekends, Luau Island and Party Cove fill with cruisers and pontoons. Elm Hill Marina and Nashville Shores Waterpark provide world-class amenities right on the water.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 J. Percy Priest Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
Usable (Level OK)Waterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
🚤 J. Percy Priest Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Usable (Level OK)Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
🚤 J. Percy Priest Lake State Park Public Ramp
Usable (Level OK)Paved concrete tournament ramp with dual courtesy docks, lighted parking lot, and ADA restrooms.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ J. Percy Priest Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
$18-$28 / nightWaterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ J. Percy Priest Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 81°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: TWRA freshwater fishing license required.
Regulations Summary: Rockfish (striped bass) and hybrids: 15-inch minimum, combined limit 2.
Stocking & Reproduction: Regularly stocked with hybrid striped bass by TWRA.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
TWRA boating safety certification required for residents born after Jan 1, 1989. Strict 100-foot no-wake zone from commercial docks and swim beaches.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: 0.028) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (81°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Airhead Super Mable 3-Rider Towable Tube with Dual Tow Points
Warm 81°F surface water offers perfect conditions for wake tubing, chariot riding, and family towing action.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (0 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on J. Percy Priest Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ J. Percy Priest Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on J. Percy Priest Lake?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to J. Percy Priest Lake.
Living on J. Percy Priest Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on J. Percy Priest Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Operates with a winter pool of 483 ft and summer recreation pool of 490 ft. Protected downtown Nashville from catastrophic 2010 flood crests.
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